University of Oregon

Department of Human Physiology Graduate Studies in Athletic Training and Sports Medicine

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Athletic Training GTF Opportunities:

We have funding available for graduate study should you receive an appointment as a Graduate Teaching Fellow (GTF). A full tuition waiver, health benefits, and a stipend ($1,000/month) are provided for qualified students who are selected. The maximum appointment a graduate student can hold equals 0.49 FTE, which is equivalent to approximately 20 hours/week. Students are responsible for student fees each term which equal approximately $275/term or $800/year.

High Schools

Thurston and Springfield High Schools currently each offer a 0.49 FTE GTF position in a diverse setting with excellent athletic programs. These positions allow for independent clinical opportunities, including practice and event supervision, emergency care, injury evaluation, management, treatment of athletic related injuries and/or conditions, and mentorship of undergraduate students.

Recreational Sports

One 0.30 FTE GTF position is available with the Rec Sports department. This unique GTF opportunity is ideal for those interested in becoming clinical instructors or educators. The position includes teaching a small seminar class for undergraduates who will act as First Responders during Rec Sports events. Other responsibilities include on-site event coverage and undergraduate mentorship.

Club Sports: Two 0.2 FTE positions are available with the University’s Club Sports program. These two graduate students will work together to provide athletic training services at the home matches for Rugby, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer and Ultimate Frisbee. These positions also include clinical hours treating Club Sports athletes in the Esslinger clinic. These two Club Sports GTF positions are typically coupled with either the Recreational Sports GTF position or a teaching position in the HPHY department.

Intercollegiate Athletics

There are nine 0.49 FTE GTF positions available in intercollegiate athletics. These positions include opportunities to participate in the provision of comprehensive athletic medicine care for intercollegiate student-athletes. These responsibilities include experiences in a structured environment at the various facilities located on campus and at the Casanova Athletic Center. There are varied responsibilities and these may include travel, practice and event supervision, as well as evaluation and treatment of athletic related injuries and/or conditions. Currently, GTFs are involved with the following athletic teams: Football, Track and Field, Volleyball, Tennis, Wrestling, Softball, Soccer, and Lacrosse.