Graduate Employee -Department of Kinesiology-Graduate Assistantship- Fall 2026/Spring 2027 (up ...

Requisition: 202600071ST

Preferred Student Classification Students earning one of our two graduate degrees in the Department of Kinesiology are eligible to apply for a GA position in the department. MS in Kinesiology with emphasis in Sport and Human Performance: The Master of Science in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Sport and Human Performance is designed to advance students’ understanding of relationships among movement, exercise and skills that occur in the contexts of development, learning, rehabilitation, and training. Graduate Students who are interested in gaining valuable mentorship, research skills, and/or completing a thesis, benefit from time in the lab and on campus. MS in Sport Management: The mission of the graduate Sport Management emphasis in Kinesiology at Sam Houston State University is to effectively prepare students for a variety of executive positions within athletic and sports organizations at the community, educational, and/or professional levels. Students will be provided quality instruction, the latest technology, opportunities for research and professional development, and excellent internship experiences. In return, students are required to become acquainted with relevant issues in the field, understand the research process, and represent the program’s goals and objectives in the field. The visibility and prestige of the program will be enhanced through student activities, faculty and student research projects, and involvement with state and national organizations. Individuals completing the program will be ready to assume leadership positions in the sport management and/or academic domains. Nature & Purpose of Position Must be able to work in Huntsville, TX on SHSU’s main campus. Labs are located in the Lee Drain Building on the Sam Houston State University main campus. Schedule is up to 20 hours per week, often during regular work hours of Monday-Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM; may include early morning or late evening hours during data collection on research studies. Students must be accepted to a Department of Kinesiology graduate degree seeking program (MS in Kinesiology: Sport and Human Performance or Sport Management) and currently enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours while working as a GA. Opportunities include (1) faculty research assistant, (2) teaching assistant (typically activity classes in weight training and/or sport skills such as basketball, soccer, softball, volleyball, or racquet sports), or (3) combo position research and teaching (typically teaching the Exercise Physiology lab class). Specify the assistantship opportunity applying for, and provide relevant experience or research interests in the letter of intent. General Skills and Qualifications Self‑motivation and a high level of responsibility to complete tasks in a timely manner and make significant progress without direct supervision. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Individual and sport skill background for those teaching activity classes. Developed research skills. Ability to learn new software and research techniques required. Flexibility in adjusting to new work‑related requirements as they arise. Maintain good academic standing as defined by the SHSU Graduate and Professional Catalog. Strong computer skills especially with Microsoft Office, internet, and electronic media. Faculty Research Graduate Assistantship Responsibilities Coordination of laboratory daily schedule. Organization and maintenance of laboratory materials. Assisting in the collection and analysis of data. Recruitment of subjects for current research projects. Perform literature searches and reviews. Handle confidential and sensitive data with integrity. Use laboratory equipment for data collection, including, but not limited to: Biodex COSMED Metabolic Cart T190 Treadmill DXA SECA Wet Lab Materials Monark Cycle Ergometer Motion Capture EMG Virtual Reality Teaching Graduate Assistant Responsibilities Activity courses such as Basketball/Soccer, Softball/Volleyball, Weight Training, Bowling, Racquet Sports, Dance, etc. Instruction of KINE 3173: Exercise Physiology Lab for undergraduate students. Students selected for the activity courses will teach 2-4 classes, each of a 1-hour activity listed above. Classes meet 2 days a week, typically on a Monday and Wednesday schedule or a Tuesday and Thursday schedule to consolidate campus attendance. Combination of Teaching/Research Graduate Assistant Responsibilities Instruction of KINE 3173: Exercise Physiology Lab for undergraduate students. Coordination of laboratory daily schedule. Organization and maintenance of laboratory materials. Assisting in the collection and analysis of data. Recruitment of subjects for current research projects. Perform literature searches and reviews. Other Requirements for the Position Consider applying for one of our GA positions. Applications are accepted until all positions are filled. Prior to applying for an assistantship, you must be accepted into a graduate program in the Department of Kinesiology (Kinesiology-SHP or Sport Management).