How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Applicants should submit applications by February 15th, 2025, for maximal consideration. The fellowship committee will not be reaching out to any candidates until after the aforementioned deadline.

Applicants must create a one-minute elevator pitch video to introduce themselves and explain why they believe they are a strong candidate for this position. The elevator pitch video must be submitted to the DropBox link HERE.
Please make sure you include three (3) references, one must include a clinical preceptor or supervisor
The interview process will involve a two-step interview process.
- A 60-minute formal zoom interview
- An on-campus group formal interview with the entire staff
Qualified applicants will be subject to a background check and may be required to travel to Ann Arbor, MI for an on-campus interview.

Job Summary

The University of Michigan is now accepting applications for its 12-month Post-Graduate Athletic Training Fellowship program, beginning in June 2025. This non-accredited fellowship is designed to prepare athletic trainers for advanced clinical practice in sports medicine. Using an interdisciplinary model, the program incorporates evidence-based practices and focuses on enhancing healthcare quality for student-athletes, optimizing outcomes, and a robust human resource development component.

The University of Michigan Athletic Training Fellowship offers a comprehensive opportunity for licensed athletic trainers to further develop their clinical expertise, preparing them for clinical and leadership roles in the field of sports medicine. This opportunity will provide autonomous athletic team care, coverage and travel. Athletic Training Fellows will gain further education with a variety of multidisciplinary settings, including clinical education, interprofessional education (IPE), research, grand rounds, labs and dedicated sports assignments. The program is built on a foundation of mentorship, clinical skills development, and growth in administrative and interpersonal areas, facilitated through a micro-mentorship program.

Responsibilities*

Clinical Education Outcomes Topics:

Transition to Practice Orientation
Comprehensive Hands-on Training in Spinal and Pelvic Muscle Energy Technique
Comprehensive Hands-on Training in Manual Therapy Techniques including but not limited to PNF, Graston Technique, Myofascial Decompression, Taping, Sports Massage, Active Isolated Stretching, and Advanced Joint Mobilizations
Emergency Preparedness and Response
Collaborative Interdisciplinary Care Within a Sports Performance Model
Grand Rounds: Clinicians Corner
Advanced Rehabilitative Strategies: Blood flow Restriction Therapy, Advanced Hip Rehabilitation Strategies, Creating Comprehensive Rehabilitation Programs.
Mental Health, First Aid and Crisis Management
Concussion Evaluation, Testing, and Management Strategies for Recovery
Pain Education
Patient Reported Outcome Measures
Advanced Therapeutic Modalities
Drug Testing
Human Resources (HR) Development
- Professional Profile HR Project, MicroMentorship, Development and Use of Effective Communication, Education, Tips and Tricks the Human Resources Perspectives you need to know.

Possible Team Assignments:

Track and Field (2)
Tennis (1)
Water Polo (TBD)
University Health Services / Club Sports (2)

Compensation:

$43,888.00 (12 month fellowship term June 2025 - June 2026)
Licensure Fees
BOC Fees
Medical benefits
Additional opportunities to work camps, clinics, and other per diem opportunities

Required Qualifications*

Masters' Degree in Athletic Training or a related field
Current or be eligible for certification by the Board of Certification (BOC)
Current or be eligible for licensure as an athletic trainer within the State of Michigan
Current CPR and AED certification
Appropriate training and adherence to common regulatory requirements of healthcare providers (e.g. OSHA, HIPAA, etc.)
Appropriate training and knowledge of medical documentation and electronic medical records
Ability to stand for long periods of time, and lift heavy objects such as coolers and medical kits

Work Locations

The University of Michigan is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan and is a NCAA Division I institution and a member of the Big Ten Conference.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

The University of Michigan Athletic Department is dedicated to building a department culture which demonstrates respect for all, shows compassion for others, and celebrates the differences among our staff, student-athletes, and supporters. We are committed to the hiring and development of diverse staff who contribute to an inclusive environment.

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

Generous time off
A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
Life insurance
Long-term disability coverage
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Standards of Practice:

While we expect entry-level candidates to possess foundational knowledge and demonstrate initial competency in the CAATE standards, the mission of the fellowship is to address any gaps in knowledge, skill, and application of these standards. The program focuses on refining performance metrics essential for athletic trainers working in a collegiate sports medicine environment, ensuring fellows are equipped to provide advanced care and leadership in this setting.

Mentorship and Career Development:

Fellows will be paired with multiple mentors for individualized guidance throughout the program. The mentorship program is designed to help fellows refine their career plans, enhance their clinical skills, and expand their professional network. Mentors will support fellows in meeting their professional goals and provide ongoing feedback to ensure growth and success.

Feedback and Assessment:

The program will include regular assessments through a feedback loop, allowing fellows to provide input on their experiences and stakeholders to provide insights to the fellows to boost goal attainment. Fellows will also participate in quarterly visits with the program director and undergo performance evaluations and reflections as part of the programs culture of supporting growth personally and professionally.

The University of Michigan:

The University of Michigan is located in the Huron River watershed, on land that is stewarded by Niswi Ishkodewan Anishinaabeg: The Three Fires People who are the Ojibwe, Odawa, and Bodewadmi. As we work, live and learn on these territories we must keep in mind the ongoing effects of colonization, the communities struggle for self-determination, colonial state violence and the recognition of Indigenous sovereignty. Through scholarship and pedagogy, we work to create a future in which the past is thoroughly understood, and the present aims to enhance social justice while enacting an ethic of care and compassion.
The University of Michigan is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan and is a NCAA Division I Institution and a member of the Big Ten Conference.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended. We encourage applicants to apply by February 15th.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.