ESS Graduate Assistant Spring 2026

Title: ESS Graduate Assistant Spring 2026

Position Type: Graduate Assistant

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 24R000 - College of Health Sciences

Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Non-Driver

FLSA: Exempt

Hours Per Week: 20

Additional Schedule Details: Spring 2026

Contact Person: Heather Adams-Blair

 

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The Exercise and Sport Science department is seeking a graduate assistant to teach activity classes in Physical Fitness, Exercise & Sport Science, serve as faculty aid for research and service learning projects in Exercise & Sport Science and Athletic Training, and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Must be enrolled in EKU's Graduate School

Preferred Qualifications:

A Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Physical Education, Athletic Training, Sport Management or equivalent. Teaching, sport or fitness program experience desired.

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Open Until Filled: No

 

EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

 

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.