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Graduate Employee-Department of Kinesiology-Graduate Assistantship- Spring 2026
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Graduate Employee - Department of Kinesiology - Graduate Assistantship - Spring 2026
Requisition:
202500396ST Employee Class:
Student Employee College Work Study Position:
No Department:
Dept of Kinesiology Division:
Division of Academic Affairs Hours Per Week:
20 Preferred Student Classification:
We have 3 graduate level degree options in the Department of Kinesiology. Students earning one of these 3 degrees are eligible to apply for a GA position in the department: MS in Athletic Training, MS in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Sport and Human Performance, MS in Sport Management. Nature & Purpose Of Position
Graduate Research Assistantship Details
Work location: Huntsville, TX on SHSU’s main campus, labs in the Lee Drain Building. Schedule: up to 20 hours per week, typically Monday‑Friday 8:00 AM‑5:00 PM; early morning or late evening hours possible. Eligibility: must be accepted to the program and currently enrolled in a graduate degree seeking program (MS in Athletic Training, Kinesiology: Sport and Human Performance, or Sport Management). Assistantship opportunities: (1) faculty research assistant, (2) teaching assistant (activity classes in weight training or sport skills), or (3) combo research and teaching (exercise physiology lab). Specify preferred type in your letter of intent. Summer employment may be available. Assistantships are renewable per semester based on performance and professionalism; they do not guarantee future assistantships. General Skills and Qualifications
Self‑motivation and high level of responsibility to complete tasks timely without direct supervision. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Background in individual and sport skills for teaching activity classes. Developed research skills. Ability to learn new software and research techniques. Flexibility to adjust to new work requirements. Maintain good academic standing as defined by the SHSU Graduate and Professional Catalog. Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Internet, 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. Laboratory equipment and training: Biodex, COSMED Metabolic Cart, T190 treadmill, DEXA, SECA, wet lab materials, Monark cycle ergometer, motion capture, EMG, virtual reality. Teaching Graduate Assistant Responsibilities
Instruction of activity courses (basketball/soccer, softball volleyball, weight training, bowling, racquet sports, dance, etc.). Instruction of KINE 3173: Exercise Physiology Lab for undergraduate students. 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
Graduate Assistantship Application Priority Deadlines (applications accepted until all positions are filled): Fall Semester
– Application review begins on
May 1 . Spring Semester
– Application review begins on
Oct 1 . Summer Semester
– Application review begins on
Mar 1 . Prior to applying, you must be accepted into a graduate program at SHSU in Athletic Training, Kinesiology‑SHP, or Sport Management. Graduate Admissions https://www.shsu.edu/dept/graduate-admissions/prospective-students.html For questions, contact Dr. Harsh Buddhadev (hhb005@SHSU.EDU, 936‑294‑2645) or Dr. Mike Spillane (mbs056@SHSU.EDU, 936‑294‑1183). For Sport Management, contact Dr. Brent Estes (bce001@shsu.edu, (936)294‑1159). International students, please visit International Students Employment https://www.shsu.edu/dept/global-engagement/international-students-and-scholars/employment.html. Open Date:
10/09/2025 Contact Name & Title:
Destiny Rice Contact Phone:
936‑294‑1398 Contact Email:
dcd024@shsu.edu Contact Building & Room #:
Lee Drain Building, Ste. 107C EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug‑Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at‑will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security‑sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code.
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Requisition:
202500396ST Employee Class:
Student Employee College Work Study Position:
No Department:
Dept of Kinesiology Division:
Division of Academic Affairs Hours Per Week:
20 Preferred Student Classification:
We have 3 graduate level degree options in the Department of Kinesiology. Students earning one of these 3 degrees are eligible to apply for a GA position in the department: MS in Athletic Training, MS in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Sport and Human Performance, MS in Sport Management. Nature & Purpose Of Position
Graduate Research Assistantship Details
Work location: Huntsville, TX on SHSU’s main campus, labs in the Lee Drain Building. Schedule: up to 20 hours per week, typically Monday‑Friday 8:00 AM‑5:00 PM; early morning or late evening hours possible. Eligibility: must be accepted to the program and currently enrolled in a graduate degree seeking program (MS in Athletic Training, Kinesiology: Sport and Human Performance, or Sport Management). Assistantship opportunities: (1) faculty research assistant, (2) teaching assistant (activity classes in weight training or sport skills), or (3) combo research and teaching (exercise physiology lab). Specify preferred type in your letter of intent. Summer employment may be available. Assistantships are renewable per semester based on performance and professionalism; they do not guarantee future assistantships. General Skills and Qualifications
Self‑motivation and high level of responsibility to complete tasks timely without direct supervision. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Background in individual and sport skills for teaching activity classes. Developed research skills. Ability to learn new software and research techniques. Flexibility to adjust to new work requirements. Maintain good academic standing as defined by the SHSU Graduate and Professional Catalog. Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Internet, 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. Laboratory equipment and training: Biodex, COSMED Metabolic Cart, T190 treadmill, DEXA, SECA, wet lab materials, Monark cycle ergometer, motion capture, EMG, virtual reality. Teaching Graduate Assistant Responsibilities
Instruction of activity courses (basketball/soccer, softball volleyball, weight training, bowling, racquet sports, dance, etc.). Instruction of KINE 3173: Exercise Physiology Lab for undergraduate students. 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
Graduate Assistantship Application Priority Deadlines (applications accepted until all positions are filled): Fall Semester
– Application review begins on
May 1 . Spring Semester
– Application review begins on
Oct 1 . Summer Semester
– Application review begins on
Mar 1 . Prior to applying, you must be accepted into a graduate program at SHSU in Athletic Training, Kinesiology‑SHP, or Sport Management. Graduate Admissions https://www.shsu.edu/dept/graduate-admissions/prospective-students.html For questions, contact Dr. Harsh Buddhadev (hhb005@SHSU.EDU, 936‑294‑2645) or Dr. Mike Spillane (mbs056@SHSU.EDU, 936‑294‑1183). For Sport Management, contact Dr. Brent Estes (bce001@shsu.edu, (936)294‑1159). International students, please visit International Students Employment https://www.shsu.edu/dept/global-engagement/international-students-and-scholars/employment.html. Open Date:
10/09/2025 Contact Name & Title:
Destiny Rice Contact Phone:
936‑294‑1398 Contact Email:
dcd024@shsu.edu Contact Building & Room #:
Lee Drain Building, Ste. 107C EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug‑Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at‑will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security‑sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code.
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