Athletic Training Fellow (For Hire Only)

Duke Athletics; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay (no benefits)

State licensure fees

NATA membership fees

Liability insurance

Access to continuing education courses

Job summary

Duke Athletics is seeking four Certified Athletic Training Fellows for the 2026-2027 academic year. Coverage is primarily with Olympic sports and may include other sport coverage at events, as determined during interviews.

This is a one-year educational and professional development opportunity advancing skills in sports medicine. Fellows provide comprehensive care to Duke student-athletes and participate in a structured curriculum, with start anticipated mid-July 2026.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• NATABOC certification required by start date.
• Must be able to apply for NC state licensure by start date.
• Current CPR/AED/First Aid certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist Athletic Medicine staff and team physicians in medical care for student athletes.
• Supervise athletic training students and staff as needed.
• Participate in weekly seminars, didactic learning, case studies, and journal clubs.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree

NATABOC certification

CPR/AED/First Aid

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

Work Arrangement:

Requisition Number: 264933

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Location:

Durham, NC, US, 27710

Personnel Area: CENTRAL ADMIN MANAGEMENT CTR

Date: Aug 8, 2026

Duke Athletics is firmly committed to our values of respect, trust, inclusion, discovery, and excellence, and to continuing our work to be an equitable and inclusive environment for all. Our collective success within and beyond the competitive arena depends on each community member being and feeling welcomed, respected, and valued. Through continuous education, reflection, humility, and accountability, we strive to develop leaders who embody these ideals.

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Title: Athletic Training Fellow

Position Summary

Duke University Athletic Medicine Department is seeking motivated and passionate applicants for Certified Athletic Training Fellow positions (4) for the 2026-2027 Academic Year. Coverage is primarily with Olympic Sports with opportunities for other sport coverage at special events and according to candidate interest. Primary sport coverage will be determined throughout the interview process.

This is a one-year educational and professional development opportunity designed to advance applicant’s skills in sports medicine. Fellows will gain hands-on experience in providing comprehensive care to Duke Student Athletes while participating in an educational curriculum aimed at fostering clinical and leadership expertise. Please note this position is not a Graduate Assistantship and there is no tuition waiver associated with this Fellowship.

This Fellowship includes hourly pay (no benefits), state licensure fees, NATA membership fees, liability insurance as well as the opportunity to peruse outside continuing education courses. Start anticipated date of this Fellowship is mid-July 2026.

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Minimum Qualifications

Education, Credentials, Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in appropriate area of specialization and/or Master’s degree are required
• National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification (NATABOC) is required by start date
• Candidate must be able to fulfill requirements to apply for State Licensure with the North Carolina Board of Athletic Trainer Examiners by start date
• Current CPR/AED/First Aid Certifications
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, with a commitment to learning and professional growth
  
  

Experience

• Familiarity with NCAA governing rules
  
  

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Job Duties And Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include assisting and collaborating with the Athletic Medicine Staff and Duke Team Physicians to deliver medical care to the Duke University Student Athletes. Athletic Training fellows may also assist in the supervision of Athletic Training Students and/or student workers as well as other administrative tasks as delegated by Athletic Medicine Staff.

Fellowship follows a guided educational curriculum designed to provide advanced clinical training, professional development, and specialized learning experiences Core education components will include weekly seminars within the Duke Health system, didactic learning, case studies, journal clubs, observation of team physicians/allied health care professionals, and surgical observation.

How to Apply

Interested Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three references online at https://hr.duke.edu/careers/apply as well as email application materials to Tara Siesel at [e-mail].

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Work requires a Bachelor's degree.

Experience

No experience required beyond Bachelor's degree.

Degrees, Licensures, Certifications

Anticipated Pay Range:

No experience required beyond Bachelor's degree.

Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $18.00. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your totalcompensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family- friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions:

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

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Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh