Job Title: Athletic Trainer
Institution: University of California, Riverside
Website: https://jobsportal.ucr.edu/jobs/37910959
Governing Body: NCAA
Start Date: September 2026
Apply By Date: August 25, 2026
City: Riverside
State: California
Salary: $71,931.60 - $127,994.40 annually
Job Description: The Athletic Trainer position oversees the healthcare management of assigned sports and serves as the primary point of contact between sports medicine, coaching staff, and student-athletes. The Athletic Trainer collaborates closely with team physicians, strength and conditioning staff, dietitians, and mental health professionals to develop individualized performance and injury prevention programs that optimize student-athlete health and performance. This position is responsible for the prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries and illnesses while ensuring compliance with NCAA, conference, and institutional health and safety standards. The Athletic Trainer also plays a critical role in enhancing the student-athlete experience by fostering a culture of health, safety, and performance excellence while contributing to the advancement of sports medicine services at the institution.
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in related area; 4 - 7 years of related experience; Professional certification; First Aid, CPR and AED certification.
Instructions to Apply: https://jobsportal.ucr.edu/jobs/37910959
Description of Institution: The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.
Vacancy Expiration Date or Position Filled By Date: 09/01/2026