Durham University is seeking to recruit a Graduate Assistant to combine lacrosse coaching, sports development and postgraduate study. This is a unique two year opportunity, to complete a masters degree in two years at a prestigious academic institution while also coaching and playing for one of England’s top lacrosse teams.
Durham University Women’s Lacrosse Profile:
2008/09 National First Team Quarter Finalists
2008/09 National Second Team Champions
2008/09 Northern Conference Champions
The Graduate Assistant role will include:
Lacrosse:
· Assisting the Senior Coach in the coaching of the three women’s University (varsity) Lacrosse teams
· Working with the Senior Coach to deliver a coaching programme to a growing number of intra-mural teams
· Working with the Senior Coach to deliver and develop the Team Durham Junior Lacrosse Academy programme
Sports Development:
· University Club development
· Managing and developing intra-mural programmes
· Sports marketing and alumni development and support
The Graduate Assistant will be expected to work undergraduate term time only – 32 weeks of the year.
The Graduate Assistant will be provided with the following package:
- Not less than £250 per week
- Free accommodation in one of Durham’s 16 Colleges
- All part time postgraduate course fees paid for in any of the following subjects:
1. M.A. Management
2. M.A. Marketing
Start Date: September 7th
If interested, please contact the Senior Lacrosse Coach at emily.blatter@dur.ac.uk no later than May 20th.
