Lecturer, Sport And Exercise Science (Tf)

School of Education, La Trobe University; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 119,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% employer contributed superannuat​n

Private Health Insurance discount

Job summary

La Trobe University in Melbourne invites applications for a teaching‑focused academic in Sport and Exercise Science. You will contribute to teaching across the School’s Sport and Exercise Science programs and engage in curriculum delivery, assessment, and student mentoring.

The successful candidate will hold a PhD (or be close to completion) in the discipline, demonstrate excellence in teaching, and collaborate with colleagues across departments.

Qualifications

• PhD or near completion in Sport & Exercise Science or related field.
• Ability to teach and lead curriculum design in sport science, activity and health.
• Proven teaching delivery and curriculum development experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with diverse audiences.
• Team player with cooperative, collegial approach.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to teaching across Sport & Exercise Science programs.
• Deliver across disciplines including Physical Activity and Health, Growth and Development, Strength and Conditioning, and Sports Analytics.
• Demonstrate knowledge and experience in general sports science teaching.

Skills

PhD or near completion

Curriculum design

Teaching excellence

Verbal and written communication

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in Sport & Exercise Science

Job description

• Full Time


• Fixed Term until 19/11/27


• Position based at Bundoora Campus


• Salary range $118,530 - $139,974 plus 17% superannuation

About the position

The School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport offers a range of general and specialist undergraduate and postgraduate courses that are rigorous and attuned to meeting the needs of students in ensuring their readiness to work in changing environments. The School comprises three Departments and 10 disciplines and has an outstanding reputation for research excellence, research translation and for building strong relationships with industry partners.

This position is for a teaching focused academic to contribute to teaching across the School’s Sport and Exercise Science programs The successful applicant will have broad expertise in Sport and Exercise Science and the capacity to deliver across a range of discipline areas and degree programs, including but not limited to Physical Activity and Health, Growth and Development, Strength and Conditioning, and Sports Analytics. Applicants are expected to demonstrate knowledge and experience in general sports science teaching and delivery.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have:

• PhD or PhD close to completion, appropriate for the discipline of Sport and Exercise Science and the advertised role.


• Ability to teach and lead curriculum design in areas related to general sport science, physical activity and health.


• Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching delivery and engagement in curriculum development, with a commitment to excellence in teaching.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with people from a diverse range of backgrounds.


• Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team in a co-operative and collegial manner.

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

PD - Lecturer - Sport & Exercise Science.pdf

Benefits

• 17% employer contributed superannuation


• Private Health Insurance discount


• Plus, many more

Closing date: By 11:55pm, Sunday 15th November 2026

Position Enquiries: Clare MacMahon , Associate Professor, Sport & Exercise Science

Email: [e-mail]

Recruitment Enquiries: [e-mail]

Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.

Our commitment to safety

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.

National Code on Gender Based Violence in Higher Education

La Trobe University is committed to upholding the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence (GBV Code). This aligns with our mission to create safe and respectful communities. Candidates will be asked during the recruitment process to declare whether they have ever been investigated for, or found to have engaged in, gender-based violence in previous employment and/or in legal proceedings and provide relevant information to assist in determining suitability. Gender-based violence means any form of physical or non-physical violence, harassment, abuse or threats based on gender, that results in, or is likely to result in harm, coercion, control, fear or deprivation liberty or autonomy.