Exercise Trainer, Physiology & Pharmacology

University of Calgary; Calgary; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Calgary invites applications for an Exercise Trainer in the Brain in Motion II study. This part-time, fixed-term 12-month role supports the Study Coordinator, runs exercise interventions, and supervises volunteers at the track.

You will monitor heart-rate equipment, deliver prescribed exercise programs, and maintain data entry for study records. Ideal candidates have CPR-A, AED, and CSEP-CPT; a related bachelor’s degree; and the ability to work independently with strong

Qualifications

• CPR-A and AED certification required.
• CSEP-CPT certification required.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication and team skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Oversee aerobic and stretching interventions.
• Set up POLAR heart-rate monitoring equipment.
• Instruct participants on prescribed work rate intensities.
• Provide feedback on effort and adherence.
• Supervise volunteers and students at the track.
• Data entry, management and basic analyses.
• Collaborate with study staff on equipment and protocols.

Skills

CPR-A & AED

CSEP-CPT

Independent work

Communication skills

MS Office

Equipment operation

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

POLAR monitors

Job description

Description

The Department of Physiology & Pharmacology in the Cumming School of Medicine invites applications for an Exercise Trainer. This Fixed Term Recurring Part-timeposition is for approximately 12 months (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.

The Exercise Trainer primary purpose is to assist the Study Coordinator and support the research team through providing assistance and overseeing the exercise intervention. The Brain in Motion II Study is a randomized control trial with both an aerobic exercise intervention and stretch and strengthen intervention that is looking at the effects of exercise training and cognitive outcomes.

Reporting to the Principal Investigator.

Recurring Part-time employees are hourly employees engaged to perform work on an irregular schedule. Position can work between 17.5 hours to 35 hours per week depending on the needs of the project and the candidate.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

• Oversee both exercise interventions (aerobic exercise and stretching and toning)
• Setting up all monitoring equipment (POLAR) at the track before each exercise session
• Encouraging and teaching participants their required exercise programs at their required work rate intensity (as prescribed by research staff)
• Providing positive feedback to participants regarding their effort and commitment to exercise program
• Teaching participants stretching techniques as recommended by the research study
• Addressing any technical difficulties that may arise with the heart rate monitoring equipment
• Communicating effectively and efficiently with the Study Coordinator regarding any participant issues or concerns
• Removing all monitoring equipment (POLAR) from the track after each exercise session
• Work in conjunction with the other exercise trainers and supervise 1-5 volunteers and summer students who attend the track daily
• Assists other staff and students in the operation of equipment and laboratory protocols
• Data Entry, Management and Basic Analyses

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Required to be CPR-A & AED and CSEP-CPT certified
• Keen interest in exercise and the aging population with at least a bachelor degree in a related field
• Must be able to work independently with little to no supervision
• Knowledge of theory and practical application of technical procedures
• Provide semi-skilled to skilled technical procedures to support the research project
• Assist in the operation and maintenance of complex technical equipmentDemonstrated strong communication, team and customer service skills, and an ability to exercise judgment within established guidelines
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), Internet skills
• Knowledge of University core business systems is desirable

Application Deadline:

November 20, 2026

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.

This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Specialist/Advisor Job Family, Phase 1.

For a listing of all management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Management and Staff Careers website.

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