Assistant Professor or Associate Professor (Research and Education) in Exercise Physiology - School

University of Birmingham; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

An established academic institution seeks a passionate Associate Professor in Exercise Physiology to join their vibrant community. This role offers the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research, deliver impactful lectures, and foster student development. With a commitment to inclusivity and excellence, the department encourages innovative teaching practices and interdisciplinary collaboration. The successful candidate will contribute to a prestigious research portfolio and help shape the future of exercise physiology, making a significant impact on health and wellbeing in the community. Join a leading institution dedicated to promoting lifelong engagement in physical activity.

Qualifications

• PhD in relevant field and postdoctoral experience required.
• Track record in higher education teaching and research outputs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lectures and seminars, supervise students, and develop courses.
• Conduct innovative research, publish papers, and obtain funding.

Skills

Exercise Physiology Research

Higher Education Teaching

Research Funding Acquisition

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Education

PhD in a Relevant Field

Job description

Job Description

Position Details

School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences

Location: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham UK

Full time starting salary is normally in the range £46,735 to £55,755 with potential progression once in post to £62,728

Full time starting salary is normally in the range £57,422 to £66,537 with potential progression once in post to £86,760

Grade: 8 or 9

Full Time, Permanent

Closing date: 5th June

Background

The School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of Birmingham, UK, is a world-leading department that combines innovative and translational research with evidence-based professional practice to promote lifelong engagement in physical activity, optimising health, wellbeing and performance for everyone. Consistently in the top 10 of the QS World University Rankings by Subject and in the top 5 in the latest UK's Research Excellence Framework, our research addresses societal challenges from multidisciplinary perspectives and enriches our degree programmes.

We are seeking to appoint a full-time Associate Professor in Exercise Physiology who will contribute at a senior level to research, education, and administration. The role holder will demonstrate excellent academic citizenship through respectful and supportive relationships with staff and students.

We welcome applications from individuals involved in exercise physiology research in sport, health, and/or rehabilitation. We value applicants who can articulate how their research informs their teaching and who have a strong record of research outputs and impacts.

You will join a vibrant multi-disciplinary academic community with excellent research and teaching facilities. We collaborate with sporting organizations and clinical centers of excellence, with a focus on extending our research impact to the communities we serve. An example is our recently launched Centre for Movement and Wellbeing.

Role Summary

The role is based in Edgbaston. Key duties include delivering lectures and seminars, supervising students, course development, participating in examinations, conducting innovative research, publishing papers, and obtaining research funding.

The successful candidate will have a PhD in a relevant field, postdoctoral experience, and a track record in higher education teaching. We seek individuals who will contribute to our research portfolio and foster interdisciplinary collaboration. Please specify whether you are applying for an Assistant Professor or Associate Professor position.

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• Grade 8
• Grade 9

For informal enquiries, contact Charlotte Griffin at [e-mail]

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. We hold Athena SWAN, Race Equality Charter, and Disability Confident accreditations and focus on sustainability and fairness.