Associate Professor, Exercise Physiology & Research Leadership

University of Leeds; Leeds; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days holiday

Generous pension scheme

Health and Wellbeing benefits

Personal Development: courses

On-site childcare

Shopping discounts

Travel schemes

Job summary

University of Leeds seeks an experienced Associate Professor to lead research and teaching in exercise physiology within the Cardiovascular and Exercise Sciences pillar. You will drive an independent research programme, mentor postgraduate researchers, and build interdisciplinary collaborations to deliver world-class student experiences and health impact.

The role sits in the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and strong partnerships with NHS trusts.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to carry out teaching and research in exercise physiology.
• Excellent research track record with funding success.
• Experience leading independent research programmes and academic leadership.

Responsibilities

• Carry out high-impact research in exercise physiology and related topics.
• Deliver teaching and supervision to postgraduate researchers.
• Lead an independent research programme and secure external funding.
• Develop interdisciplinary collaborations within and beyond the University.

Job description

University of Leeds seeks an experienced Associate Professor to lead research and teaching in exercise physiology within the Cardiovascular and Exercise Sciences pillar. You will drive an independent research programme, mentor postgraduate researchers, and build interdisciplinary collaborations to deliver world-class student experiences and health impact.

The role sits in the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and strong partnerships with NHS trusts.