Associate Lecturer/Lecturer - Exercise Physiology

UNSW; Singapore; On-site; SGD 107,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% Superannuation

annual leave loading

Job summary

UNSW invites applications for the Associate Lecturer / Lecturer (Education Focused) in Exercise Science and Exercise Physiology with a special emphasis on neurological rehabilitation. The role supports the development and delivery of high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, creating engaging and inclusive learning experiences that promote student achievement and employability.

At Level A, you will deliver teaching with guidance and support learning activities; at

Qualifications

• Accreditation with Exercise and Sports Science Australia is highly desirable.
• Experience in exercise physiology practice, especially neurological rehabilitation.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Knowledge of UNSW policies and safety training.
• PhD in exercise physiology or related field and/or teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
• Develop and deliver high-quality learning activities, resources and assessments.
• Support program accreditation activities and maintain contemporary pedagogy in exercise physiology.
• Participate in the School and Faculty academic community.
• For Level B, act as Course Authority and implement innovative teaching approaches.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Diversity & inclusion

Health & safety

Education

PhD in Exercise Physiology

Tools

Online teaching platforms

Job description

• Employment Type: Full Time; 35 hours per week
• Duration: Fixed Term Until 31 December 2030. This position is due to commence in January 2027.
• Remuneration: Academic Level A/B ($118K - $142K) based on experience + 17% super+ annual leave loading
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold unrestricted work rights to be considered for this position.

This Job is based in Australia

• Employment Type: Full Time; 35 hours per week
• Duration: Fixed Term Until 31 December 2030. This position is due to commence in January 2027.
• Remuneration: Academic Level A/B ($118K - $142K) based on experience + 17% super+ annual leave loading
• Location: Kensington Campus, New South Wales.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold unrestricted work rights to be considered for this position.

Position Summary

The Associate Lecturer / Lecturer (Education Focussed) contributes to educational excellence in Exercise Science and Exercise Physiology, with a particular focus on neurological rehabilitation. The role supports the development and delivery of high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, creating engaging and inclusive learning experiences that promote student achievement, progression and positive employability outcomes.

At Level A (Associate Lecturer), the role delivers teaching, supports student learning and contributes to the development of learning activities, resources, assessments and course administration with guidance from senior academics. At Level B (Lecturer), the role operates with greater independence, designing and developing innovative teaching approaches, managing courses as Course Authority and contributing to academic quality assurance. Across both levels, the position contributes to program accreditation activities, maintains contemporary expertise in pedagogy and exercise physiology, and actively participates in the broader School and Faculty academic community.

Some Key Skills Required

At Level A:

• Accreditation with Exercise and Sports Science Australia as an exercise physiologist (highly desirable)
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in exercise physiology practice, particularly neurological rehabilitation e.g. spinal cord injury
• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal and organisational skills
• Evidence of ability to support and inspire people from diverse backgrounds and support equity diversity and inclusion initiatives
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW's aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training

At Level B (in Addition To The Above):

• A PhD in exercise physiology, or related discipline, and/or relevant work experience
• Demonstrated experience in learning and teaching/delivery of courses at an undergraduate and/or postgraduate level, with evidence of teaching effectivenessExperience developing and/or implementing educational technologies and online delivery methods.

Please refer to the position description for full details.

Benefits and Culture

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:

• Career development opportunities
• 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments
• 10 days paid cultural leave per year
• Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here

Pre-Employment Checks

As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, WWCC and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.