Associate Lecturer/Lecturer - Exercise Physiology

About the role

The Associate Lecturer / Lecturer (Education Focussed) contributes to educational excellence in Exercise Science and Exercise Physiology, with a 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. Based at the Kensington Campus, New South Wales, this is a full‑time position (35 hours per week) with a fixed‑term contract running from January 2027 until 31 December 2030.

Responsibilities

• Delivering teaching and supporting student learning (Level A)
• Developing learning activities, resources, assessments and course administration with guidance from senior academics (Level A)
• Designing and developing innovative teaching approaches (Level B)
• Managing courses as Course Authority (Level B)
• Contributing to academic quality assurance (Level B)
• Contributing to program accreditation activities
• Maintaining contemporary expertise in pedagogy and exercise physiology
• Actively participating in the broader School and Faculty academic community

Requirements

• 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
• 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
• PhD in exercise physiology, or related discipline, and/or relevant work experience (Level B)
• Demonstrated experience in learning and teaching/delivery of courses at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level, with evidence of teaching effectiveness (Level B)
• Experience developing and/or implementing educational technologies and online delivery methods (Level B)

Benefits

• 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)

Pay

Academic Level A/B ($118K – $142K) based on experience + 17% superannuation + annual leave loading.

Schedule

Full‑time, 35 hours per week.