Lecturer in Clinical Exercise Physiology

Base Salary: Level B $112,717 to $133,853 plus 17% superannuation

Position: Full Time Continuing

Location: Callaghan Campus, Newcastle, NSW – travel to other campuses may be required.

The position

The Masters of Exercise Physiology is a postgraduate program that focuses on the use of exercise assessments and interventions to prevent, treat and manage a variety of chronic disease conditions. It is fully accredited with Exercise and Sport Science Australia at the level of Exercise Physiology.

As a Lecturer in Clinical Exercise Physiology, you will contribute to the program and work with colleagues to ensure that the curriculum and learning activities align with the requisite professional standards as outlined by ESSA.

It is expected that the successful applicant will conduct high quality research in the field of Exercise Physiology, developing internal and external collaborations, publishing high quality research publications, recruiting postgraduate research students and attracting external funding to support their research activities.

You will:

• Develop and deliver a range of postgraduate courses in clinical exercise physiology.
• Embrace new teaching pedagogies and participate in administrative activities with a view to enhancing the quality of the graduate profile.
• Develop an independent research program to attract undergraduate and higher degree students to the discipline.
• Attract industry-based research support and competitive external grant funding to the University of Newcastle.

About you

You will be experienced in student teaching and supporting student learning. You will also have a developing record of producing high quality research outcomes commensurate with experience.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Hold a doctoral qualification in Clinical Exercise Physiology or cognate discipline, with experience in exercise rehabilitation for musculoskeletal pathologies.
• Hold accreditation (or demonstrated eligibility) as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist with Exercise and Sport Science Australia.
• Have a demonstrated record of publication in high-quality outlets including evidence of international and national research collaborations and/or partnerships.
• Demonstrate the ability to undertake high quality teaching as indicated by internal and external surveys and outcomes for students that will improve or innovate in response to feedback.
• Demonstrate ability to contribute to curriculum development at postgraduate level, taking responsibility for the preparation and delivery of course modules and coordinating courses, including collaboration in curriculum design and delivery where appropriate.
• Be able to efficiently perform in allocated internal roles, sharing academic service responsibilities, contributing to outcomes of internal committees, and developing external collaborations.

Applications from candidates with experience in exercise for musculoskeletal rehabilitation, or management of cancer, mental health, ageing or neurological conditions will be highly regarded.

Please note, as part of the recruitment process you will need to formally address each criterion of the Selection Criteria (including desirable criterion) in your application. You will find the complete list of Selection Criteria in the attached Position Description.

About the School and our University

The School of Biomedical Sciences and Pharmacy is considered one of the research flagships within the University of Newcastle, with multiple research themes aimed at addressing global health challenges. The School has a very large and diverse teaching operation, providing teaching in anatomy, biochemistry, physiology, pharmacology, microbiology, immunology and pharmacy in the College of Health Medicine and Wellbeing.

This is an exciting time for the Discipline of Exercise and Sport Science (EXSS), as it transitions to a new location at the main campus of the university. This relocation will expand the sports ecosystem at Callaghan and establish new, fully equipped exercise physiology, biomechanics, motor skills, and performance and data analysis laboratories. These facilities will be co-located with the Forum, which includes world class health, fitness, sport, and recreation facilities including a high-performance gym, aquatic centre, and indoor/outdoor sporting spaces. The discipline of EXSS also operates a student-led exercise physiology clinic and an athlete testing centre at the nearby Hunter Sports Centre.

The EXSS discipline has established a strong research track record and has been successful in recruiting higher degree research students across a range of discipline areas. A range of complementary programs exist within the university, offering opportunity to build inter- and multidisciplinary research capability. The Hunter and Central Coast regions also offer the successful applicant the opportunity to build impactful collaborations with industry partners including Hunter Medical Research Institute.

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and create a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities.

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What we offer

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively.

These include:

• flexible working arrangements (in line with the University’s Flexible Work Policy);
• 17% super and salary packaging;
• additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme;
• discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more;
• wellbeing programs.

For information on our employee benefits please visit here.  

Your next steps

Please visit here for a guide on how to apply for a role. It’s important you read this document to ensure you are providing all the requirements of your application.

If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click ‘Apply’ to reach the University's website, where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy before commencing your application.

Your application must include:

• A current copy of your CV, which should be a maximum of five pages and be succinct and discipline appropriate.
• Your ORCID ID.
• A URL link to your University Academic Profile (or equivalent).
• A Cover Letter including:
• contact details for a minimum of three relevant referees.
• A statement formally addressing each criterion of the Essential and Desirable Criteria, as provided in the relevant Position Description attached below.

Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document.

Your Cover Letter and Response to the Essential Criteria should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2,000 words).

For the full list of the selection criteria and role responsibilities, please download the Position Description (available in the Related Documents section below).

For specific position enquiries, please contact the Head of Discipline, Associate Professor Mitch Smith, via email at mitch.smith@newcastle.edu.au or on 02 4033 9235.

Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us: employment@newcastle.edu.au

Closing date: 20 February 2025 at 11.59pm AEDT

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The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.  

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