Associate Lecturer/Lecturer - Exercise Physiology

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Work type:Full Time
Location:Sydney, NSW
Categories:Lecturer, Associate Lecturer

• 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 effectiveness
• Experience 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

How to Apply:

Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application including your resume & cover letter addressing the selection criteria, online before Sunday 4th October 2026 at 11:55pm. A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.

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.

Get in Touch:

Aarti

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Talent Acquisition Associate

Please apply through the application portal and not via the contact above.

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.

Advertised:04 Sep 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:04 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time