Lecturer in Sport Coaching Science

Job Type

Full Time Fixed Term

Salary

£38,205 - £42,978 per annum

Location

Waterside Campus

About the Job

Fixed Term for 1 year

Interview Date: 16 July 2024

The University of Northampton (UON) is seeking an inspirational Lecturer in Sport Coaching Science. You will join a growing, positive, and collegiate team with a solid culture of student-focused teaching and high impact research.

The post holder will primarily be responsible for delivering high quality teaching and assisting in the design and development of innovative and inclusive teaching materials for coaching related modules on BSc Esports, as well as our BSc Sport and Exercise Science, and BSc Sport Coaching degree programmes. Applications are welcomed from individuals with experience of working with a diverse range of athletes and teams in esports and/or sport settings or who have the capability and motivation to traverse the two.

This is an exciting time to join UON following our recent relocation to a new purpose-built, town-centre campus designed to adapt to innovative teaching and learning pedagogy and practice.  We are looking to recruit individuals who share our passion for inclusion, aspiration, sustainability, trust, and creativity, and who will play a key part in supporting ambition, creating opportunities, and delivering impact.

As an academic, you will be expected to contribute to the research and scholarly output of the subject area and work collegiately with other researchers within the faculty and university wide. Research and scholarship are supported through our research centres, mentor scheme, and leave for scholarly activity.

We want you to be able to carry out your work in a way that best supports UON and our students, but also you as an individual. We understand this may vary between different areas of the university as well as from one person to another.  With Smarter Working you can work with increased flexibility, if you would like to, which can facilitate greater freedom and autonomy. However, there will be an expectation to carry out teaching duties appropriate to the session type, meetings with staff and students, and personal tutor support should this require a physical, on-campus presence at various times.

About you

You will have academic and / or professional background in esports and/or sport coaching science and possess an ability to translate theory to practice, creating learning environments to develop students’ knowledge, skills, and professional competencies. You will have expertise in areas related to sport coaching, talent and expertise development, athlete performance testing, training, and conditioning. Applied experience working with athletes and teams in esports and/or sports, and an ability to teach across the wider subject area, will be considered an advantage.

The successful candidate will be ICT literate and have experience in leading and teaching modules in HE settings. You will be highly disciplined, organised, supportive, and able to work collegiately within a team. A successful track record of research publications, successful grant applications, and/or generation of commercial income, would be welcomed.

Importantly, we are looking for individuals who are not only team players, with academic and industry expertise, but who will own and live the university values. 

Qualifications

Essential:

• Degree qualification or equivalent in relevant subject
• Master’s degree in relevant subject
• Professional Recognition as HEA Fellow (D2) or teaching qualification recognised by HESA, or willingness to obtain within an agreed timescale

Desirable:

• Doctorate in relevant subject, completed or within 12 months of completion

Faculty

The Faculty of Arts, Science and Technology (FAST) comprises approximately 3,000 students, five subject areas and a diverse range of research centres. The Science Subject Area is home to the Sport & Exercise, Life Science, Environmental and Geographical Science subject groups. 

The Sport and Exercise Subject Group has recently expanded its portfolio to include seven single honours undergraduate degrees and two postgraduate degrees. We have a diverse team of expert academics who work closely as a team, providing an excellent student experience, high quality teaching and research, and an inclusive and aspirational work and study environment.

As part of our commitment to support athletes and teams, we work closely with professional sport organisations providing a wide range of professional and research services. We are helping to develop a culture of support for student athletes and clean sport by being a TASS Dual Career Accredited site and UK Clean Sport approved.

Students and staff are encouraged to work closely with key stakeholders on projects that deliver social impact, improve the staff and student experience, and enhance the reach and reputation of the university. Examples of current projects / schemes:

If you have any questions, please contact the Deputy Subject Leader for Sport & Exercise Dr Emma Whewell via email: [email protected]

About Us

Come to the University of Northampton and you will see that we do things a bit differently.

We are one of the youngest universities in the UK but we are already leading the way in adding value to society, which we call social impact. We have won multiple awards for our work in this area, among others, but what matters the most to us is ensuring that our students and graduates have the opportunity to make their mark on the world too. That’s why we were the first university in the UK to be named as a Changemaker Campus in 2012.

We want to break the mould of what Higher Education can be. This has led us to build a whole new University from the ground up that is designed to reflect the way that students actually learn rather than the way they are expected to learn. Waterside Campus opened in September 2018.

Our commitment to transforming lives and inspiring change is at the heart of all that we do.

Right to Work

All candidates will be asked to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK at interview.

Equality

We welcome applications from underrepresented groups.

The University of Northampton is committed to providing a vibrant, ethical and sustainable work, study and living environment that values equality, diversity and inclusion.

This commitment, along with our legal and moral obligations, provides an inclusive environment for staff, students and the public who may be affected by our activities.

Together @ UON confirms our commitment to equality and inclusion, underpinned by our belief in taking action. We are dedicated to creating an environment that celebrates equality and harnesses the power of diversity.

Together @ UON demonstrates our pledge to our staff, students and partners to nurture and develop an environment where equality and inclusion can thrive whilst we Transform Lives and Inspire Change

To find out more, please visit: https://www.northampton.ac.uk/about-us/governance-and-management/management/equality-and-diversity/