Lecturer in Exercise and Sport Science

• Based at our Melbourne Burwood Campus
• Full-time and continuing in the School of Exercise & Nutrition Sciences
• Level B $122391 - $% Superannuation

Who are we

The Faculty of Health is dedicated to being at the forefront of teaching learning creativity social development and groundbreaking research and discovery. We work closely with industry partners and government bodies to translate discoveries into real-word impact. This role will specifically be working within the School of Exercise & Nutrition Sciences.

About the role:

This Lecturer position plays a key role in shaping highquality learning experiences across undergraduate and postgraduate Exercise and Nutrition Science programs. Youll lead unit teaching teams design inclusive curricula and deliver researchinformed teaching that drives student success. Alongside your teaching youll build a strong research profile through impactful solutionfocused projects and collaborative industry partnerships that translate evidence into realworld outcomes.

As a Lecturer in Exercise and Sports Science you will:

• Lead unit teaching teams to deliver highquality inclusive learning experiences.
• Design engaging curricula assessments and learning resources informed by deep discipline expertise.
• Integrate industry clinical and research practice into student learning and success.
• Initiate and conduct impactful solutionfocused research with industry and interdisciplinary partners.
• Contribute to a collaborative excellencedriven academic culture through teaching research and engagement.

To be successful youll have:

• A PhD in a relevant discipline and strong experience in exercise and sport science teaching.
• A demonstrated record of innovative highquality curriculum design and studentcentred learning.
• An emerging research profile with quality publications and/or success in external funding.
• The ability to lead and contribute to research industry engagement and academic administration.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the capacity to build strong collaborative working relationships.

Heres how to apply:

Please submit your updated resume a short cover letter and responses to the Key Selection Criteria.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role please contact the Associate Head of School teaching and Learning ESS Kirsten Howlett at

For a copy of the position description please see below:

PDLevel-B-Lecturer in Exercise and Sport

Applications for this position close on 30^th August.

Are You Ready

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile dynamic and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people of all abilities cultures sexual orientation and genders.

Pre-employment safety and suitability checks: In accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence appointment to this role is subject to successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks including Working With Children Checks and candidate gender-based violence declarations.

Candidates may be asked to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Genderbased Violence or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Genderbased Violence during the course of their previous employment or otherwise in a legal process. A declaration is not required from individuals who have experienced genderbased violence. A Yes response does not automatically exclude a candidate from employment and any information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for relevance to the role and the Universitys safety obligations.