Jobs and Careers

• Promote Clinical Exercise Physiology and Exercise & Sport Science programs in Tasmania
• Create & deliver engaging learning experiences to inspire students
• Relocation assistance available for those considering a move to Tasmania

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the palawa/pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present. 

The Opportunity

As an Associate Professor or Senior Lecturer in Exercise Physiology, you will lead academic activities, focusing on clinical exercise physiology within Exercise & Sport Science and Clinical Exercise Physiology courses. You will direct a range of academic activities, focusing on the development, design, and delivery of teaching activities. This role will see you work with a state-wide team, fostering a positive workplace culture. For Senior Lecturer (Academic Level C) appointments, strong support from senior leaders will ensure your success and development in this position.

• Lead the development of new interprofessional experiences and discipline-specific content across our allied health courses.
• Develop and maintain productive links inside the University and with the wider Tasmanian community, industry, and profession.
• Facilitate quality work-integrated learning experiences for students, ensuring a scaffolded, connected, and supported pedagogical experience.
• Focus on student work-integrated learning and placement activities.

What’s Required

You’re a team-oriented and innovative Academic who is committed to creating and delivering engaging learning experiences that prepare our graduates for the workforce. You display a passion for work-integrated learning and supporting high-impact professional placement experiences. Fostering a cohesive and dynamic team culture, you promote evidence-based practice.

• Demonstrated experience working as an accredited exercise physiologist, within a multidisciplinary allied health team, or in the high-performance sport industry.
• Experience in leading University-level curriculum development and teaching, with the ability to create and deliver dynamic and relevant learning experiences across all delivery modes using contemporary teaching practices.
• Strong record or proven capacity to perform as an academic leader, with the ability to build teams and create effective working relationships.
• Demonstrated experience in leading impactful work integrated learning activities for students, providing scaffolded, connected, and supported pedagogical experiences.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills with a record of contributing to building and maintaining effective and productive links locally and nationally with the discipline, profession, industry, and the wider community.
• Capacity to lead or commitment to create impactful research that contributes significantly to the field of allied health, evidenced by quality publications, conference presentations, success in securing external funding, and translating evidence to practice and/or curriculum.

Qualifications and Licences

• Academic Level D - Completion of a PhD Degree in a relevant health discipline (or equivalent combination of qualifications and relevant experience).
• Academic Level C - Completion of a Master or PhD Degree in a relevant health discipline (or equivalent combination of qualifications and relevant experience).
• Current registration as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA).

What’s on Offer?

As an employee at the University of Tasmania you will have access an array of superb staff benefits including;

• 26 Weeks paid parental leave for primary care givers
• Health and fitness memberships
• Accommodation and Car Hire discounts
• Health Insurance and Banking
• Novated Leasing options
• 17% Superannuation contribution

About the University

At the University of Tasmania, success takes a quiet determination and adaptability. In turn, this makes us broader, more rounded, multi-skilled thinkers and creative problem solvers, and it sees our institution generate powerful ideas for and from Tasmania. Because of our unique setting and challenges we go beyond creating places of learning. We strive to stimulate economic growth, lift literacy, improve health outcomes for Tasmania and nurture our environment as it nurtures us. We welcome enquiring minds, from near and far, to join us in our pursuit of the extraordinary.

Considering a move to Launceston to take up this opportunity?

Offering a breath of fresh air, our island State’s wild landscapes, unique towns and fascinating history have something for everyone. Based in Launceston, Tasmania’s second largest city is famous for its historic architecture and proximity to natural wonders such as Cradle Mountain. Launceston has crafted a unique brand of adventure and creativity; case in point: the infamous Cataract Gorge, an urban escape of scenic bushland and cliffside walking tracks along the North Esk River and the Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery, Australia’s largest regional Museum.

Belong - Be You

People are at the heart of everything we do. Our vision is to ensure that our people feel encouraged and supported to bring their whole selves to work. Fostering diversity and inclusion is our key priority, supporting our communities to come together in ways that empower connection, learning, belonging and growth. Celebrating the strengths that diversity brings will enable us to achieve our vision and mission. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community. Tell us how we can make this job work for you.

How to Apply?

If this role is of interest, we look forward to hearing from you.

• Please provide your up-to-date resume,
• A 1-page cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role,
• Full responses to the success profile outlined in the Position Description for the relevant role being applied for, either academic level C or D.

 Position Description - Academic Level C - Senior Lecturer in Exercise Physiology.pdf

 Position Description - Academic Level D - Associate Professor in Exercise Physiology.pdf

For further information about this position, please contact nuala.byrne@utas.edu.au

Application close 11.55pm Sunday 17^th November 2024. 

To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfill the requirements of this role.