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• Contribute to excellence in Exercise and Sports Science teaching, research and academic leadership
• Develop and deliver curriculum in partnership with industry, health and high-performance sectors
• Full time, ongoing role based in Launceston

About the opportunity

We are seeking to appoint a Senior Lecturer in Exercise and Sports Sciences to join the multidisciplinary School of Health Sciences. As part of UTAS Health, the School of Health Sciences is strongly partnered with other Health Academic Units including the Tasmanian School of Medicine, School of Psychological Sciences, School of Pharmacy and Pharmacology, School of Nursing, School of Paramedicine, Wicking Dementia Research and Education Centre, and the Menzies Institute for Medical Research. 

What you’ll do:

• Undertake scholarly coursework teaching of an exemplary high quality, including unit coordination, development of teaching materials and delivery of teaching and student assessment.
• Contribute to annual course reviews and course accreditation processes.
• As part of a team, lead high-quality research of national and increasingly international standing.
• Facilitate and lead quality work-integrated learning (WIL) experiences for students that has scaffolded, connected and supported andragogical experience.
• Develop and maintain productive and effective links inside the University and locally and nationally with the discipline.­

What we’re looking for:

• Extensive experience in university-level curriculum development using flexible and innovative blended learning & teaching andragogy employing practical demonstration, simulation-based education, and digital technologies.
• A substantial record in, and continuing commitment to, research that has achieved international recognition and made innovative, and sustained contributions to the field of exercise and sports science.
• Extensive experience delivering high quality coursework learning & teaching including unit coordination.
• Expertise in key discipline areas such as motor control, motor learning, skill acquisition or biomechanics.
• Extensive knowledge of current issues and challenges in exercise and sports science in Australia and internationally.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level C and will have a total remuneration package of up to $184,076 comprising base salary within the range of $138,536 to $157,330 plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

• To apply online, please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role, skills, capabilities and experience. In your CV or in an accompanying document, please provide evidence to support your experience and capacity to address the following:
  • Experience in university-level curriculum development using flexible and innovative blended learning & teaching andragogy employing practical demonstration, simulation-based education, and digital technologies.
  • Record in, and continuing commitment to, research that has achieved international recognition and made innovative, and sustained contributions to the field of exercise and sports science.
  • Experience delivering high quality coursework learning & teaching including unit coordination.
  • Expertise in key discipline areas such as motor control, motor learning, skill acquisition or biomechanics.
  • Knowledge of current issues and challenges in exercise and sports science in Australia and internationally.

• Applicants are encouraged to contact Professor Nuala Byrne, Head, School of Health Sciences (nuala.byrne@utas.edu.au) for further information about this position.
• Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• For current UTAS staff, in submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

 Position Description - 503008 - Senior Lecturer - Exercise Science.pdf

Applications close Thursday, 18 June 2026, 11.55pm 

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. 

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.