Lecturer - Exercise Sciences

3 weeks ago

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand University of Auckland, New Zealand Full time

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

At Te Kura Mātai Kori Tinana | Department of Exercise Sciences we seek to understand the role of exercise in sustaining health, improving disease outcomes, and enhancing human performance through physical activity and sport.

Our teaching and research integrates exercise physiology, exercise psychology, movement neuroscience, biomechanics, exercise prescription and physiotherapy to investigate the role of exercise and physical activity in sustaining health, improving disease outcomes through rehabilitation and enhancing human performance.

Our mission and values place a strong emphasis on both our student body and our scholarly community, and we work with both community and enterprise to advance the well-being of the peoples of Auckland and New Zealand, with a clear commitment to pursuing sustainability.

Job Description

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

This exciting new role offers a passionate academic with a strong background in exercise prescription an exciting opportunity to develop and deliver innovative research and teaching to undergraduate and taught postgraduate students.

As a Lecturer, you will ensure that our students will have a positive learning experience that is informed by up-to-date research and supported by creative learning technologies. This role will contribute to the development and delivery of courses with a focus on the scientific principles that underpin effective exercise prescription across the spectrum of human performance from clinical populations to athletes. The ability to teach biomechanics, functional anatomy, exercise physiology, or motor control and skill acquisition is also preferred.

We are also looking for candidates who can establish an innovative and competitive individual research programme in exercise prescription or the related biophysical principles. You will be involved in the co-development of projects that attract external funding to support an active and viable research programme. For more information on the role, please view the position description.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

  • A PhD in Sport and Exercise Sciences or Human Movement.
  • An undergraduate or postgraduate degree in Exercise or Sports Science.
  • Demonstrated history or research excellence with peer-reviewed publications and securing research funding.
  • Evidence of curricula design and teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in exercise prescription.
  • Demonstratable potential to build sustainable relationships with industry partners and evidence of the ability to promote partnerships and research links with outside sporting and professional organisations/agencies.
  • Relevant teaching qualification and/or related tertiary teaching experience.
  • Demonstrated knowledge in the major sub-disciplines of Exercise and Sport Science

This is a permanent, full-time 1 FTE (40 hours per week) role.

Remuneration: L1-L7, $94,981 to $113,463

For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team

We are New Zealand's leading academic programme in Exercise Sciences. Our teaching and research seek to understand how physical activity changes the human body when it is growing, performing incredible physical feats, ageing or at risk of disease. The Department of Exercise Sciences brings together physiotherapy, exercise physiology, biomechanics, movement neuroscience, and exercise and sport psychology to investigate the role of exercise and physical activity in sustaining health, improving disease outcomes, and enhancing human performance.

He kōrero mōu | About you

You will be committed to quality and effectiveness in teaching; with the ability to be proactive and take initiative. You will have excellent oral and written communication skills and have excellent judgement and decision-making skills.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer


The University of Auckland is New Zealand's leading university and maintains significant computational, laboratory and analytic facilities. Auckland itself is frequently rated as one of the world's most liveable cities.

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

  • Flexible employment practices (including working from home, flexible hours)
  • Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
  • A competitive salary with five weeks' annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and a number of other discounts on internal and external services.

For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 2nd June2024 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

Please reach out to Professor Michael Kingsley via for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to

The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit

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