Lecturer Level B - Human Systems and Exercise Physiology

Job Description

We are seeking a Lecturer in Human Systems and Exercise Physiology to join our team in a role that contributes to teaching, research and professional practice education. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality student learning opportunities across a range of Health programs.

 As a Lecturer in Human Systems and Exercise Physiology, you will:

• Develop and deliver engaging, evidence-based teaching, primarily in Human Systems and Exercise Physiology, for students enrolled in a range of health programs, including Exercise Science, Clinical Exercise Physiology, Physiotherapy, Nutrition and Dietetics, and Biomedical Sciences.
• Contribute to and support teaching delivery across a range of courses in Exercise Science and Clinical Exercise Physiology.
• Collaborate with academic staff within the discipline and across disciplines to address professional standards and accreditation requirements
• Conduct and contribute to research in discipline-related areas
• Support the discipline to provide culturally safe education and prepare students for culturally safe practice

About You

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Bring a passion for teaching and an innovative approach to student learning. You will have experience teaching and/or supervising students in university settings.
• You will demonstrate expertise in Clinical Exercise Physiology, and a commitment to evidence-based teaching, interprofessional collaboration and culturally safe education.
• This role suits an applicant with, or nearing completion of, a PhD and an emerging research track record. Applicants with suitable PhD-entry qualifications (e.g., Masters/MPhil) who are interested in undertaking a PhD will also be considered.

This is a continuing, part time (50%, 2.5 days per week) position primarily based at Griffith University Gold Coast. As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other campus locations.

Griffith University’s sites are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

If you are a passionate and forward-thinking academic looking to make a meaningful contribution to education and research, we would love to hear from you.

Salary Range
The full time equivalent base salary will be Level B range $117,076 - $139,031 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $136,979 - $162,667 per annum.

Qualifications

Additional Information

Why Join Us?

• Work in a collaborative and supportive team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and research growth
• Engage with interdisciplinary teams and partnerships
• Contribute to innovative teaching and research
• Make a real impact by educating the next generation of Health practitioners.

The Location & Lifestyle You Deserve

This role is based in stunning South-East Queensland at our Gold Coast and City campuses. Enjoy a work-life balance like no other, with access to world-famous beaches, rainforests, and Brisbane, the host city of the 2032 Olympics, all within easy reach.

How to apply
At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Our University is committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive community for all. In alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025), Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our community. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description)
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Associate Professor Surendran Sabapathy, Exercise Science on [email protected]

For application and recruitment advice, please contact Lane Stachow, Talent Acquisition Partner at [email protected].

Closing date: Monday, 7th December at 11:59pm AEST.  All applications must be submitted online.

Please allow at least 1 – 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.