School of Human Sciences

• Full-time appointment on a tenurable basis.
• Base salary range: Level B, $118,150 – $139,812 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Department of Sport Science, Exercise and Health is internationally recognised no for sport-related subjects. We offer accredited (ESSA) undergraduate degrees in Sport Science and Exercise Health, as well as accredited postgraduate programs in Clinical Exercise Physiology, Applied Human Performance and in Exercise Science and Research. Research within the Department spans clinical exercise to high performance in sport and industry, covering areas such as motor control, biomechanics, exercise physiology and exercise health psychology.

About the opportunity

• Undertake independent teaching and research in the area of Clinical Exercise Physiology and contribute more broadly to the teaching and research programs
• Coordinate and lead the instruction of core units, focusing on the foundations of clinical practice.
• Translation of research evidence into best practices in clinical exercise physiology. You will be responsible for interpreting scientific research, specifically communicating the strengths and weaknesses of different forms of research evidence to students.

About you

• Evidence of course development, including curriculum development, assessment task development, etc.
• Demonstrable track record of excellence in the conduct and communication of research, evidenced by peer-reviewed journal articles published in high quality journals.
• Ability to provide clinical supervision, mentoring, student support and assessment of student competencies in core practicum units.
• Ability to develop and maintain a strong professional clinical networks to support student experiences, graduate outcomes, and industry partnerships.

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To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Associate Professor Louise Naylor at [email protected]

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 24 August 2025

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

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