Lecturer, Sport and Exercise Science

• Full-time, Ongoing position at Academic Level B.
• Campbelltown campus with flexible working arrangements.
• Salary: $123,327 – $145,625 per annum, plus 17% Super and Leave Loading.

Contribute to teaching, research and practicum leadership in Exercise Science.

The Opportunity
Western Sydney University is seeking an innovative and collaborative academic to join the Sport and Exercise Science team within the School of Health Sciences. This role contributes to undergraduate teaching, research and scholarly activity, with a particular focus on exercise prescription and work integrated learning.

You will play a key role in leading the exercise science practicum program, supporting student professional development and ensuring compliance with Exercise and Sport Science Australia accreditation requirements. This includes contributing to practicum site sourcing, scheduling, supervisor engagement and quality assurance processes.

As a Lecturer you will deliver high-quality, evidence-based teaching, contribute to curriculum and assessment design, and build a developing research profile through publications, grant activity and higher degree research supervision. You will collaborate closely with academic and professional colleagues and maintain strong connections with industry and community partners across Western Sydney.

What Success Looks Like:

• Coordinating and delivering high-quality teaching in exercise prescription and related areas.
• Leading and supporting work integrated learning and practicum activities aligned to accreditation requirements.
• Publishing peer-reviewed research and contributing to competitive research funding.
• Supervising honours and higher degree research students toward timely completion.
• Building effective internal and external partnerships that support teaching, research and student outcomes.

Please refer to the Position Description for full details.

About You

• A PhD in Exercise Science or a closely related discipline, with expertise in exercise prescription and delivery.
• Demonstrated understanding of exercise science practicum requirements for Exercise and Sport Science Australia accreditation.
• Eligibility for accreditation as an Exercise Scientist with Exercise and Sport Science Australia.
• Evidence of delivering high-quality, contemporary teaching in a tertiary environment.
• An emerging research track record with publications and demonstrated impact within the profession.
• Capacity to supervise higher degree research students.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, particularly within the exercise science industry and practicum placement networks.

Desirable

• Significant industry experience across exercise science settings.
• Eligibility for accreditation as an Exercise Physiologist or Sport Scientist with Exercise and Sport Science Australia.
• Experience in curriculum development related to exercise prescription and/or work integrated learning.

Benefits
We invest in the people who make our mission possible. Alongside a rewarding career, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your financial, personal and family wellbeing.

• Financial benefits: Access to staff-only products and offers with selected banking partners, salary sacrifice options for onsite parking, and novated motor vehicle leasing.
• Health and wellbeing support: Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP), complimentary annual flu vaccination, eligibility for Fitness Passport membership, and access to discounted private health cover.
• Onsite childcare: Long day care and early learning services operate at our Campbelltown, Hawkesbury, Parramatta, and Penrith campuses. Staff may be eligible for discounted fees and salary packaging, with places subject to centre capacity.

Application Details

• Position Enquiries: Direct to Ben Dascombe, Head of Discipline (Sport, Exercise Science and Physical Education) via B.Dascombe@westernsydney.edu.au. Please include the job reference code REF1105R.
• Closing Date: 11:59pm, Monday 27 April 2026.
• Working Rights: You must provide evidence of full-time working rights in Australia at application.
• How to Apply: Please note that only applications submitted via the University’s online recruitment system will be considered. As part of your online application, you will be asked to respond to screening questions addressing the key qualifications, experiences and skills required for this position.

Belonging at Western
We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

For Reasonable Adjustments during the application process, please contact talentacquisitionteam@westernsydney.edu.au.

About Western
This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger. By joining Western Sydney University, you become a valued member of our community. As our region changes, so too does our university. Western is boldly different, energetic, global, diverse, dynamic, and youthful.

Our mission is to deliver student success, impactful research, and stronger communities. As part of our team, you will have a stake in shaping the future of education, broadening horizons, and changing lives. Making a difference starts at Western.

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