Lecturer in Nutrition Sciences

School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences, University of Queensland
Full-time (100%), Fixed-term up to 3 years
Academic Level A: $82,057 – $109,246
Academic Level B: $114,824 – $136,048 + 17% Superannuation
Location: St Lucia Campus

About This Opportunity

The School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences is seeking an accredited Clinical Exercise Physiologist for a Teaching-Focused Associate Lecturer (Level A) or Lecturer (Level B) position. This role provides a unique opportunity to work with world-class mentors, build teaching excellence, and lead impactful course coordination across core subjects in exercise prescription, professional skills, and physical activity for individuals with diverse impairments.

You will take primary responsibility for four key courses within the second- and third-year curriculum and will also help oversee three student-led clinics:

• Musculoskeletal Clinic

• HMNS Personal Training Service

• Motor Active

You will foster strong internal and external collaborations, shape contemporary teaching practices, influence policy, and contribute broadly to the advancement of education in the discipline.

Key Responsibilities

Level A – Associate Lecturer

Teaching

• Deliver high-quality teaching across undergraduate and honours courses in clinical exercise physiology and exercise/sport science.

• Coordinate and manage four core courses, ensuring accreditation requirements and smooth administrative processes.

• Oversee three student-led clinics, with some face-to-face teaching responsibilities.

• Apply contemporary, student-centred, evidence-based teaching approaches.

• Enhance student engagement, belonging, and academic success.

• Conduct ongoing evaluation and improvement of teaching effectiveness.

Research

• Contribute to research, especially in teaching scholarship and applied research linked to student-led clinic outcomes.

• Seek research funding and support broader research activities in clinical exercise physiology or exercise science.

• Publish research outputs and begin to build a national academic profile.

Citizenship & Service

• Model UQ values and contribute to community, industry, and government engagement.

• Participate in School activities and committees and collaborate proactively with colleagues.

Level B – Lecturer

Teaching

• Teach across diverse delivery modes (face-to-face, blended, online) using innovative pedagogies.

• Coordinate multiple courses, design curricula and assessments, and provide high-quality student support.

• Contribute to program development and ensure ongoing course quality.

• Share best teaching practices and maintain up-to-date discipline knowledge.

Research

• Develop a strong profile in teaching and learning scholarship or pedagogical research.

• Pursue external funding opportunities and contribute to discipline-relevant research.

• Publish in high-quality outlets and build national disciplinary recognition.

Citizenship & Service

• Demonstrate leadership aligned with UQ values.

• Build and maintain strong external partnerships.

• Contribute to School priorities, committee service, and academic collaboration.

Position Type

This is a teaching-focused position. More information is available in UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.

About UQ

At UQ, you will join an environment that promotes interdisciplinary collaboration and teaching excellence. The University is committed to expanding access to education statewide and providing students with transformative learning experiences.

Staff benefit from world-class facilities, research support services, mentoring, and a supportive community committed to excellence and equity.

Benefits of Working at UQ

• Group of Eight university

• Recognition of prior service from other Australian universities

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave

• 17.5% annual leave loading

• Flexible and hybrid work options

• Internal-only job opportunities and clear academic career pathways

• Access to cutting-edge teaching and research facilities

About You

Essential Qualifications

• PhD (or equivalent) in Clinical Exercise Physiology and/or Exercise & Sport Science

• Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) or eligible for rapid accreditation

Level A – Associate Lecturer

• Developing teaching and research profile in Clinical Exercise Physiology

• Early publication record and emerging conference presence

• Ability to seek and contribute to external research funding

• Demonstrated teaching quality across diverse settings

• Experience in course coordination and curriculum innovation

• Engagement in internal service and relevant external activities

Level B – Lecturer

• Proven university teaching excellence and course coordination experience

• Strong emerging research profile with high-quality outputs

• Experience contributing to curriculum, assessment, and pedagogy enhancement

• Involvement in funded teaching/learning projects (desirable)

• Experience developing programs or courses

• Experience supervising Honours or HDR students (where appropriate)

• Strong communication skills and collaborative approach

• Professional expertise that complements School strengths

Pre-employment Requirements

• Right to work in Australia

• Criminal history check

• Education verification
  Employer-sponsored visas are not available for this role.

Questions?

Role enquiries:
Professor Timothy Carroll – timothy.carroll@uq.edu.au

Application enquiries:
Talent Acquisition – talent@uq.edu.au
(Include Reference Number R-58590)

How to Apply

To be considered, please upload:

• Resume

• Cover letter

• Responses to the ‘About You’ section

UQ is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Candidates who do not meet every requirement are encouraged to apply.

Other Information

UQ follows an equitable and inclusive selection process that recognises varying career circumstances and achievements relative to opportunity.

Applications close: 10 January 2026, 11:00pm AEST
Interviews scheduled: Monday 19 January 2026

In your application, please refer to Professorpositions.com