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Shape the next generation of exercise practitioners
UC Level B, Salary Range $116,403 pa - $137,865 pa plus 17% Super
Full Time Fixed Term till Dec 2027| Part-time considered
About us:
Join University of Canberra where we walk together to foster an inclusive community. Together, we endeavour to empower, connect, and exchange knowledge with our diverse people, cultures, and environments.
We stand firm and dedicated to upholding fundamental values such as inclusivity, honouring Indigenous cultures (Narragunnawali), driving positive change, nurturing curiosity, and promoting collaborative efforts. We are committed to leading the national education sector in championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032 . UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
About the opportunity:
As a Lecturer in Strength and Conditioning, you will lead and shape strength and conditioning education within a dynamic Sport and Exercise Science discipline, delivering high-quality teaching, coordinating core units, and driving curriculum innovation, particularly in strength and conditioning and exercise prescription for human performance.
This role is ideally suited to someone with applied experience in strength and conditioning practice, who is passionate about student learning and real-world impact. Part-time arrangements can be considered for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and contribute to teaching, curriculum design, and innovation in strength and conditioning and exercise prescription
Coordinate and continuously improve units across undergraduate and postgraduate programs
Deliver engaging lectures, tutorials, practicals, and lab-based teaching
Contribute to teaching across broader sport and exercise science areas aligned to your expertise
Build and maintain strong links with industry, sporting organisations, and professional bodies
About You:
You bring a postgraduate qualification in Strength and Conditioning, Sport and Exercise Science (or a related field), with a PhD completed or in progress, alongside applied experience in strength and conditioning practice or athlete development in high-performance environments.
Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:
The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:
Flexible working arrangements
Family-friendly policies
On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Early Childhood Education and Care facilities.
Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)
Submit your CV through the “Apply Now” tab, no additional documents are necessary. We kindly ask that you take this opportunity to align your CV with the Position Description , ensuring that your skills and experience are clearly articulated in connection with the specific requirements of the role.
Working rights: Applicants who wish to apply for this position must have valid working rights at the time of submission.
WWVP: The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, the successful candidate will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration.
For job specific information: please contact Joe Northey, Discipline Lead in Sport and Exercise Science, joe.northey@canberra.edu.au .
For recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Solutions team on 02 6206 3867 or email uctalent@canberra.edu.au . If you would like to request a reasonable adjustment to the selection process, please feel free to contact us.
Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday 17 May 2026
