Part time fixed term (0.8 FTE) contract , for 2 years available Exciting opportunity for an Associate Lecturer/Lecturer (Clinical Education) (Education-focused) to contribute to clinical education within the Discipline of Exercise and Sport Sciences and the Sydney School of Health Sciences Base Salary ranging from $89,831 - $151,328 17% superannuation About the opportunity The Sydney School of Health Sciences is experiencing significant growth and investment as part of the Faculty of Medicine and Health’s strategic vision. We are seeking an Associate Lecturer/Lecturer in Clinical Education with expertise in Exercise and Sport Science and Exercise Physiology to contribute to high‑quality, practice‑oriented teaching that prepares graduates for contemporary health and clinical practice. This education‑focused role is expected to make a substantial contribution to clinical teaching and learning, design and evaluation with a strong emphasis on student coaching, skills development, and best‑practice client care in simulated and authentic work-based settings. The successful candidate will work closely with academic and clinical colleagues to deliver engaging, authentic learning experiences that support student success and workforce readiness. The role is expected to dedicate the majority of workload (typically up to 70% by agreement) to teaching and teaching‑related activity, including curriculum design, assessment, evaluation, and scholarly enhancement of clinical education practice. Clinical education may be delivered outside standard business hours. Applicants should be aware that this role involves early starts and late finishes due to the scheduling required for student-led clinic operations. Your key responsibilities will be to: Deliver and coordinate high‑quality clinical teaching and student coaching in simulated and/or authentic clinical environments within a collaborative teaching team apply current clinical expertise to inform teaching practice and support student development of professional skills and patient‑centred care contribute to outstanding educational design, delivery, evaluation, and outcomes across relevant units of study innovate in clinical education through contemporary, evidence‑informed teaching practices and learning technologies contribute to the scholarship of clinical education through reflective practice, evaluation, and dissemination of teaching improvements provide mentoring and professional guidance to students and contribute to the development of teaching capability in junior or sessional staff, modelling effective clinical reasoning, communication and professional behaviour in clinical teaching contexts support and contribute to the education and administrative activities of the School, including meetings and committee work engage constructively with clinical and industry partners, strengthening links between the University and the profession contribute positively to workplace culture, teamwork, diversity, and inclusion support the strategic objectives of the School, Faculty and University undertake other teaching- and education-related duties consistent with the level of appointment. About you A postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline (Exercise Physiology / Exercise and Sport Science or related field) minimum of 5 years of recent clinical experience in Exercise Physiology/Exercise and Sport Science or related area current professional registration/accreditation with Exercise & Sport Science Australia (ESSA) as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) or Accredited Exercise Scientist (AES) demonstrated experience in clinical teaching and learning a developing and applied understanding of contemporary clinical education practices and effective curriculum design proven ability to work collaboratively as part of an academic and clinical education team commitment to excellence in teaching demonstrated ability to foster inclusive, equitable and respectful learning environments. Sponsorship / work rights for Australia Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident. Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position. Pre-employment checks Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role-required pre-employment or background checks satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary steps, including the termination of your employment. EEO statement The University of Sydney is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. How to apply Applications (including a cover letter addressing the criteria in the About you section, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please log in to your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. To submit an application for this role please provide the following information: 1. A cover letter which includes a written response to selection criteria ad dressing your ability to meet the requirements outlined above within the context of the key responsibilities of the role (maximum 1000 words). 2. Your current CV or resume, including two referees. Please ensure your cover letter is clear, concise, addressing the selection criteria and states the type of employment and level in which you are applying. If you are a current employee of the University or a contingent worker with access to Workday, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Rachel Yazigi, by email to Rachel.yazigi@sydney.edu.au . Please include the job requisition number in all correspondence . © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role. Applications Close Wednesday 29 April 2026 11:59 PM
