The British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences

Latest Vacancies

02 February 2012

Lecturer in Sports Science

Reference SS0505
Locations University of Kent, Medway
Deadline 04 March 2012

Description

Package Description: The Centre for Sports Studies is seeking to appoint an ambitious and highly motivated Lecturer with a research profile in a discipline within the Sports Sciences. This position which is a fixed term appointment of 3 years is a result of the continued expansion of the department and our ambition to maximise our performance in the next REF. Thus, this post is particularly suitable for an early career research-active academic who is motivated to contribute significantly to both the dynamic teaching and research culture within the department.

Salary From: £31,020
Salary To: £44,166

The successful candidate may be required to contribute to the delivery and development of modules at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. Applications are invited from prospective lecturers with a strong research profile in any of the sport and exercise disciplines. Sports Studies particularly welcomes applications from academics with a strong interest in exercise, psychology and/or health. You will hold a PhD in sport, exercise or health science, or in a similar relevant subject (or be near completion) as well as up-to-date and advanced knowledge of a sports related subject area. Two or more published research papers in high quality peer-reviewed journals from 2008 onwards and the ability to supervise research activities of undergraduate and postgraduate students effectively are also essential to this position. Evidence of the ability to build a profile of distinguished and sustained research excellence would be an advantage.

To view further details and to apply, please visit: www.kent.ac.uk/jobs

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