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The Research Institute for Sport and Exercise Sciences at Liverpool John Moores University is an internationally recognised research unit investigating physical activity and health related issues.  In partnership with Liverpool PCT, Alder Hey Children’s Hospital and Liverpool City Council we are seeking to appoint an Intervention Coordinator (Physical Activity Specialist) to manage the delivery of a family-based lifestyle intervention to tackle childhood obesity in Liverpool (Getting Our Active Lifestyles Started (GOALS).

We are looking for a pro-active individual to take responsibility for maintaining the efficient day to day running of the GOALS intervention, and to provide quality assurance for the intervention’s physical activity component. This operational management role will suit an individual with excellent organisational skills and physical activity knowledge who is committed to improving the health of Liverpool families.   Duties will include managing recruitment to the intervention, coordinating timetables and staff rotas across several Liverpool sites, liaising with intervention venues, designing and adapting physical activity sessions and supervising physical activity coaches. 

The position offers a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to join a lively, multidisciplinary team working in partnership with local organisations.   You will be a qualified coach (NGB level 2 or equivalent) with a degree in a sports or exercise related subject.  At least one year’s experience coaching children plus experience of coordinating a complex project is essential.

This project received support from the Liverpool First Area-Based Grant and the European Union.  Appointment to this position is subject to a CRB check.  Click here for job description.

Further particulars and application forms are available from and applications to Human Resources, Liverpool John Moores University, Rodney House, 70 Mount Pleasant, Liverpool L3 5UX.  Tel: 0151 231 3166 or 0151 231 3518    (24 hour answerphone).

www.ljmu.ac.uk/vacancies.asp

Email: jobs@ljmu.ac.uk

LJMU is committed to achieving equality of opportunity.

The Research Institute for Sport and Exercise Sciences at Liverpool John Moores University is an internationally recognised research unit investigating physical activity and health related issues.  In partnership with Liverpool PCT, Alder Hey Children’s Hospital and Liverpool City Council we are seeking to appoint Physical Activity Coaches to contribute to the delivery of a family-based lifestyle intervention to tackle childhood obesity in Liverpool (Getting Our Active Lifestyles Started (GOALS).

We are looking for pro-active individuals to deliver physical activity sessions to groups of families with obese children as part of a multidisciplinary team committed to improving the health of Liverpool families. You will be passionate about creating physical activity opportunities for all, regardless of age or ability, and have the enthusiasm and personality to make physical activity fun.  A coaching qualification (NGB level 2 or equivalent) and at least one year’s experience coaching children are essential. 

This project received support from the Liverpool First Area-Based Grant and the European Union.  Appointment to this position is subject to a CRB check.  Click here for job description.

Further particulars and application forms are available from and applications to Human Resources, Liverpool John Moores University, Rodney House, 70 Mount Pleasant, Liverpool L3 5UX.   Tel: 0151 231 3166 or 0151 231 3518    (24 hour answerphone).

www.ljmu.ac.uk/vacancies.asp

Email: jobs@ljmu.ac.uk

LJMU is committed to achieving equality of opportunity.

This is a fixed term role for a period of 6 months Your role will involve; Investigate groups of athletic ability for potential research projects into the qualities, abilities and development of elite endurance physiology Synthesise research data into meaningful outputs Deliver and communicate research concepts to regional and national physiology team and external clients Working with the regional team and other regional network points to create a world class high performance training environment You should have; A qualification at higher degree level specialising in physical preparation of elite athletes Evidence of creativity in problem solving in performance science Experience and insight into the management and operations of applied research and development projects An ability to demonstrate up to date knowledge of research and development Experience of developing and implementing innovative ideas and putting them into practice, including working in an applied and integrated manner To apply please send your CV, a covering letter, details of current remuneration and relevant contact details by 1pm (GMT) on the closing date to: Email jobs.emidlands@eis2win.co.uk Post: Senior Business Administrator, English Institute of Sport, EIS/L’Boro Performance Centre, 1st Floor, Loughborough University, Leicestershire, LE11 3TU Please quote job ref: EME16.10 Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON THESE AND ALL CURRENT VACANCIES PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT www.eis2win.co.uk/jobs

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated member of staff. The post-holder will join the existing expertise of exercise physiologists whose interests range from respiratory and cardiovascular to muscle physiology. We are particularly keen to receive applications from individuals with expertise that would complement the ongoing research in cardiovascular physiology. Candidates should have a doctorate in a relevant discipline, a strong record of research with publications in high quality journals, particularly in the areas of respiratory and cardiovascular physiology and a demonstrable potential for attracting external grant income. For an informal discussion about the post and its requirements, please contact either Dr Lee Romer. Telephone: 01895 266483. Email: lee.romer@brunel.ac.uk. Or Professor José Gonzalez-Alonso. Telephone: 01895 267324. Email: j.gonzalez-alonso@brunel.ac.uk.

We are seeking a highly motivated member of staff to take a leading role within the School of Sport and Education. The post is offered at Professorial or Reader level. Candidates will be expected to provide leadership in research and stimulate research in the area of Social Sciences of Sport, playing a significant role in the further development of The Centre for Youth Sport and Athlete Welfare (CYSAW), attract external funding and research students/assistants and contribute to teaching activities within the school. Candidates should have an acknowledged research profile in own research area and a demonstrated ability to access research grants and other funding sources; a significant research and publications record and coherent future plans for research, which are consistent with School objectives. For an informal discussion about the post please contact Professor Ian Rivers. Telephone: 01895 267636. Email: ian.rivers@brunel.ac.uk. Or for further information about the work of the Centre contact - Dr Laura Hills. Telephone: 01895 267369. Email: laura.hills@brunel.ac.uk.

The Department of Sport and Exercise Science is seeking to employ a full-time permanent Senior Lecturer in the area of Exercise and Sport Psychology.

 

You will have an appropriate research profile and will be expected to undertake research and knowledge transfer in the area of exercise and sport psychology. There is an expectation that this will involve collaboration within and outside the Department/University. You will primarily be expected to teach in the area of psychology of physical activity to undergraduate and MSc students as well as supervising undergraduate and postgraduate research projects. An ability to contribute to teaching in sport psychology would also be desirable.

 

You will be a member of the ‘Division of Psychology” within the department: other division members are BASES Accredited, BPS Chartered and HPC Registered Sport and Exercise Psychologists.

 

For further details applicants are invited to contact Richard Thelwell (Head of Department) at richard.thelwell@port.ac.uk or Neil Weston (Division Leader for Sport Psychology) at neil.weston@port.ac.uk

 

Full details can be found at www.port.ac.uk/vacancies

 

 

A fantastic opportunity has become available at Ki Performance for the role of Performance Manager, specialising in musculoskeletal rehabilitation and/or sport science (coaching). This role will best suit an individual who currently holds a MSc and has well-developed knowledge and expertises in the areas of sport (coaching), health, rehabilitation and performance testing. Work experience in these fields is desirable but not essential. Day-to-day role will vary between hands-on assessing and reporting, to providing website support for Ki Fit and contributing to the development and delivering of other exciting Ki projects (related to our calorie management system). Ki Performance is a dynamic company that prides itself on using scientifically-supported rationale to assess and manage each client, delivering bespoke management strategies for the three main pillars of a balanced lifestyle – Emotional; Nutritional; and Exercise.

Full Description:
Key responsibilities and accountabilities:
1. Musculoskeletal Assessment, Testing and Interpretation a. Isokinetic Testing (Contrex® Dynamometer) b. Gait and Motion Analysis (Templo®; RSscan Footscan®) c. Flexibility (Goniometer; Subjective assessing) d. Posture Assessing (Plumbline; Posture Pro Biometric 6.0 ®) e. Pelvic/Core Strength and Stability
2. Performance testing – Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing; VO2Max; Lactate Profiling; Training Zones; Sport-Specific Assessments (Cortex CardioLyzer Ultra®; Cortex Metalyzer®)
3. Compile full comprehensible Reports on all areas (Isokinetics; Gait; Biomechanics; Flexibility; Posture; Pelvic/core condition) and develop Exercise Strategies
4. Maintain accurate assessment details and notes (file electronic and hard copies)
5. Design and deliver rehabilitation/exercise programmes
6. Provide appropriate advice and referrals to General Practitioners, Specialists and Allied Health Professionals
7. Developed, co-ordinate and control all testing according to Ki Performance Standard Operation Procedures and protocols
8. Report to Performance Director with client reports and management updates
9. Network and liaise with healthcare practitioners – Physiotherapists; Dieticians; Chiropracters; Osteopaths; GP’s; Consultants; Sports Massage Therapists
10. Research and Development • Ki Fit and Future Ki Performance Projects
11. Provide support for Ask an Expert (answer all Exercise-related questions for Ki Fit clients and public)
12. Website content development a. Write academic pieces (literature reviews), product and trend reviews, as well as general information and topical articles for future online publication (sport, health and exercise-related) b. Contribute to the development of other website features for the Exercise domain
13. Edit and contribute to monthly eNewsletter Other sought-after skills:
1. ECG interpretation and Exercise Tolerance Testing experience
2. Knowledge of Isokinetics (Testing procedures; applications)
3. Strength and Conditioning certification (UKSCA Accredited)

Vacancy Web Address: www.kifit.co.uk; www.kiperformance.com

To apply, please send a CV and covering letter to Anna Holder at aholder@kiperformance.com