Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Sport Psychology
University of Queensland School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences
Australia

The School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences (HMNS)

The School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences’ vision is an international leader in the study of human movement and nutrition, demonstrating excellence through innovative, creative, and dynamic teaching and research, in a vibrant, interdisciplinary, and engaging environment. The School is consistently ranked in the World’s Top 5 and holds a leadership position in its field in the Australian tertiary environment and it is highly regarded for its teaching, research and community outreach programs. The 2017-18 University Ranking of Academic Performance ranked UQ first in Australia and second in the world in human movement and sports science.  The most recent (2015-16) Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) exercise conducted by the Australian Research Council ranked UQ at 5 (well above world standard) in the field of human movement and sports science and 4 (above world standard) in nutrition.

Further details about the School’s teaching programs, the research interests of academic staff, and other information about the School may be accessed on the School’s web site at http://www.hmns.uq.edu.au

The School of Psychology

The School of Psychology is one of the most prestigious schools of psychology in Australia, with a strong reputation built on excellence in both research and teaching. The School has thriving and dynamic research profiles in almost all areas of psychology and is able to attract visitors from overseas and other institutions in Australia. The School has collaborative relationships through cross-appointed staff with other schools in the University, thus creating opportunities for interdisciplinary research.

Information about the School may be accessed on the School web site at www.psy.uq.edu.au/.

About This Opportunity

An opportunity exists to contribute to the teaching and research, and service activities of the School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences and the School of Psychology in area relating to Sport Psychology and potentially Sport Coaching. This will span across both undergraduate and postgraduate levels and will include, course coordination, and supervising research students. With a research expectation, you will have a coherent research program, present and publish results, and contribute to successful applications for external funding. In addition, a contribution to the scholarship of teaching is encouraged and contribution to service/engagement is expected.

This position will also contribute to the content development and maintenance of the School’s online teaching resources including the continuing professional development programs.

Further key duties and responsibilities are listed in the position description.

This position is located at our picturesque St Lucia campus, renowned as one of Australia’s most attractive university campuses, and located just 7km from Brisbane’s city centre. Bounded by the Brisbane River on three sides, and with outstanding public transport connections, our 114-hectare site provides a perfect work environment – you can enjoy the best of both worlds: a vibrant campus with the tradition of an established university.

Our Ideal Candidate

You will have completed a PhD in Sport Psychology or Psychology. Your knowledge and experience in on Sport Psychology will be partnered with the ability to engage in high quality teaching at the undergraduate, honours and postgraduate levels. You will also be able to demonstrate the capacity to engage in independent research, as evidenced by an established track record of publications. Finally, you will hold the ability to establish relationships with the profession and promote Sport Psychology at both a university and wider community level. 

It is a requirement of this position that the incumbent be registered and endorsed, or eligible for registration and endorsement, as a Sport Psychologist in Australia.

Visa sponsorship may be available for this appointment.

We value diversity and inclusion, and actively encourage applications from those who bring diversity to the University. Our Diversity and Inclusion webpage contains further information if you require additional support. Accessibility requirements and/or adjustments can be directed to recruitment@uq.edu.au.

What We Can Offer

This is a full-time, continuing position at Academic Level B or C, dependent upon the successful candidates’ skills and experience.

A competitive salary will be negotiated with the successful applicant.

You will be able to take advantage of UQ Sport Facilities, recreation leave loading, salary sacrificing options, on-campus childcare, discounted private health insurance, cheap parking, development programs and many other benefits.

For further information, please review The University of Queensland's Enterprise Bargaining Agreement 2018-2021.

Position Description

 PD - T&R- Level B_C - Sport Psychology_final (1).pdf

Questions?

To discuss this role please contact Professor John Cairney.

For application queries, please contact recruitment@uq.edu.au stating the job number in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

To submit an application for this role, use the apply button. All applicants must supply the following documents:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Responses to the Selection Criteria

To satisfy pre-requisite questions and ensure your application can be considered in full, all candidates must apply via the UQ Careers portal by the job closing deadline. Applications received via other channels including direct email will not be accepted.