Proud to be Sunderland
The University of Sunderland offers life‑changing opportunities for more than 27,500 students across our campuses in Sunderland, London and Hong Kong, as well as through global partnerships in 19 countries.
We’re an inclusive, ambitious and forward‑looking University in a vibrant city that’s constantly evolving. We’re also entering an exciting new phase with a refreshed vision and strategic ambitions shaped around the changing higher education landscape.
As we move through 2026, we’re celebrating being recognised as:
A top 30 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2026)
1st in the North‑East for student support services (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)
1st in the North‑East for teaching quality (The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)
Your next opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in the education of Sport and Exercise Science, and future Sport and Exercise Medicine practitioners in the vibrant School of Medicine, and to contribute to the promotion of teaching, research and reach-out activities across the School, and wider Faculty. You will join our creative team of educators and contribute to our thriving partnership with schools, colleges, sport, fitness, public health, and healthcare providers. We are seeking an experienced sport and exercise physiologist, preferably with an interest in clinical exercise physiology or sport and exercise medicine, with a passion for education and supporting the students undergoing professional development.
Due to exciting new developments, there is an opportunity for an experienced educator to join the team on a two-year fixed term contract.
Is this you?
The successful candidate will ideally hold current professional membership with the Chartered Society of Sport and Exercise Sciences or Clinical Exercise Physiology UK, and a PhD/Doctorate in a relevant subject area. Individual CASES Sport and Exercise Accreditation is desirable. Key experience and skills we are looking for include:
o Significant experience leading and managing undergraduate and/or postgraduate courses.
o Significant teaching experience in the fields of exercise physiology, clinical exercise physiology, or sport and exercise medicine, and research methods and applied professional practice are essential. A willingness to contribute to teaching biomechanics or performance analysis is desirable.
o Significant experience providing outstanding personalised student/learner academic support and applied professional practice supervision.
o Significant experience leading innovative programme developments in the higher education sector.
o established regional, national, and/or international collaborations and networks in the field of sport and exercise physiology, clinical exercise physiology, and/or sport and exercise medicine to drive and strengthen innovation, research, and knowledge exchange.
o established research profile along with significant experience leading high-impact research and building research capacity.
The role requires the successful candidate to be an autonomous practitioner who can offer expert knowledge, guidance and support to the student and the wider team. This Senior Lecturer post is both exciting and challenging and requires excellent knowledge and understanding of teaching and learning; supporting staff and students within and across teams while successfully leading modules in an HEI setting.
Why join us?
At the University of Sunderland, we’re more than a place of learning, we’re a welcoming community that values inclusivity, collaboration, and well-being. We don’t just offer jobs, we offer careers that come with support, flexibility, and plenty of perks:
Up to 49 days’ holiday - that’s 36 days’ annual leave, 5 festive closure days and 8 Bank Holidays!
Award-winning staff networks that celebrate who you are.
Lifestyle benefits, with savings on shopping, tech, bikes, and even cars.
Health and well-being support, from private medical cover to gym discounts.
Learning and development that helps you achieve your goals.
Ready to Apply?
Before getting started, please download the Role Profile under ‘Job Description’ so you have everything you need.
Our application questions assess you directly against the essential and desirable criteria for the role. We do not review CVs at this stage, so please provide detailed, evidence-based answers to help us understand your suitability.
Closing date: Friday 4th September (23:59 GMT)
If you have questions about the role, please contact:
[email protected], (Associate Head of School, Sport, Health and Performance) or
[email protected] (Programme Lead).
Job Details
Department
Health Sciences & Wellbeing - School of Medicine
Location
Sunderland Campus
Salary
£46,756 to £58,228
Hours per Week
37
Closing Date
Friday 04 September 2026
Interview Date
Wednesday 16 September 2026
Reference
0275-26-R
