• Based in UniSA Allied Health and Human Performance at the City East campus
• Full-time, continuing position
• Commencement Salary: $148,600 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)

About the Role

As the Associate Professor in Physical Activity and Health you will make an outstanding contribution to academic leadership to support the teaching of undergraduate, honours and postgraduate programs. You will also make innovative contributions to the advancement of teaching and enhance the research profile of Allied Health and Human Performance through the development of a program of collaborative research supported by competitive research grant funding.

About UniSA

The University of South Australia is Australia’s University of Enterprise. Our culture of innovation is anchored around global and national links to academic, research and industry partners. Our graduates are the new urban professionals, global citizens at ease with the world and ready to create and respond to change. Our research is inventive and adventurous and we create new knowledge that is central to global economic and social prosperity.

Core Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to support teaching and learning initiatives to enhance the student experience and ensure graduates are the preferred employees of industry
• Teach and assess undergraduate/postgraduate courses
• Conduct research and scholarly activity, which results in publications in both academic refereed and professional journals
• Enhance the research profile, reputation and brand of the University and UniSA Allied Health and Human Performance

Essential Skills and Experience

• A doctorate qualification and evidence of a record of achievement and national reputation related to the role of physical activity in health
• Experience using a range of contemporary teaching methodologies and modes of delivery
• Demonstrated experience providing academic leadership to develop a culture of teaching and learning excellence
• Evidence of successful competitive research grant applications and outcomes
• Experience in the supervision of honours and postgraduate students

Benefits

Getting a great job working with the best is just the start. UniSA rewards its staff with a wide variety of benefits such as:

• Access to great personal development opportunities
• Generous superannuation contributions of up to 17%
• Flexible working conditions
• Employee assistance and development programs
• A range of salary packaging options, including vehicle leasing, laptops and car parking fees
• Staff study support
• A variety of leave arrangements

Culture

As a University of Enterprise, we offer a dynamic and agile workplace culture, one that embraces challenges and thrives on breaking new ground. Our staff are creative and innovative thinkers, communicating with clarity, conviction and enthusiasm. We embrace diversity and inclusion in a vibrant, engaging environment. Our people are authentic, resilient, and influential, and we deliver results.

How to Apply

For a copy of the position description and to apply, please visit Working at UniSA. The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address.

Please address your cover letter to Sarah Doyle, Recruitment Consultant. For further information about the position or the recruitment process, please contact UniSA Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or via email at recruitment@unisa.edu.au using job reference number 3142.

Applications close: 11:30 pm Sunday 25 July 2021

Pursuant to the Child Safety (Prohibited Persons) Act 2016 (the Act) and the Child Safety (Prohibited Persons) Regulations 2019 (the Regulations), this position has been deemed prescribed. This role will require the successful candidate to hold a current Working with Children Check.

How to apply:

Applications must be lodged online, please note UniSA does not accept applications via email.

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UniSA is committed to developing a diverse workforce and a constructive enterprising culture in which everyone can thrive.

For further support, contact Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or email recruitment@unisa.edu.au and you will receive a response within one working day.

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