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Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Psychology

Job at University of Derby in Derby

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes.

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

Within the School of Sport and Exercise Science, we engage with industry and ensure impact through our applied provision. Our industry-informed and student-led approach, combined with our wide knowledge and skill set in a broad spectrum of areas within health and performance, drive industry standards and promote development, transition and independence. This creates a vibrant, exciting and inclusive place for our students to learn and allows our graduates to make a real impact in the health and sporting world.

About the Role

Our School of Sport and Exercise Science within the College of Science and Engineering is looking to appoint a Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Psychology to contribute to the teaching, curriculum development, research and consultancy in the discipline area of Sport and Exercise Science.

You will join a vibrant academic community that delivers high quality programmes. We take pride in offering our students a fantastic learning experience through our academic provision and active research culture. We focus on creating opportunities for students to gain practical experiences that brings their education to life, enhance their employability, and foster future aspirations. 

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the research and / or consultancy agenda within the School of Sport and Exercise Science.

Interview Date - 31st October 2024

About You

You will join a highly committed team that provide a range of degree programmes in Sport and Exercise Science. With high professional standing and high standards we would expect that you would not only provide an impetus for teaching, curricular development, research and/or consultancy in your specialist area, but also contribute to the team effort in delivering the programmes for which the whole discipline area is responsible. You must have relevant experience to deliver high quality provision within the area of Sport and Exercise Psychology.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement of 47 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)Teacher’s Pension SchemeSuite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance ProgrammeAccess to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailersDiscounted onsite gymDiscounted access to Devonshire SpaCycle to Work schemeA flexible working environmentA commitment to personal and professional development

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Andy Hooton, Head of School of Sport and Exercise Science via a.hooton@derby.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk 

This role is eligible for sponsorship by the University, however, your individual circumstances must meet the criteria set out by UKVI; this includes meeting the English Language requirement and earning a salary that meets the highest of either the going rate for the SOC code or the minimum salary threshold for the Skilled Worker route (£38,700 per annum).

If the role is eligible, but the offered salary is less that the going rate for the role, you may still be able to apply for a Skilled Worker visa if: 

Your job is on the Immigration Skills ListYou’re under 26, studying or a recent graduate, or in professional trainingYou have a PhD level qualification that’s relevant to your job You have a postdoctoral position in science or higher education

Please note that the University cannot confirm your eligibility for sponsorship until an offer is made and your individual circumstances have been considered.

For more information, visit Applying from Overseas - How to apply for a job at the University of Derby - University of Derby

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect everyone who works for us to also share this commitment and to treat people with courtesy and respect.

Closing Date: 08 Oct 2024

Area: Teaching and Research

Salary: £37,999 to £55,295 per annum

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