Employment Type: Part Time, 7 hours per week
Duration: Up until 31 December 2025
Remuneration: $85,717 + 17% superannuation + leave loading
Location: Kensington, New South Wales
To be successful you will hold Australian Working Rights or Australian Citizenship. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Why this role matters:
The Accredited Exercise Physiologist will provide exercise physiology services at Addison Road Community Centre, primarily supporting individuals from refugee, asylum seeker, and culturally diverse backgrounds, as well as those experiencing social disadvantage. This role involves working within a multidisciplinary team of clinical researchers to deliver exercise and physical activity interventions aimed at enhancing participants' wellbeing and lifestyle. The position will also contribute to research projects focused on these community-based health initiatives.
The Accredited Exercise Physiologist will report to the Scientia Associate Professor and has no direct reports.
Skills Required:
- Degree in Exercise Physiology or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
- Hold Accreditation from Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA) with at least 1-year subsequent relevant experience.
- Experience preferred in evidence-based exercise prescription for people with lived experience of mental health issues and working with culturally and linguistically diverse populations.
- Previous research support experience preferred including data collection and analysis.
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills including demonstrated capacity to maintain effective professional relationships with a variety of stakeholders and from diverse backgrounds.
- Proven ability to be self-directed and work in a multidisciplinary team.
- An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
- Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.
To learn more about this position, and view the comprehensive skills and criteria list, a copy of the Position Description can be found by clicking on the position description button beneath our ad on JOBS@UNSW.
Benefits and Culture:
UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:
- 17% Superannuation and leave loading
- Flexible working
- Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
- Access to lifelong learning and career development
- Progressive HR practices
More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.
How to apply
Please click Apply now to submit your application online. Applications submitted via email will not be accepted.
Please provide a resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria (Skills and Experience in the position description) and interest in the role.
To view the full position description, please click on the Position Description link below.
Contact
Aarti
Talent Acquisition Coordinator
a.aarti@unsw.edu.au
Applications close: Sunday 17th November before 11:30 pm
UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
