Clinical Tutor / Lecturer in Sport Rehabilitation

Closing Date: Tuesday 21 February at 12.00pm (noon)

We are a research-informed, teaching led University of distinction and we have already made excellent progress in making this ambition a reality. Our policy is to combine these elements of our work in keeping with the University’s stated academic profile as a research-informed teaching University of distinction. It is in this context that we are recruiting scholars who will join with us in our pursuit of excellence. These opportunities include the post of: 

Clinical Tutor / Lecturer in Sport Rehabilitation 

The School of Health and Sport Sciences at Liverpool Hope University is planning to expand on its successful and popular sport-related degree programmes. Continued investment in facilities, equipment, and high-quality teaching and research staff has helped build our national and international reputation. Dedication to both teaching and research excellence along with top-class facilities have been central to our success. 

The appointed tutor will make a full contribution to the School of Health and Sport Sciences in terms of a demonstrable commitment to learning & teaching and associated activities towards supporting a diverse student population, and maximising their potential. You will be expected to coordinate clinical and specialist placement hours across the Sport rehabilitation degree. Applications are invited from candidates with a broad knowledge, experience, and specialism in Sport Physiotherapy/Rehabilitation. Having a clinical background in Musculoskeletal physiotherapy/rehabilitation will be an advantage. 

You will provide an outstanding experience to students studying our successful Sport Rehabilitation programme (BSc), Sports, Medicine, Exercise and Health (MSc), and the Schools new provisions in the relevant field. The post will involve the supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate students, including clinical/vocational placements and dissertations. You will also contribute to the development and running of the on-site Physiotherapy and Sport Injury Clinic. 

You will ideally hold an undergraduate or postgraduate qualification and be accredited by a relevant professional body (HCPC, CSP, BASRaT, or equivalent). If you do not hold M Level qualification, you will be required to complete a Master degree (Full-time or Part-time) within three years of your employment the cost of which would be incurred by the University. equivalent). PhD qualification and proven track record in research and publication is a requirement for “Lecturer” but not for Clinical Tutor appointment. 

The successful applicant will join a supportive team of academic staff who work well together as a cohesive School. The availability of first-class equipment and facilities supported by dedicated technical staff provides numerous teaching and research opportunities for staff and students. You are expected to have good organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills, a student-centred approach as well as continued professional development. This post would be ideal for practicing Sports/MSK Sport Rehabilitator or Physiotherapist with well-established clinical experience and an interest in joining the academia. 

In your covering letter please refer directly to the criteria, given in the person specification below.  Applications are assessed by the selection panel according to these criteria. 

If you are ambitious, can contribute to our vision and mission, and have the drive to take us forward, we would be delighted to hear from you. 

Please click the “apply” button for further details on the post and detail for how to apply.

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