Senior Lecturer in Clinical Exercise Physiology

About the Faculty

The Faculty of Science and Engineering at Manchester Metropolitan University is dedicated to advancing sports science, engineering, computing, life and natural sciences through world-class research, education, and industry partnerships. The Faculty is home to four specialist schools and supports both undergraduate and postgraduate education in a state-of-the-art new building and a growing research environment.

About the School

The School of Sport and Exercise Sciences is an ambitious school, that strives to harness the power of sport and exercise to make a lasting positive impact on the lives of the people from the communities we serve. The School delivers an extensive portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across areas such as physiology, biomechanics, psychology, coaching, and nutrition, taught in cutting-edge teaching and laboratory spaces. We are proud of our strong reputation for teaching excellence, with high levels of student satisfaction, graduate prospects, and employability.

The School also has an outstanding research profile. Our staff lead and contribute to internationally recognised research groups spanning human performance, health and wellbeing, and applied sport science. We collaborate with elite sports organisations, national governing bodies, and healthcare partners, and our research informs both professional practice and public policy. Colleagues in the School are supported to build active research careers through investment in facilities, doctoral supervision opportunities, and a culture of interdisciplinary collaboration across the Faculty and the wider University. 

About the Role & Team

You will be a passionate academic with an excellent and accelerating profile in educational innovation and applied clinical practice to join the School as a Senior Lecturer in Clinical Exercise Physiology. 

Key Responsibilities

You will lead the delivery of high-quality teaching in Clinical Exercise Physiology across our undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, combining academic excellence with applied clinical practice to prepare students for careers in healthcare, rehabilitation and exercise medicine. You will play a leading role in the continued development of our successful MSc Clinical Exercise Physiology, contributing to curriculum development, educational innovation and the delivery of engaging practical and clinical skills teaching.

A key aspect of the role will be the development, coordination and quality assurance of clinical placement opportunities, working closely with NHS Trusts, Integrated Care Systems and other healthcare partners to provide outstanding practice-based learning experiences for our students. You will also contribute to the continued growth of our external partnerships, ensuring our teaching reflects contemporary clinical practice and supports graduate employability. Alongside this, you will contribute to wider school initiatives that enhance the student experience, student success and the continued development of Clinical Exercise Physiology as a strategic area of growth for the Department.

Key Skills & Experiences

You will hold a PhD in Clinical Exercise Physiology, Exercise Physiology, Rehabilitation Science or a closely related discipline. Registration with the Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS) as a Clinical Exercise Physiologist, or the ability to achieve registration, is essential. You will bring experience of clinical exercise physiology, rehabilitation or healthcare practice, alongside a strong understanding of exercise assessment and prescription for people living with long-term health conditions.

You will have experience of delivering high-quality teaching in higher education or substantial professional practice that can be translated into an outstanding student learning experience. Experience of developing and managing clinical placements, NHS partnerships or other employer engagement activities would be highly desirable. Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), or a commitment to achieving this within two years, is essential. Above all, you will be a collaborative and student-focused academic with the enthusiasm to inspire future Clinical Exercise Physiologists and contribute positively to the continued success and growth of the School.

To learn more about role and requirements, please read the Job Description. 

If you would like to join our people and share our ambition, we would love to hear from you!

Application & Assessment Process:

• To apply, please submit a CV and covering letter detailing your suitability, on the application portal.
• For informal enquiries, about this vacancy, please contact Georgina Stebbings (G.Stebbings@mmu.ac.uk) or Amy Harwood (a.harwood@mmu.ac.uk)  
• The assessment process will take place in two stages. In the first stage, candidates will be required to deliver a 10-minute interactive, classroom-style presentation using slides within their subject area, and submit a 10-minute pre-recorded presentation showcasing their educational innovation. Candidates who successfully progress to the second stage will be invited to attend an interview with the Faculty Pro-Vice-Chancellor.

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Further Information

Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from local and international communities, including those from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.

Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.

Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the attached Job Description for that vacancy.