Lecturer in Sport & Exercise Science

University of East London

Founded in 1898, we at the University of East London (UEL) are proud to change lives through education. Our goal is to advance industry 5.0 careers‑first education and provide a clear path to the jobs and opportunities of the future. We’re committed to driving diversity in the 5.0 talent pipeline, working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found and creating a balanced, inclusive, and green future.

Docklands Campus

£46,471 to £51,606

Full Time, Permanent

Sunday 08 March 2026

Thursday 19 March 2026

2312-25-A

The University of East London is at the forefront of Industry 5.0 education, with a strong focus on sustainability, innovation, and employability. Within the School of Health, Sport and Bioscience, the Sport & Exercise Science subject area is expanding rapidly, supported by industry‑relevant programmes, applied research activity, and a diverse student population that reflects the communities we serve.

Our department benefits from state‑of‑the‑art sport science laboratories and clinical facilities, enabling staff and students to engage in high‑quality teaching, learning, and applied research. We are committed to fostering an inclusive academic environment that supports student success and professional development.

We are seeking a Lecturer in Sport & Exercise Science to contribute to teaching, research, and programme development across our undergraduate and postgraduate provision. The post holder will play a key role in delivering innovative, inclusive, and student‑centred teaching, while also contributing to curriculum development, applied research, and external engagement with professional partners.

Working as part of a supportive academic team, the post holder will support student learning and progression, contribute to the department’s research and knowledge exchange agenda, and enhance the impact and reputation of Sport & Exercise Science at UEL.

• Designing and delivering high‑quality teaching and learning activities across sport and exercise science programmes.
• Acting as an academic advisor, supporting student progression, retention, and success.
• Contributing to curriculum development and leading modules in line with experience.
• Developing an independent or collaborative research profile and contributing to applied research and knowledge exchange activities.
• Engaging in professional practice and working collaboratively across disciplines and with external partners.

You will be a motivated and collaborative academic with a strong interest in sport and exercise science education and a clear commitment to student success. You will hold a degree in Sport Science or a closely related discipline and have experience teaching undergraduate students within the UK higher education sector. You will demonstrate a strong understanding of inclusive and student‑centred teaching approaches, alongside evidence of research activity or clear potential to develop a strong research profile.

Excellent communication, organisational, IT, and interpersonal skills are essential, as is the ability to contribute positively to a dynamic academic environment. Experience of teaching or supervising postgraduate students, possession of a PhD or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline, membership of a professional body such as BASES, and Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (or willingness to work towards it) would be advantageous.

Here at UEL we understand it’s about more than just a salary. It’s about the entire package on offer along with our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture. We know the market rates for this vacancy and will offer a genuinely competitive salary DOE. We care deeply about your wellbeing and our benefits includes:
Pension of 31.08% to 35.38% (you’ll contribute 7.4% to 11.7%, depending on your grade, and we contribute 23.68% to maintain the scheme), 35 days holiday (plus 3 days over Christmas) plus bank holidays, hybrid working for most positions, and we’re always open to consider flexible working arrangements. We…