Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Rehabilitation and Exercise Therapy
Join an international joint institute in China to teach and advance research in rehabilitation and exercise therapy.
Best for:Best for educators and researchers in rehabilitation, exercise science, or kinesiology with higher education teaching experience.
Overview
The CDUTCM-Keele Joint Health and Medical Sciences Institute seeks a passionate academic for an open-rank faculty position in the Rehabilitation and Exercise Therapy programme. The role involves delivering engaging lectures, mentoring undergraduate students, contributing to curriculum development, and establishing a robust research profile. Candidates will benefit from competitive compensation, relocation support, and a collaborative multicultural environment in Chengdu, China. The appointment upholds the high academic standards established through the partnership between Keele University and Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
What you'll do
- Deliver high-quality, innovative classroom instruction for up to 20 class periods weekly, aligned with international academic standards.
- Hold regular office hours for at least 6 class periods weekly to provide academic support, mentorship, and guidance to students.
- Supervise undergraduate research projects and help students develop critical thinking and scientific inquiry skills.
- Coordinate programme academic activities and support academic team leadership.
- Contribute actively to professional development initiatives, peer performance reviews, and collaborative institute projects.
- Maintain an active research agenda, publish scholarly work, and pursue external funding opportunities.
Requirements
Degree required: Master's degree or above in Exercise Science, Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine, Biomechanics, Kinesiology, or a related field (PhD preferred for Senior Lecturer)
Language: English proficiency suitable for international instruction and academic administration.
Instruction: English
Publications: Emerging or established publication record aligned with career stage.
- Demonstrated background in exercise science, rehabilitation, sports medicine, biomechanics, or kinesiology
- Minimum of 2 years of higher education teaching experience
- Possession of a formal teaching certification or relevant professional credentials
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills suited for a multicultural environment
- Emerging or established research record including publications or external funding
- Open to qualified international and domestic academic professionals meeting the degree and experience criteria.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Prepare your academic CV, a 1-page cover letter detailing your motivation, and a 2-page response to the selection criteria. Submit your complete application package via email to the designated recruitment address with the appropriate role subject line. Applications undergo rolling review with early submissions prioritized.
- Academic CV
- Cover letter
- Response to Selection Criteria
Contact
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