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Australian Fitness Network PhD ScholarshipThe Australian Institute of Fitness Research is a joint partnership between the Australian Institute of Fitness and The University of the Sunshine Coast. Our research is focused on further development of valid fitness industry protocols that are safe and effective for both specific broader populations. As a highly talented motivated candidate your post-graduate studies (PhD by research) project is related to “The Value of Group Fitness Classes”. The research will measure the effectiveness of group fitness classes on the health and wellbeing of at risk populations, under supervision of Professor Brendan Burkett and Dr Mark McKean, at the Australian Institute of Fitness Research. Applicants must have Australian citizenship, or be permanent residents of Australia, and plan to undertake their degree full time. Applicants must have an Honours degree (first class), or a Masters by research, or equivalent research training. Previous experience within the fitness industry and group fitness classes would be beneficial. To apply please complete the application for an Australian Postgraduate Award form found on the USC website. Include a cover letter stating the Australian Fitness Network PhD scholarship, attach a referee report, CV and copies of academic transcripts. Applications close September 10, 2010.
Exercise Physiologist
Good Health Solutions is currently seeking Health Consultants as part of the delivery of Workplace Health Programs. You will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team to promote health & wellbeing in the workplace by conducting health assessments and providing healthy lifestyles counselling to employees of client companies. Essential criteria: • Tertiary qualifications in exercise & sports science or relevant health related field • Experience in the conduct of health/fitness assessments and the provision of healthy lifestyles counselling • High level communication and interpersonal skills in order to communicate with people from a wide range of occupational groups • Knowledge of workplace health promotion and the delivery of corporate health programs • Current First Aid / CPR accreditation If you are passionate about improving the health and wellbeing of individuals and enjoy educating people on the benefits of a healthy lifestyle please send an application (including resume) to the email listed in the apply to section.
Exercise Physiologist
Core Essentials provides progressive physical therapy programs utilising MedX medical exercise equipment. We are currently seeking energetic and passionate exercise physiologists to join our innovative and expanding health care team. Required: ESSA accreditation, current first aid & CPR, current insurance, excellent presentation and communication skills. Successful applicant swill be proactive with excellent interpersonal skills, have a sound knowledge base and keen interest in exercise rehabilitation and chronic disease prevention and management. The position will be on a contractual basis. Workload will increase with the rapid growth and expansion that our company is currently experiencing.
Exercise Physiologist
We are looking for an enthusiastic professional to join our multidisciplinary team at Vitality Allied Health in Middle Park. We currently have our Physiotherapist running small group pilates-based classes using reformers as well as small weights, balls and cables. Classes are individualised, in groups of four and are aimed at injury rehab, posture, back care or general fitness, depending on the client. We are offering an opportunity to take over a range of existing evening and morning classes as a base from which to build further business. There is scope to add one-on-one consulting, coaching or larger group training into the services offered. An interest in pilates and functional exercise is essential
Exercise Physiologist and Senior Exercise Physiologist
Enriched Health is an innovative company that delivers professional allied health services across five locations on the NSW Mid North Coast. We are currently seeking a full time Exercise Physiologist to join our growing team. You will be working with a range of markets, including Private Hospital, Private Health, Medicare, Corporate Wellness, Workers Compensation and Aged Care. Join our team of allied health professionals including exercise physiologists, physiotherapists, massage therapists, counsellor, psychologist and sports physician. We offer: Patient centred care environments including excellent conditions, structured professional development programs including in-services, supervision and tailored clinical education programs with senior health professionals, spacious new facilities, a vibrant positive team environment. Essential Criteria: Demonstrated ability to deliver patient centred health care, ESSA AEP accreditation, computer literacy, exception customer service skills and a desire to work in a multidisciplinary team. Applicants with post graduate qualifications in Exercise Rehabilitation and skills and experience in clinical pilates will be highly regarded. Salary as per Health Professionals and Support Services Award. Our values: High quality, outcome focused, patient-centred care. If you believe that you share our values, please submit a written application addressing the selection criteria, along with your CV to the contacts listed in the apply to section.
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer of Exercise Science (Motor Control and Learning)
School of Exercise Science (QLD) Unique National University in a high growth phase Full-time, continuing position or possibility of two part-time appointments for the right candidates Australian Catholic University is a public university open to all, with six campuses located in Brisbane, Sydney (2), Canberra, Melbourne and Ballarat. The Faculty of Health Sciences prepares highly qualified graduates and postgraduates in the areas of nursing, midwifery, exercise science, paramedicine and physiotherapy. The University and Faculty of Health Sciences have a number of collaborations with leading public and private health organisations in Australia and overseas. The School of Exercise Science offers dynamic and exciting programs in Exercise Science, Health and Physical Education at undergraduate level, Exercise Physiology at postgraduate level, and Honours, Masters, and Doctor of Philosophy research degrees. In this position the successful applicant will make a significant contribution to the School's teaching of disciplinary core subjects in the Exercise Science program. The successful applicant will hold a higher degree (PhD) in Motor Control / Motor Learning / Skill Acquisition of a related sub-discipline of Exercise Science (e.g. Sport Psychology) How to Apply: Specific enquiries may be directed to Assoc Prof Lainie Cameron on (07) 3623 7639. To obtain further information, including the position description and selection criteria visit www.acu.edu.au/careers Applicants should demonstrate commitment to the specific mission, the Catholic ethos of the institution and an understanding of the nexus between teaching and learning and research and scholarship. Australian Catholic University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
School of Exercise Science (QLD) Unique National University in a high growth phase Full-time, continuing position or possibility of two part-time appointments for the right candidates Australian Catholic University is a public university open to all, with six campuses located in Brisbane, Sydney (2), Canberra, Melbourne and Ballarat. The Faculty of Health Sciences prepares highly qualified graduates and postgraduates in the areas of nursing, midwifery, exercise science, paramedicine and physiotherapy. The University and Faculty of Health Sciences have a number of collaborations with leading public and private health organisations in Australia and overseas. In this position the successful applicant will make a significant contribution to the School's teaching of disciplinary core subjects in the Exercise Science program. Additionally a significant contribution to the School's research and publication performance is expected. Typical academic responsibilities include accepting the Lecturer-in-Charge role; development and delivery of lectures; provision of laboratory experiences and coordination of tutors. The successful applicant will holda higher degree (PhD) in Exercise Physiology / Strength and Conditioning / Coaching and Sports Performance or a related sub-discipline of Exercise Science. How to Apply: Specific enquiries may be directed to Assoc Prof Lainie Cameron on (07) 3623 7639. To obtain further information, including the position description and selection criteria visit www.acu.edu.au/careers Applicants should demonstrate commitment to the specific mission, the Catholic ethos of the institution and an understanding of the nexus between teaching and learning and research and scholarship. Australian Catholic University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Co-facilitator - ENRICH
Interested in working with people impacted by cancer? · Expressions of interest invited from Exercise Physiologists and Physiotherapists · Be involved in improving the quality of life and lifestyle risk behaviours of cancer survivors, their carers or partners Cancer Council NSW is dedicated to defeating cancer by building a cancer smart community. We are seeking expressions of interest from experienced Exercise Physiologists and Physiotherapists to co-facilitate a new program for cancer survivors and carers called ENRICH (exercise and nutrition routine improving cancer health). ENRICH is a skills development program teaching people to make healthy eating choices and increase their physical activity. It aims to improve the quality of life and lifestyle risk behaviours of people who have had cancer and their carers or partners. Programs consist of six face-to-face group sessions held over eight weeks. Sessions are co-facilitated with a Dietitian or Nutritionist. Cancer Council will provide training, coursework and resources. We aim to schedule programs throughout NSW. Expressions of interest must address the Essential and Desirable criteria: Essential criteria: · Tertiary qualifications in Exercise Physiology and/or Physiotherapy. · Membership of Exercise and Sports Science Australia or Australian Physiotherapy Association. · Knowledge and understanding of the needs of persons affected by cancer and partners/carers. · Excellent verbal, listening and communication skills. · High level presentation and motivational abilities. · Desire to help people affected by cancer. Desirable criteria: · Experience in motivational coaching to encourage behaviour change. · Experience prescribing tailored group activity programs (home-based walking and resistance training).
Exercise Physiologist – Treating Professional
If you have been looking for an opportunity to utilise clinical skills attained from your tertiary education and practical experience in a highly rewarding and satisfying role, we invite you to bring your talents to our company. ExPhys, a leading exercise physiology business, requires an energetic and passionate Accredited Exercise Physiologist to join its team to provide treatment services in Sydney Metropolitan. ExPhys provides: · injury rehabilitation services for injured people in compensable and non-compensable environments, and · chronic disease prevention & treatment, and health & wellness services We pride ourselves on the use of a best practice, evidence-based medical approach. ExPhys is an outcome focused company, committed to quality and results. This role involves injury rehabilitation utilising facilities across Sydney Metropolitan. You may also be required to work out of our Cronulla and/or Sydney CBD practice facilities. A variety of tasks and challenges are provided to promote high engagement and satisfaction. An excellent support network with on-going up-skilling and training will be provided to the successful candidate. This role provides an excellent remuneration package with additional incentives in place. The remuneration package includes a fixed based salary, superannuation, and attractive performance incentives. This is the ideal opportunity for an individual who relishes autonomy in pursuit of achieving quality results and outcomes. Combining your interpersonal skills and exercise prescription with our exceptional service model and strong support network, will provide a fulfilled career with our company. For further information, including Selection Criteria, please refer to: www.exphys.com.au/employment
Senior Lecturer / Lecturer in Exercise Physiology (2 positions)
Vacancy 10088: Senior Lecturer / Lecturer in Exercise Physiology (2 positions) The School of Health and Human Sciences is seeking to appoint Senior Lecturer and Lecturer in the field of Exercise Physiology, with an emphasis on clinical exercise physiology. The School delivers a number of undergraduate programs, including Sport and Exercise Science, Exercise Science and Nutrition, and combined degrees with other disciplines, and is commencing a new post graduate program in Clinical Exercise Physiology in 2011. The School has a strong track record in research and provides research training at Honours, Masters and PhD levels. The successful applicants will undertake a range of activities which may include course and or unit coordination, teaching and curriculum development in the undergraduate and post graduate exercise science programs. It is expected that this position will have a particular focus within the Accredited Exercise Physiologist targeted pathologies (cardiopulmonary, musculoskeletal, neurological/neuromuscular, and metabolic). The successful applicants will also supervise research students (undergraduate and postgraduate), contribute to the research profile of the School by actively engaging in research and contribute to the administration of the School. To view the full position description, selection criteria and details of the application process please go to the jobs@scu.edu.au
Assistant Professor, Exercise Science
The Faculty of Physical Education and Health at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time, tenure-stream academic position in Exercise Science with direct applications to healthy high performance sport. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning on July 1, 2011. Applicants must have a doctoral degree, demonstrated excellence in scholarship and teaching and a well-articulated research program. Post-doctoral training is highly desirable. Applications for the Exercise Science position are invited from those with disciplinary expertise of relevance to psychological &/or physical performance training, enhancement and assessment, or other expertise which facilitates research collaborations and includes applications to healthy high performance sport. The successful candidates will teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels in courses related to their expertise. We strongly encourage you to submit your application online by going to: http://www.jobs.utoronto.ca/faculty.htm If you are unable to apply online, please submit your application and other materials to the following address: Ira Jacobs Dean Faculty of Physical Education and Health University of Toronto 55 Harbord St. Toronto Ontario, Canada M5S 2W6 We encourage applicants to combine PDF or MS WORD documents in one or two files. Please include a complete curriculum vitae, contact information (e-mail,address, phone) of three referees, three samples of recent publications, and any student course evaluations. Application deadline is October 1, 2010. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. For more information about the Faculty of Physical Education and Health, please visit our home page http://www.physical.utoronto.ca
Associate Lecturer - Sport & Exercise Science
Ref. No. 10183 – Cairns The school of Public Health, Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation Sciences is seeking applications for an appointment within the Institute of Sport and Exercise Science to commence in 2011. The appointee must be highly motivated and able to contribute to the delivery of subjects and course materials in the school’s Sport and Exercise Science program. This will include teaching, research, consultancy and community service activities and contributing to the overall operation of the Institute. Employment Type: Appointment will be full-time on a continuing basis subject to a probation period. Salary: Associate Lecturer – Academic Level A - $52,589 - $70,271 per annum. Commencing salary will be in accordance with qualifications and experience. Benefits include generous employer superannuation contribution and attractive options for salary packaging. Applicants must follow the method of application procedures (including systematically addressing the selection criteria). Further information is available at http://www.jcu.edu.au/jobs/ or by contacting the Recruitment Officer, details are listed in the apply to section.
Accredited Exercise Physiologist in Occupational Health & Rehabilitation
Supportive, Friendly, Experienced and will provide you with Excellent Professional Development Work with National Employers who value your Expertise Packages are Experienced Based STARTING at $62,000 Would you like to work in a dynamic, flexible and innovative Occupational Rehabilitation setting with an experienced team? We provide extensive training and a supportive environment to aid in your professional development. In house training includes a minimum of 4 training days per annum with no limit on mutually beneficial external training. KINNECT is a Queensland based company experiencing rapid growth and opportunities exist for the right person to be an integral part of our team. We provide Occupational Rehabilitation and Health services, working with some of Australia's largest companies. You need to be enthusiastic, motivated and a little adventurous! The work is varied and challenging but rewarding and there is constant support. If you are the right fit and are serious about a full time career working in Occupational Rehabilitation you will be part of an experienced and supportive multidisciplinary team comprising of occupational therapists and accredited exercise physiologists. We have over 13 years of experience in servicing regional and metropolitan areas. Progression within KINNECT is performance based, and the role will encompass conducting assessments, physical conditioning (exercise prescription and education), wellness programs, injury prevention seminars, pre employment screening, report writing, and return to work programs. The successful candidate will be required to have: AAESS accreditation as an Exercise Physiologist (or eligible to be) Outstanding time management and organisation skills Excellent presentation and communication (written / oral) skills Strong ability to problem solve Experience in practical exercise prescription Own reliable transportation with reimbursement or fleet vehicle for right candidate) We offer market competitive Salary Packages based on experience plus incentives and bonus scheme with flexible hours. KINNECT is a state-wide mobile health service provider with our head office centrally located in Woolloongabba, Brisbane. We welcome you to contact us so we can discuss your career change. For contact details see the apply to section.