DSES is recruiting an Assistant Professor (Education Track).

DSES seeks to appoint a talented individual to the role of Assistant Professor (Education Track). We welcome applications from those with teaching interests in the broad fields of sport and exercise psychology and additionally sport and exercise physiology. We are eager to hear from applicants able to teach across both of these areas and with an interest in supporting student development of key academic skills.

This post offers an exciting opportunity to make a major contribution to the development of internationally excellent pedagogy and teaching while allowing unrivalled opportunities to progress and embed your career in an exciting and progressive institution.

Assistant Professors (Education) at Durham 

Assistant Professors on the Education track contribute to teaching, innovation, and citizenship, with opportunities to enhance their own development, support their department and discipline, and contribute to the wider student experience.

Teaching quality and innovation is critical to ensure a first-class learning environment and curricula for all our students. You will be supported to develop your teaching expertise, to engage in teaching innovation, to enrich our student experience, and will be assigned a designated mentor.

Closing Date: 11th May 2026, 11:59:00 PM

For more information about the job including essential criteria and how to apply please see here: Job Description - Assistant Professor in Sport and Exercise Sciences (Education) (26000525)