Lecturer in Sport and/or Exercise Psychology

Lecturer in Sport and/or Exercise Psychology

Reference: REQ260791

Job details

Job referenceREQ260791 Date posted22/10/2026 Application closing date15/11/2026 LocationLoughborough PackageResearch Teaching and Enterprise grade 7 from £47389 to £56535 per annum. Subject to annual pay award.

Lecturer in Sport and/or Exercise Psychology

Job description

School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences

Full Time, Open-ended

Join us and be part of a vibrant community at Loughborough University.

Here’s more about the role and what we’re looking for:

 The School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences at Loughborough University is seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Sport and/or Exercise Psychology. You will contribute to research, innovation, and teaching, supporting the University’s strong international reputation for excellence in sport-related research and practice.  

About You

• You will hold a PhD in a relevant field and demonstrate a growing profile of research and academic publication, alongside experience in teaching, and/or applied practice.
• You will be passionate about delivering a world class student experience and contribute sport and/or exercise psychology teaching on our BPS accredited BSc and MSc programmes.
• You will be motivated to develop your own independent research and innovation activities that align with the School’s research themes (Research and Innovation | School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences | Loughborough University (lboro.ac.uk))

About the University

Universities are one of this country’s greatest assets. We’re educators, employers, innovators and pioneers. We shape culture and society.

At Loughborough, we strive for better, think differently, challenge convention and take action. We are passionate about finding solutions to the major problems faced by society and the planet, and we create opportunities for those with the drive, the ambition, and the determination to apply themselves in the pursuit of better.

About the Department

The School of Sport Exercise and Health Sciences (SSEHS) is a multi-disciplinary school committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community. It upholds the highest standards of excellence in research, innovation, and pedagogy across the full spectrum of disciplines within sport, exercise, health and wellbeing.

Why should you Apply?

With huge amount of variety in the role, there is an opportunity for you to develop and continually grow.

If this sounds like the right place, team and role for you please do get in touch. We’d love to hear from you.

Informal enquiries should be directed to Dr Anthony Papathomas, Reader in Mental Health in Sport, via email to [email protected]

For more information refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.

Application Process

For further support with your application, please refer to our application guidance, which includes some top tips to help you when completing your application.

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process.  If there are additional adjustments, you’d like to request please contact Dr Anthony Papathomas using the email above.  We also offer reasonable adjustments on the job.

Our Benefits

At Loughborough, our benefits are designed to support your life inside and outside of work, helping you to thrive and feel valued as part of our community.  Examples of our benefits include:

Time off - generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, with the option to buy extra through our holiday purchase scheme.

Where you work - access to a range of fantastic facilities with plenty of green space across our 523-acre East Midlands campus, plus an exciting community at our London campus on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

Financial Wellbeing - competitive pay, two excellent pension schemes, and everyday savings opportunities.

Support for you and those close to you - through our range of life event leave policies as well as access to an on-site nursery at our East Midlands campus, flexible and hybrid working options.

Health and Wellbeing - discounted gym memberships and access to world-class sporting facilities, including physiotherapy, plus healthcare offers such as eyesight testing and wellbeing support.

Travel and sustainability - access to our electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes, as well as a variety of travel offers to support sustainable commuting.

Discover more about the full range of rewards and benefits at Loughborough University.

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Lecturer in Sport and/or Exercise Psychology

Job description

School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences

Full Time, Open-ended

Join us and be part of a vibrant community at Loughborough University.

Here’s more about the role and what we’re looking for:

 The School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences at Loughborough University is seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Sport and/or Exercise Psychology. You will contribute to research, innovation, and teaching, supporting the University’s strong international reputation for excellence in sport-related research and practice.  

About You

• You will hold a PhD in a relevant field and demonstrate a growing profile of research and academic publication, alongside experience in teaching, and/or applied practice.
• You will be passionate about delivering a world class student experience and contribute sport and/or exercise psychology teaching on our BPS accredited BSc and MSc programmes.
• You will be motivated to develop your own independent research and innovation activities that align with the School’s research themes (Research and Innovation | School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences | Loughborough University (lboro.ac.uk))

About the University

Universities are one of this country’s greatest assets. We’re educators, employers, innovators and pioneers. We shape culture and society.

At Loughborough, we strive for better, think differently, challenge convention and take action. We are passionate about finding solutions to the major problems faced by society and the planet, and we create opportunities for those with the drive, the ambition, and the determination to apply themselves in the pursuit of better.

About the Department

The School of Sport Exercise and Health Sciences (SSEHS) is a multi-disciplinary school committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community. It upholds the highest standards of excellence in research, innovation, and pedagogy across the full spectrum of disciplines within sport, exercise, health and wellbeing.

Why should you Apply?

With huge amount of variety in the role, there is an opportunity for you to develop and continually grow.

If this sounds like the right place, team and role for you please do get in touch. We’d love to hear from you.

Informal enquiries should be directed to Dr Anthony Papathomas, Reader in Mental Health in Sport, via email to [email protected]

For more information refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.

Application Process

For further support with your application, please refer to our application guidance, which includes some top tips to help you when completing your application.

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process.  If there are additional adjustments, you’d like to request please contact Dr Anthony Papathomas using the email above.  We also offer reasonable adjustments on the job.

Our Benefits

At Loughborough, our benefits are designed to support your life inside and outside of work, helping you to thrive and feel valued as part of our community.  Examples of our benefits include:

Time off - generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, with the option to buy extra through our holiday purchase scheme.

Where you work - access to a range of fantastic facilities with plenty of green space across our 523-acre East Midlands campus, plus an exciting community at our London campus on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

Financial Wellbeing - competitive pay, two excellent pension schemes, and everyday savings opportunities.

Support for you and those close to you - through our range of life event leave policies as well as access to an on-site nursery at our East Midlands campus, flexible and hybrid working options.

Health and Wellbeing - discounted gym memberships and access to world-class sporting facilities, including physiotherapy, plus healthcare offers such as eyesight testing and wellbeing support.

Travel and sustainability - access to our electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes, as well as a variety of travel offers to support sustainable commuting.

Discover more about the full range of rewards and benefits at Loughborough University.

Apply online Send to a friend