Overview
This role will be based on the university campus. We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements.
Interviews are expected to take place during week commencing 12 January 2026.
Are you an experienced and influential academic with the proven ability to carry out teaching and research in Motor Control and related topics? Do you have an excellent research track record, proven success obtaining funding and the vision and drive to tackle new challenges? Are you passionate about delivering world leading research and an exceptional student experience?
As Associate Professor, you will carry out research, teaching and management within the School, Faculty and University and contribute to academic leadership in the field of Biomedical Sciences with specific emphasis on Motor Control.
We are seeking an exceptional Associate Professor to join the School of Biomedical Sciences (SBMS) at the University of Leeds. As a senior academic you will provide academic leadership in research and teaching, helping to shape the future of our research portfolio and inspiring the next generation of scientists.
You will become part of a vibrant, supportive, and highly collaborative Cardiovascular and Exercise Sciences research pillar comprising research expertise in motor control, biomechanics, exercise physiology, computational modelling and exercise and health psychology. The Motor Control group has a renowned international reputation for its research in neural control of movement, motor learning, plasticity and rehabilitation, and sensorimotor integration across the life course. Research spans fundamental science through to translational application, investigating the behavioural and neural mechanisms of motor function in healthy ageing and various clinical conditions, in addition to developing innovative approaches to enhance recovery and rehabilitation.
We welcome applications from candidates whose research complements and extends our current portfolio. You will bring an outstanding record of internationally excellent publications, success in securing competitive research funding, and evidence of delivering impact. You will also contribute to teaching innovation, supervise and develop postgraduate researchers, and provide mentorship to colleagues.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of the school, influence global scientific leaders, and deliver research with international reach and impact.
Please note that this post may be suitable for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. For more information, please visit the Government’s Skilled Worker visa page.
For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. For more information, please visit the Government’s Global Talent visa page.
What we offer in return
* 26 days holiday plus approx. 16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
* Generous pension scheme plus life assurance – The University contributes 14.5% of salary.
* Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
* Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
* Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.
And much more!
To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:
Interim Head of the School of Biomedical Sciences
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