Position Number: 50000768 /
Department: School of Health
Grade: GR11
Campus: Loyola (NDG)
Salary: $79,795.28 - $95,311.35 per annum
Union/Association/HR Policy: CUPEU
Posting deadline: August 12, 2026
Applicants are strongly encouraged to include a cover letter expressing their interest and how their profile aligns with the role
Recognized as one of Montreal’s top Employers, Concordia University is the place to be if you are looking to grow, contribute and innovate in a dynamic and multicultural environment.
Be part of a community that addresses society’s big challenges, supports your personal and professional growth, and makes a real impact in building a more sustainable world.
As a member of our community, you will have access to comprehensive benefits, a defined pension plan and numerous on site well-being facilities such as a state of the art gym and health clinic as well as a variety of educational and cultural opportunities.
NOTE: This posting represents a full-time leave replacement until September 7, 2027. The work schedule is from 6:30am – 2:30pm, from Monday to Friday.
SCOPE
Reporting to the Manager, PERFORM Gym, the incumbent is accountable for adhering to the professional standards of the Fédération des kinésiologues du Québec (FKQ) and for the coordination and delivery of research, hands-on training, and community activities within the PERFORM gym.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Coordinate and deliver research, community, and training activities taking place within the PERFORM gym.
• Supervise, coordinate, schedule, and report on the activities of the internship students from the Kinesiology & Clinical Exercise Physiology (KCEP) program. Provide reinforcement, support, and guidance to the interns conducting fitness assessments and overseeing exercise programs for clients within the PERFORM gym.
• Verify and review the information that is gathered on medical history and current conditions in order to ‘risk stratify’ clients and participants to develop customized fitness assessments and exercise training programs. Perform cardiopulmonary exercise tests (CPETs) on clients and research participants from diverse populations and record, analyze, and report the results for interpretation and/or for the development of exercise programs.
• Ensure the valid use and operation of all equipment within the PERFORM gym in compliance with external regulatory requirements, University Health and Safety policies, and School SOPs.
• Document and report on maintenance needs of equipment and inventory within the PERFORM gym.
• Conduct PERFORM gym orientation for all users, including clients, research participants, internship students, researchers, visitors and casual staff.
• Ensure safety of all users (clients, research participants, students, researchers, visitors, and staff) while in the PERFORM gym.
• Deliver approved research protocols and community programs.
• Assist in the development and implementation of School SOP’s for the PERFORM gym.
• Perform other duties in support of the unit.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to Kinesiology, Clinical Exercise Physiology, or a related field and two to four years of experience in exercise testing, fitness appraisals, and exercise program development and delivery.
• Certified member of the Fédération des kinésiologues du Québec (FKQ).
• Certified, or in the process of becoming, Clinical Exercise Physiologist with the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP-CEP).
• Strong background knowledge and practical skills in clinical exercise physiology.
• Experience in community and specialized exercise programs.
• Experience with state-of-the-art modalities, software and equipment in a Conditioning Floor environment; including equipment used for cardiorespiratory fitness assessment (metabolic cart, ECG, blood pressure monitoring, etc.).
• Basic knowledge of Word and Excel.
• Good knowledge (Level 4) of spoken and written English and French in order to communicate effectively with internal and external clients.
• Strong personal initiative, leadership skills and team work capabilities.
• Experience in matters of scheduling.
• Strong planning, organizing, decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Aptitude to work in a service-oriented environment.
• Previous experience in supervising internship students is an asset.
• Experience in a University research environment is an asset.
Due to the volume of applications, only selected candidates will be contacted by our Talent Team.
Concordia University is an English-language institution of higher learning at which the primary language of instruction and research is English. Since this position supports academic and administrative functions of the university, proficiency in English and French, as indicated, is required.
IMPORTANT: The language and computer skills of short-listed candidates will be tested.
Territorial Acknowledgement
Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien’kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohtià:ke/Montreal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.
Employment Equity
Concordia University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, members of sexual minorities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversification; candidates are invited to self-identify in their applications. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a diversity survey. This information is voluntary and any information collected for this purpose is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources employees. Results will be aggregated and used to help Concordia achieve its goal to see all members of our community not only reflected, but welcomed, included and supported in their efforts to contribute to all areas of university life.
Accessibility
Concordia desires to increase diversity among its community members and we strive to make our recruitment processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants. If you are contacted for an interview and anticipate needing accommodations during the process, please contact, in confidence, [email protected]
Immigration Status
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian and Permanent Residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens.
