Lecturer/Senior Lecturer (Psychology)

Salary Package: Lecturer (Level B) from $127,138 to $150,425 per annum or Senior Lecturer (Level C) from $155,236 to $178,523 plus 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading

Appointment Type: Continuing, Full-time

Location: Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde

Exciting opportunity for a Teaching and Leadership academic to contribute to innovative and impactful teaching and leadership in Psychology at Macquarie University, with particular contributions to Clinical Neuropsychology and Applied Psychology training.

The School of Psychological Sciences, within the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences (FMHHS) is seeking a suitably qualified academic to be actively involved in the development, curriculum design, teaching and delivery of units as well as supervision in the accredited Master of Clinical Neuropsychology postgraduate psychology course, the Master of Professional Psychology and the Undergraduate Psychology Courses within the School.

Joining our School at an exciting time of curriculum growth and renewal, you will play a meaningful part in developing new units and enriching the student experience across one of the largest and most highly regarded psychology courses in the country.

If you are passionate about teaching and supervising in applied psychology and neuropsychology, helping students build the skills that shape professional practice, we would be glad to hear from you.

The successful applicant will be expected to be available on a full-time basis by January 2027.

About the Role

As a Lecturer (Level B) or Senior Lecturer (Level C) you will be involved in unit development and/or re-design, delivery of teaching across our accredited Psychology courses, as well as supervising students in the Master of Clinical Neuropsychology and the Master of Professional Psychology. Your responsibilities will include:

• Contributing to unit development and teaching within accredited undergraduate and postgraduate Psychology courses including the Master of Neuropsychology.
• Delivering and managing teaching content, lectures, tutorials and assessments across face-to-face and/or online modalities.
• Teaching in applied psychology areas, including clinical neuropsychology, psychological assessment, neuropsychological rehabilitation, counselling and/or therapeutic skills, and developmental psychology.
• Helping to create an engaging and inclusive learning experience for undergraduate and postgraduate cohorts.

About Us

The School of Psychological Sciences is ranked among the top 75 Psychology Departments in the world and is at the forefront of research, teaching and community engagement. We offer accredited undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Psychology, with the largest suite of postgraduate programs in New South Wales.

The school sits within the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences (FMHHS), whose education suite includes clinical science, physiotherapy, medicine, exercise and sports science, public health, psychology, cognitive sciences, linguistics, audiology and speech pathology. The faculty forms part of MQ Health, an integrated academic health sciences enterprise incorporating Macquarie University Hospital and primary and speciality clinics.

We foster a values-based culture of innovation and creativity to achieve excellence in teaching and to enhance the research performance of the University. We invest in developing the careers and wellbeing of our students and staff, and we live our values of Caring, Integrity, Teamwork, Ambition, Innovation and Engagement.

About You

You will have a tertiary and professional qualifications in neuropsychology, and the capacity to design, deliver units and programs at both the undergraduate and the postgraduate levels. You will also have experience with, or a willingness to embrace, educational technology, blended learning and educational innovation.

Essential Criteria for Level B (Lecturer) and Level C (Senior Lecturer)

• A PhD or equivalent tertiary qualifications in Psychology.
• Current registration as a Psychologist (Practicing status) with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Current endorsement as a Clinical Neuropsychologist with AHPRA (and with minimum 18 months with full endorsement status).
• Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality learning and teaching, including the design, delivery, and management of online and face-to-face content, lectures, tutorials, and assessments, with evidence of excellent student outcomes and reflective practice.
• Demonstrated experience in and/or with the teaching of major methods of evidence-based psychological and neuropsychological assessment, such as the Wechsler tests, personality inventories, and measures of general psychological distress and functioning across the lifespan.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching evidence-based therapeutic approaches and counselling skills across the lifespan.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to relate to build an inclusive teaching and learning environment, and work effectively in a team environment.
• Evidence of successful delivery to diverse student cohorts and creating a superior student experience characterised by strong engagement at the postgraduate and undergraduate levels.
• Evidence of quality coursework research supervision (e.g., Honours).

Essential for Level C (Senior Lecturer)

• Demonstrated leadership experience in the delivery of units and programs, working collaboratively with other academics and colleagues, and remaining up to date with developments in the field including evidence-based assessment and therapeutic practices.
• Outstanding and sustained learning and teaching experience with demonstrated experience of involvement in course/curriculum development.
• Ability to proactively engage or partner with industry and professional bodies on relevant projects and to represent the School to external stakeholders and the general public.
• Demonstrated experience to make a contribution to the academic life and administrative tasks of the School and Faculty along with a track record of effective teamwork.

How to Apply

To be considered, please apply online with your CV and a separate cover letter (3-page maximum) outlining how you meet each of the selection criteria (above).

Please note that applications for this position are only being accepted from Australian citizens, permanent residents, and those currently residing in Australia with full working rights.

Applications Close: Tuesday 3rd November at 11.59 PM AEST.

Enquiries: For enquiries, or a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Professor Maria Kangas, Head of School of Psychological Sciences at maria.kangas@mq.edu.au.

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• 17% Superannuation
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• Onsite vacation care during school holidays
• Discounted health insurance
• Subsidised membership at our Sport & Aquatic Centre
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program for free and confidential support
• Convenient onsite GP, imaging, and physiotherapy clinics

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Macquarie University cultivates a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity. Prior to completion of an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.

Your employment is conditional upon the completion and maintenance of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University.

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Applications Close:

03/11/2026 11:59 PM

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