Lecturer, Postgraduate Psychology (TF)

La Trobe University; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 103,000 - 126,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

17% employer contributed superannution

On site childcare facilities

Flexible work arrangements

Discounts for staff and family to LaTt

Job summary

La Trobe University in Melbourne is seeking a Lecturer to develop curriculum, coordinate subjects and deliver lectures for postgraduate psychology programs with a clinical neuropsychology focus. The role is part-time (.7 or .8 FTE) and is based at the La Trobe Melbourne (Bundoora) Campus.

You will assess student performance and contribute to admin duties while pursuing scholarly activities to support teaching and program development.

Qualifications

• PhD or Masters degree or equivalent accreditation and standing recognised by the University/profession as appropriate.
• Full registration as a psychologist with AHPRA; PsyBA supervising eligibility; PsyBA endorsement in clinical neuropsychology.
• Evidence of effective teaching and curriculum development in multiple modes and scholarly output.

Responsibilities

• Develop curriculum, coordinate subjects, and deliver lectures and tutorials.
• Assess student performance and support student learning; undertake admin duties.
• Engage in scholarly activities to support teaching and program improvement; supervise placements.

Skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Student feedback excellence

Scholarly activity

Education

PhD or Masters degree

AHPRA registration

PsyBA supervising eligibility

PsyBA clinical neuropsychologist endorsement

Job description

• Part-time (.7 and .8 available)
• Continuing
• Teaching focused position
• Position based at the La Trobe Melbourne (Bundoora) Campus
• Salary Level B starting from $114,855 plus 17% superannuation (pro-rata)

About the position

This position is responsible for developing curriculum, coordinating subjects, delivering lectures and tutorials, assessing student performance, supporting student learning and undertaking associated administrative responsibilities. Working collaboratively with academic colleagues, the Lecturer will contribute to an outstanding student experience for students undertaking postgraduate psychology programs, with a particular focus on clinical neuropsychology.

The position will also undertake scholarly activities to support the ongoing development of learning and teaching within the discipline. Responsibilities may include sourcing and supporting student placements, as well as supervising students undertaking professional training and research.

Expertise in adult and older adult clinical neuropsychology and neurological conditions, neuroanatomy, and brain injury would be highly regarded.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have:

• PhD or Masters degree or equivalent accreditation and standing recognised by the University/profession as appropriate for the relevant discipline area.
• Professional qualification and experience, including:
• Full registration as a psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA);
• Approved or eligibility for approval as a supervising psychologist at the higher degree program level by the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA)
• Endorsement as a clinical neuropsychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA)
• Demonstrated ability to be effective in teaching and curriculum development in face-to-face, blended and/or online modes, as evidenced by, for example, high results on student feedback on teaching surveys relative to their peers, or through other forms of evidence.
• Demonstrated ability to engage with and produce outputs related to the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning or program improvement more generally.

Benefits

• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• On sitechildcarefacilities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement

Why La Trobe:

• Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you’ll collaborate with community and industry to create impact.
• Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses - the perfect hub for industry, students and academics
• Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in the future

La Trobe University is committed to upholding the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence (GBV Code). This aligns with our mission to create safe and respectful communities.Candidates will be asked during the recruitment process to declare whether they have ever been investigated for, or found to have engaged in, gender-based violence in previous employment and/or in legal proceedings and provide relevant information to assist in determining suitability. Gender-based violence means any form of physical or non-physical violence, harassment, abuse or threats based on gender, that results in, or is likely to result in harm, coercion, control, fear or deprivation liberty or autonomy.

PositionEnquiries: Karli Treyvaud, HOD, Psychology, Counselling & Therapy

Recruitment Enquiries: Madeleine Parker, Talent Acquisition consultant

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Position descriptions:

.7 FTE: PD-Lecturer, Level B_TF, PG Neuropsych .7 FTE.docx

.8 FTE: PD-Lecturer, Level B_TF, PG Neuropsych .8 FTE.docx

Closing date: By 11:55pm on Sunday, the 15th of November 2026

Only candidates with FullWorkingRights in Australia may apply for this position.