Psychology Education Leader — Curriculum & Research

CQUniversity; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 197,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

5.4 weeks annual leave

26 weeks paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport

Job summary

CQUniversity seeks an Associate Professor (Level D) or Professor (Level E) to lead postgraduate psychology programs, shaping curriculum and teaching excellence while fostering innovation in online and blended pedagogy. You will contribute to accreditation, research supervision and strategic planning, with scope for national and international collaborations.

The role offers flexible location options (hybrid or work-from-home) and leadership across Master of Clinical Psychology programs, aligned

Qualifications

• Doctoral qualification (PhD or equivalent) in psychology, plus a Masters‑level qualification meeting registration requirements OR a professional doctorate combining these elements.
• General registration with Ahpra as a Psychologist.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor colleagues and foster a culture of excellence; at Level E, proven capability to lead multidisciplinary teams and contribute to strategic planning.
• Strong (Level D) or distinguished (Level E) record of teaching excellence, with leadership in innovative online and blended pedagogy.
• Growing (Level D) or established (Level E) research profile, with evidence of research impact, high-quality publications, competitive funding, and supervision of honours and postgraduate students.
• Demonstrated experience in professional and community engagement, with evidence of scholarly and professional impact; at Level E, recognised disciplinary authority with significant influence across the profession and academia.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum design, accreditation compliance and teaching excellence across postgraduate psychology programs.
• Engage in research and research higher degree supervision; contribute to strategic initiatives.
• Provide academic leadership across teaching, research translation, clinical training and professional practice.
• Lead curriculum development, evaluate and enhance program quality, and ensure alignment with accreditation standards.

Skills

Mentorship

Leadership

Teaching excellence

Online blended pedagogy

Research impact

Education

PhD in psychology

Masters-level qualification meeting registration OR professional doctorate

Job description

CQUniversity seeks an Associate Professor (Level D) or Professor (Level E) to lead postgraduate psychology programs, shaping curriculum and teaching excellence while fostering innovation in online and blended pedagogy. You will contribute to accreditation, research supervision and strategic planning, with scope for national and international collaborations.

The role offers flexible location options (hybrid or work-from-home) and leadership across Master of Clinical Psychology programs, aligned