Senior Lecturer / Lecturer in Psychology

at; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious Australian university in Adelaide is looking for a Senior Lecturer or Lecturer in Psychology to develop and teach psychology courses. The candidate should have a PhD in Psychology, a strong research background, and a passion for student-centered teaching. This role also involves mentoring students and engaging in high-quality research aligned with the college’s strategic focus.

Benefits

17% Superannuation

Salary packaging options

Professional development activities

Qualifications

• Completion of a PhD in Psychology.
• Evidence of quality tertiary teaching.
• A strong research track record including publications and grants.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and delivery of psychology programs.
• Conduct and publish high-quality research.
• Supervise Honours and Higher Degree Research students.

Skills

Strong research track record

Quality tertiary teaching

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

PhD in Psychology

Job description

Senior Lecturer / Lecturer in Psychology

About the Role

Flinders University is seeking an outstanding and passionate academic to join our team as a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Psychology (Teaching and Research). This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the University’s growing reputation for excellence in teaching and research with a particular focus on advancing the College’s research strength area of Mind, Body and Cognition.

In this position, you will also:

• Lead the planning, delivery, and coordination of psychology programs and curriculum.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in teaching and student engagement.
• Conduct and publish high-quality research aligned with Mind, Body and Cognition strengths.
• Supervise and mentor Honours and Higher Degree by Research students.
• Collaborate with colleagues, industry, and community partners to enhance impact.
• Contribute to academic leadership, governance, and a positive, inclusive College culture.

This position is open to international candidates, with relocation and visa support available.

About You

You are an emerging or established academic with a strong track record of research and a passion for inspiring, student-centred teaching. You bring a collaborative mindset, and are committed to innovation, academic excellence, and contributing to a thriving research and learning community.

Candidates will be considered for appointment at Level B (Lecturer) or Level C (Senior Lecturer) depending on experience. You will also demonstrate:

• Completion of a PhD in Psychology.
• Evidence of quality tertiary teaching, including topic coordination and curriculum design across multiple modalities.
• A strong research track record relative to career stage, including publications, grants, and supervision of Honours and Higher Degree by Research students.
• Commitment to leadership and service that strengthens Psychology and enhances research, teaching, and community impact.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with students, colleagues, and industry partners.

About the College of Education, Psychology and Social Work

Through our world‑class teaching and research, we equip students with the skill, commitment, and vision to protect vulnerable communities and advance human development. The College is dedicated to cultivating bright minds and inspiring innovative, passionate, and highly skilled graduates for future‑ready careers, and delivering connections for life.

Life at Flinders

We’re transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and among the top 1% in the world.

Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don’t just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them.

• 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options
• Ninety per cent of Flinders research has been ranked at ‘world standard or above’ by Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA).
• Wide range of professional development activities, funds and services, such as Flinders University’s Researcher Development and Leadership Programs.
• We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff.

Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment

Flinders University is proud to be an organization that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies.

• A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will be required by Flinders University before the successful applicant can commence in this position. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role.
• It is a requirement of this position that the incumbent maintain a current Working With Children Check which is satisfactory to the University in accordance with the Child Safety (Prohibited Persons) Act 2016 (SA).
• As well as a CV, you are required to submit a Suitability Statement of no more than 3 pages, addressing the Key Position Capabilities of the relevant position you are applying for:
  • View Level B Position Description
  • View Level C Position Description
• For more information regarding this position, please contact Lydia Woodyatt.

Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm (ACDT) on Monday, 1 December 2025.

Please note, late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted.

At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.