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Lecturer, Clinical Psychology at Victoria University BU

Victoria University BU · Footscray, Australia · Onsite

A$109,392.00  -  A$129,902.00

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  • Deliver high quality teaching to our psychology students
  • Contribute to psychology curriculum
  • The position is located at our Footscray Park Campus

About Us:

At Victoria University, our aim is to be a global leader in dual-sector learning and research by 2028. Join us on the journey and help us achieve our strategic drives embedded in our Strategic Plan 2022-2028: Start well, finish brilliantly. One of the drivers “Thriving place to Study and Work” will enable us to continue to create places that our students and staff love to belong and feel immense pride.

About the Role:

The role of Lecturer in Psychology will comprise of teaching, unit convening and curriculum development in the Psychology Discipline. The development and implementation of innovative teaching methods which align with contemporary practice will also be features of this role.

This is a part-time fixed-term contract (maternity leave backfill 5 December 2025 - 19 Feb 2027) position at an Academic B, $109,392 - $129,902 classification working 29.4 hours per week plus 17% Employer Superannuation Contribution.

The role commences in December 2026.

About You:

You will be expected to hold a masters postgraduate qualification in Clinical, Health or Community Psychology, be a registered psychologist with endorsement, and have recent experience in the public sector. You will have experience teaching and developing curriculum at the tertiary level. You will be passionate about training mental health professionals and developing the evidence base for psychology through research.

What We Offer:

For information on our employee benefits, flexible working, discounts in private health insurance and gym memberships and salary packaging please visit https://www.vu.edu.au/staff/benefits-services-for-staff.  

How to Apply:

To view a copy of the position description, please click here: Position Description - Lecturer in Psychology

Applications must be submitted as a single document comprising:

  • A cover letter
  • Your curriculum vitae/resume, and
  • Your responses to the selection criteria listed in the position description.
     

Note: Applications which do not address the selection criteria will NOT be considered.
 

Applications close on 14th of October 2025 at 11:59pm (AEST).

Who Do You Contact?

For further information relating to the position, please contact Jenny Sharples, Head of Program Clinical Services by email at [email protected].
 

Why Join Us:

VU provides competitive salaries, excellent superannuation, and a variety of benefits. The university fosters an environment where staff can excel, achieve their goals, and develop their careers. With a focus on diversity, inclusion, and family-friendly policies, VU supports both professional and personal well-being. For more information, please visit our Jobs at VU Webpage

Our Commitment to Protecting Country: 

Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives. We will ensure that we respect our Indigenous voices and commit to sustainable Protecting Country. We will take leadership responsibility, in all that we do, to improve the health and wellbeing of our local and global communities, and the planet that we share. 

Our Commitment to Progressive Inclusivity

VU is an equal opportunity employer and proudly committed to progressive inclusivity. We welcome and celebrate diversity in all its forms including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and racially marginalised communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people of all ages and socio-economic backgrounds. We strive to reflect the communities we serve and foster an inclusive, respectful, and supportive environment where everyone feels they belong. We are proud be an WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

Our Committed to Inclusive Recruitment

VU is committed to providing a positive and barrier-free recruitment experience. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, including accessible formats of documents, please contact us at [email protected] or call (03) 9919 5999.

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