ACAP Sessional Lecturer, Psychology at Navitas

At ACAP we change lives. We equip our students with a deep understanding of human behaviour, the skills to make a positive difference and the resilience to enjoy long, healthy careers.

ACAP University College, part of the leading global education provider Navitas, is Australia's leading independent tertiary education provider, delivering accredited courses in psychology, social work, counselling, coaching, criminology, law, and business management and leadership (MBA).

We are seeking dedicated sessional lecturers in psychology in Melbourne and Sydney who are passionate about their field and teaching the next generation of psychologists. 

Sessional Lecturers teach and supervise undergraduate, honours, and postgraduate psychology courses, depending on qualifications and experience. Sessional Lecturers may also contribute to the leadership and administration of psychology units and courses. 

Responsibilities include: 

• Teaching psychology units delivered on campus, online, blended, or a combination of these modes, and marking assessments connected to these units 
• Involvement in the development and review of teaching materials for the psychology programmes 
• Supervising honours and/or postgraduate research projects 
• Conducting scholarly and/or disciplinary research 
• Responding to student enquiries in person, via email, or via our LMS 
• Participate in formal professional development activities to improve your teaching practice.

ACAP offers personalised and specialised education experiences, with intimate classes and tailored programs specifically designed to support genuine development and transformation through individualised teaching and learning. 

Location is flexible. The successful applicant could be based at one of our campuses: Sydney, Brisbane Melbourne or Adelaide. 

It is essential for the ideal candidate to meet the following selection criteria: 

• Postgraduate qualifications in Clinical Psychology or Clinical Neuropsychology
• Registration as a psychologist with AHPRA, with Clinical Psychology or Clinical Neuropsychology as your area of practice endorsement 
• AHPRA board-approved clinical supervisor 
• Experience with a range of psychological tests relevant to your specialisation 
• Scholarly expertise and/or industry expertise relevant to teaching and training in Clinical Psychology 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work and build relationships with all levels of staff at the campus 

Desirable criteria:

• Experience with course coordination  
• Experience supervising psychology student research projects and/or provisional psychologists 
• Professional Psychology qualifications and experience  
• Research/Professional practice expertise in the area of culture and diversity  
   

ACAP is a welcoming, supportive, collegial, and collaborative working environment. We support fractional appointments, allowing staff to maintain their connection to clinical practice, or flexibility for those with family or other carer responsibilities. 

At ACAP our employee perks and benefits include: 

• Unlimited global career opportunities across the Navitas portfolio
• Flexible working arrangements
• Salary packaging and novated leasing
• 2 paid volunteer days per year for your passionate causes
• Up to 50% scholarships are available to staff enrolled in ACAP courses
• Health & well-being packages including free counselling and well-being specialist support for employees and family members
• Discounted gym memberships, private health insurance, movie tickets, travel, hotels, insurance and selected retailers
• Access to LinkedIn Learning and professional development opportunities
   

Diversity Equity and Inclusion: 
ACAP, as part of Navitas, promotes and embraces an inclusive and diverse workforce. We encourage applications from candidates with disabilities, of all ages and genders, First Nations and Indigenous peoples, and people of diverse community groups. We believe equality, flexibility and diversity deliver a rich and collaborative environment. We strive to ensure that all our staff – no matter where they are from or who they are – feel safe, supported, and are given opportunities to thrive. 

Join us in making the world a better place!
 

To Apply:

• Submit your CV (if including a cover letter please note you can upload this on the 2nd page of the application process)
• Please note applicants are assessed upon receipt so you are encouraged to apply now.

About Navitas 
Navitas is a leading global education provider that has helped generations of learners transform their lives through education. The Navitas portfolio employs over 5000 staff and supports over 60,000 students and encompasses a broad selection of partners, locations, and opportunities, including university pathway programs, English language qualifications, employment training, creative media training, and more.