- Part Time (0.60 FTE), fixed-term opportunity (until 20 July 2026)
- Can be based at La Trobe University’s Melbourne (Bundoora), Bendigo, or Albury Wodonga campuses
- Level B Teaching Focused
- Work with inspiring people who are driven to make a difference
About the position
A Level B, Lecturer with a teaching focused appointment is expected to develop curriculum, coordinate and teach subjects which provide a high-quality learning experience that engages students, including providing constructive, fair, and timely feedback on learning. This position may also include supervision and mentoring students engaged in clinical or professional work.
You will be required to develop a scholarly approach to learning and teaching by contributing to La Trobe’s Scholarship of Teaching and Learning, including sharing of good practice. This includes attending to effective and efficient performance of allocated administrative functions primarily connected with the position.
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 specialist in neuropsychology with the Psychology Board of Australia (PBA) is not required but would be an advantage
- 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.
- Demonstrated high level oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively and productively with people from a diverse range of backgrounds.
- Demonstrated ability to work as a team member in a collaborative and collegial manner.
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Benefits:
- 17% employer contributed superannuation
- On site child care facilities
- Flexible work arrangements
- Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses
How to apply
Closing date: By 11:55pm, Wednesday 1 October 2025
Position Enquiries: Kirstie McKenzie-McHarg, Associate Professor, Psychology, Counselling & Therapy
Email: K.McKenzie-McHarg@latrobe.edu.au
Recruitment Enquiries: Recruitment team
Email: recruitment@latrobe.edu.au
Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
PD-Lecturer, Postgraduate Psychology.pdf
Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:
- Cover letter;
- An up to date resume; and
- A separate document addressing responses to the essential criteria located within the PD
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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
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