• Part-time (.7 and .8 available)
• Continuing
• Teaching focused position
• Position based at the La Trobe Melbourne (Bundoora) Campus
• Salary Level B starting from $114,855 plus 17% superannuation (pro-rata)

About the position

This position is responsible for developing curriculum, coordinating subjects, delivering lectures and tutorials, assessing student performance, supporting student learning and undertaking associated administrative responsibilities. Working collaboratively with academic colleagues, the Lecturer will contribute to an outstanding student experience for students undertaking postgraduate psychology programs, with a particular focus on clinical neuropsychology.

The position will also undertake scholarly activities to support the ongoing development of learning and teaching within the discipline. Responsibilities may include sourcing and supporting student placements, as well as supervising students undertaking professional training and research.

Expertise in adult and older adult clinical neuropsychology and neurological conditions, neuroanatomy, and brain injury would be highly regarded. 

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 clinical neuropsychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) 
• 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.

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position. 

 Benefits:

• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• On site childcare 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 on Sunday, the 15th of November 2026

Position Enquiries: Karli Treyvaud, HOD, Psychology, Counselling & Therapy

Email: K.Treyvaud@latrobe.edu.au  

Recruitment Enquiries: Madeleine Parker, Talent Acquisition consultant

m.parker@latrobe.edu.au

Position descriptions:

 .7 FTE:  PD-Lecturer, Level B_TF, PG Neuropsych .7 FTE.docx 

.8 FTE:  PD-Lecturer, Level B_TF, PG Neuropsych .8 FTE.docx

Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.  

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents: 

• An up-to-date resume and;
• A separate document addressing each bullet point under the Essential Criteria ‘Skills and knowledge required for the position’, which is located in the position description.

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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

La Trobe University is committed to upholding the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence (GBV Code). This aligns with our mission to create safe and respectful communities. Candidates will be asked during the recruitment process to declare whether they have ever been investigated for, or found to have engaged in, gender-based violence in previous employment and/or in legal proceedings and provide relevant information to assist in determining suitability. Gender-based violence means any form of physical or non-physical violence, harassment, abuse or threats based on gender, that results in, or is likely to result in harm, coercion, control, fear or deprivation liberty or autonomy.