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About The Team
Join our dynamic School of Psychology team! We offer innovative undergraduate and postgraduate programs across Perth, Singapore and Dubai. Our research spans biological psychology, cognition, developmental psychology, social psychology and mental health, supported by our purpose-built Mind Body lab.
Our Clinical program focuses on attachment, chronic pain, mindfulness and mental health in diverse and disadvantaged groups. Be part of a team dedicated to advancing psychology through education and groundbreaking research
Your New Role
We are seeking a dedicated Lecturer in Psychology with a strong commitment and ability to secure research funding to join our team. The successful candidate will engage in activities that enhance scholarly research and professional expertise within their field.
This role significantly contributes to the school’s teaching efforts through the preparation and delivery of lectures and tutorials, unit coordination and the supervision of research students (including 4th year, postgraduate coursework, and higher degree by research). Academic staff at this level will also participate in a wide range of administrative and service functions within the school, across the University, and in professional activities within the discipline of psychology.
Please refer to the Position Description for further details.
What We Offer You
This Continuous | Full Time (37.5 hours per week) based at our South Street, Murdoch Campus attracts a remuneration of $108,849K – $128,939K (pro rata) plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.
You’ll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Bronze- tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.
As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:
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Periodic salary increases between 1 July 2025 to 1 July 2026 totalling an 6% increase!
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Flexible work arrangements
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Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
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Indigenous Language Allowance
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Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
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Employee Assistance Program
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On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic
For further information, check out our benefits and services page!
Join us
Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -
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A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
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Your most recent resume (CV)
Selection Criteria:
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A PhD in psychology or related area.
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Experience in teaching at the undergraduate level.
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Success in producing high quality independent research outputs that have international impact and influence.
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Experience in successfully supervising Honours, Masters of Coursework, HDR or postgraduate students.
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A passion for teaching and commitment to engage with contemporary approaches to curriculum and pedagogy including related technologies.
Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.
Visa sponsorship and relocation may be available for the right candidate.
Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.
Contact Us
For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out toCharles Young, Acting Dean of Psychology, Charles.Young@murdoch.edu.au and quote JR103769 as the reference.
Applications Close on 22 May 2025 (11:59pm AWST)
The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.
Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.
Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.