At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and innovate in teaching counselling programs to enhance student learning.
- Company: Join Deakin University, a dynamic institution making a global impact.
- Benefits: Enjoy a diverse work environment with career growth and development opportunities.
- Other info: Inclusive culture that values diversity and supports all applicants.
- Why this job: Shape the future of counselling education and inspire the next generation of professionals.
- Qualifications: Ph.D. or relevant qualifications in Counselling with a passion for teaching.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
- Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Counselling, Education-focused
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Deakin University as a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Counselling, Education-focused. This role is situated within the School of Psychology and will commence in early 2025.
About the roles
- Lecturer in Counselling, Education-focused
- leads unit teaching teams in PACFA and ACA accredited postgraduate counselling programs to improve student learning outcomes and spearheads high‑quality scholarship.
- Senior Lecturer in Counselling, Education-focused
- provides leadership at both unit and course levels, oversees curriculum design, assessment and teaching quality across entire programmes, mentors colleagues and drives pedagogical research.
Responsibilities
Lecturer in Counselling, Education-focused
- Lead unit teaching teams and collaborate with other units to develop effective curricula and learning resources.
- Review units and courses, implementing refinements.
- Integrate industry, clinical and research practice into student learning experiences and success.
- Adopt innovative curriculum design at the unit level, delivering learner‑centric, research‑informed teaching across different delivery modes.
- Provide academic support to students and guide them to appropriate support services.
Senior Lecturer in Counselling, Education-focused
- Lead unit and course teaching teams, collaborating across the faculty to develop curricula and learning materials.
- Lead review of units and courses and implement refinements.
- Develop and adopt innovations in curriculum design across courses, delivering learner‑centric, research‑informed practices.
- Design collaborative learning opportunities and support diverse learners through accessible and inclusive materials.
- Provide academic support to students and collaborate to improve support services to optimise outcomes.
Qualifications and experience
- Ph. D. in a relevant discipline and/or other relevant qualifications (e. g., Master’s in Counselling) and experience.
- Excellent record of scholarly learning and teaching in undergraduate and/or postgraduate programmes, with innovative curriculum design.
- Demonstrated passion for teaching and learning.
- Ability to deliver effective teaching practices to improve student success and engagement.
- Capacity to contribute to research communities and leadership of research and administration.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to establish strong working relationships.
- Eligible for ACA and/or PACFA registration.
- Registered counsellor (ACA/PACFA) (Desirable).
- ACA/PACFA approved supervisor (Desirable).
How to apply
Please submit your updated resume, a short cover letter, responses to the Key Selection Criteria and indicate the role you are applying for.
For a confidential discussion, contact Dr. Mayumi Purvis, Lecturer in Counselling, Education-focused, at m. purvis@deakin. edu. au.
Applications close at 11.55pm on Sunday the 11th of January 2026.
Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact.
We are an agile, dynamic and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.
We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers.
We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.
We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences.
We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation and genders.
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Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Counselling employer: Deakin University
Deakin University is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the heart of Melbourne. With a strong commitment to employee growth, you will have access to professional development opportunities and the chance to lead impactful research initiatives while contributing to meaningful educational outcomes. The university's focus on integrating industry practices ensures that your work will not only advance your career but also make a significant difference in the community.
