At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach and research in psychology, contributing to innovative programs at UTS.
- Company: Join UTS, a leading university of technology with a vibrant community.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work practices, and generous parental leave.
- Other info: Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in psychology education and research while growing your career.
- Qualifications: PhD in psychology, registration with the Psychology Board of Australia, and teaching experience.
The predicted salary is between 125240 - 148229 $ per year.
The UTS Graduate School of Health is recruiting a 2-year fixed-term 0.3 FTE Lecturer in Psychology (Education focused) to support our undergraduate and graduate diploma psychology programs through teaching and research.
UTS is a leading university of technology, leveraging human insight and creative capacity to advance and amplify knowledge which positively impacts our community, economy, health and societal cohesion. Our deep connections with industry and community support world-class research and produce highly regarded graduates. As a member of the Graduate School of Health, you will be accountable for supporting us to achieve the objectives of being a leading university of technology and an inspiring place to work.
About the Role
Psychology at UTS is experiencing exponential growth. Building on our successful Master of Clinical Psychology program, graduate diplomas in psychology have been offered since 2022, and undergraduate psychology programs commenced in 2024. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Lecturer to join our supportive and energetic team to contribute to the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of psychology programs, and research, at UTS. This is a fixed-term (2-year) 0.3 FTE backfill position. The successful candidate will hold registration with the Psychology Board of Australia.
About You
You are a motivated, self-starter with excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrated knowledge in areas directly relevant to psychology, and the ability to teach and coordinate psychology subjects, contribute to curriculum development, and undertake empirical research. As a Lecturer, you will possess:
- A PhD in psychology (or equivalent).
- Registration with the Psychology Board of Australia.
- Demonstrated ability to design and deliver innovative undergraduate or postgraduate psychology teaching and learning.
- A track record of high-quality research outputs relative to opportunity.
- Capacity to supervise honours, master's or higher degree research students.
- Qualifications relevant to teaching (e.g. Grad Cert in Higher Ed).
- Endorsement as a Clinical Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA).
What We Offer
Base Salary Range: $125,240 - $148,229 pa (Level B), plus 17% superannuation (pension). The position is 0.3 FTE and will be made on a 2-year fixed-term basis. UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits including flexible work practices, child care centres, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.
How To Apply
Please click the Apply link to be taken to the UTS website. Here you can download full details of the application process, a copy of the position statement, and information on remuneration, benefits, terms and conditions. Please ensure that the file name for each document submitted includes reference IRC335082 and your name.
UTS prioritises safety, respect, and inclusion for every member of our community. In support of this, and in line with our statutory obligations under the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence 2026, all prospective employees must declare any past investigations relating to gender-based violence. Employment at UTS is contingent upon completion of this declaration, and, where necessary, assessment of any identified risk factors. We appreciate your role in upholding the standards and behaviour expected of our community.
Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to Professor Phoebe Bailey or Marie Hetherington in the UTS Recruitment Team.
Closing Date: Wednesday, 18th March 2026 at 11.59pm (AEST)
You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
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