Senior lecturer / associate professor, psychology

• Full time (36.25 hours per week) Continuing Appointment
• Academic Level C $137,166 - $157,465
• Academic Level D $164,231 - $180,463
• 17% Super and great benefits
• Shape the future of clinical psychology education and workforce development in Northern Australia.

Why you'll love this role

This is an opportunity to shape the future of psychology education while advancing your own research and academic leadership ambitions. As a Teaching and Research academic, you'll contribute across teaching, research, supervision and service, helping to develop future psychologists while building the discipline's profile and impact.

For candidates appointed at Associate Professor (Level D), the role offers the opportunity to provide strategic leadership across the discipline, influence postgraduate program development, and mentor the next generation of academic and clinical educators.

How you'll make an impact

As a senior academic within Psychology, you'll contribute to excellence across teaching, research and professional practice while helping shape the future direction of psychology education at JCU.

You will:

• Deliver high-quality teaching and clinical supervision across undergraduate and postgraduate psychology programs.
• Lead the design and continuous improvement of innovative, evidence-based curriculum and student learning experiences.
• Conduct impactful research and scholarly activity that strengthens the discipline's reputation and contributes to contemporary psychological practice.
• Build strong industry and community partnerships that enhance placement opportunities, research collaborations and graduate outcomes.
• Support accreditation and professional standards to ensure program quality and ongoing success.
• Mentor and support colleagues, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation and academic excellence.
• Provide strategic academic leadership and contribute to discipline growth and workforce development

What you'll bring

You are a registered Clinical Psychologist with a passion for education, research and professional leadership. You bring a track record of excellence in teaching and supervision, together with a commitment to advancing the discipline through scholarship, collaboration and innovation.

For appointment at Associate Professor (Level D), you'll demonstrate an established research profile, success in attracting research funding, and the ability to provide strategic leadership that drives growth, innovation and excellence across the discipline

Why Townsville

Townsville offers an enviable tropical lifestyle with easy access to some of Australia's most spectacular natural environments, including the Great Barrier Reef, Magnetic Island and nearby national parks. With affordable living, excellent schools, a thriving health sector and a strong sense of community, Townsville provides the perfect balance of career opportunity and quality of life.

Why JCU

James Cook University is recognised globally for excellence in teaching, research and community impact. As Australia's leading university in the tropics, we are committed to creating a brighter future for life in the Tropics worldwide.

At JCU, you'll benefit from:

• Generous superannuation and leave provisions.
• Flexible and family-friendly work arrangements.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative academic community.
• Opportunities to contribute to research and education that make a genuine difference to regional, rural and remote communities.

Ready to make an impact?

If you're passionate about advancing psychology education, supporting future clinicians and contributing to a university with a strong commitment to excellence and community impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and help shape the future of psychology education at James Cook University.

How To Apply

Click the 'apply' button where you will be asked to complete an application form or alternatively, please apply directly via the JCU careers page and follow the below steps:

• Complete the application form
• Upload your currentresume
• Upload acover letter outlining your relevant experience in relation to the key requirements of the role and how your skills and experience will ensure your success in the role.

For any enquiries about the role, please contact Professor James Dimmock on (07) 4781 5285 or via email james.dimmock@jcu.edu.au