Associate Lecturer in Psychological Science, School of Psychology

Organisation/Company:
WESTERN SYDNEY UNIVERSITY

Research Field:
Psychological sciences

Researcher Profile:
Recognised Researcher (R2), First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country:
Australia

Application Deadline:
2 Feb 2025 - 00:
00 (UTC)

Type of Contract:
Permanent

Job Status:
Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

• Western Sydney University's Academic Decasualisation Program
• 2x Full-Time, Ongoing Appointments commencing from January 2025
• Remuneration:
  Academic Level A $109,861 to $132,730 p.a. | Includes 17% Superannuation & Leave Loading Based at Western's Parramatta South Campus

About Western Sydney University

Western Sydney University is a modern, forward-thinking, research-led university, located in the heart of Australia's fastest-growing, economically significant region. The University has 11 campuses in Sydney, as well as campuses in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and Surabaya, Indonesia, with plans for expansion in India. With over 200,000 alumni, nearly 50,000 students, and around 3,500 staff, the University fosters a dynamic, inclusive, and innovative culture. It is ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide, with over 85% of its assessed research rated at 'World Standard' or above.

Opportunity to be part of a sector leading program

Western Sydney University is leading the way in strengthening career pathways for casual academic staff. Through our sector-leading Academic Decasualisation Program, we have created 150 full-time positions to be filled by casual academics by 1 March 2025. This initiative reflects our commitment to reducing insecure work within the Australian higher education sector and investing in long-term academic careers.

As part of this exciting program, we are seeking motivated academics to join us and grow their careers. Successful candidates will have a clear pathway to secure, ongoing employment, as well as the opportunity to undertake teaching, develop a research portfolio and contribute to the University through governance activities.

About the School of Psychology

The School of Psychology is at the forefront of excellence in research, teaching, and clinical training. Psychology at WSU is recognised as performing above world standard in the Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) evaluation. Psychology subjects are ranked in the top 250 in both the Times Higher Education World Subject Rankings and the QS World University Rankings by Subject.

The School is committed to the provision of clinical services, quality research, student learning, and retention with a focus on providing students with clear professional pathways that prepare them as job-ready graduates.

About the Opportunity

Join the School of Psychology as an Associate Lecturer in Psychological Science and play a pivotal role in an inspiring academic community. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape your academic career by contributing to teaching, research, and university service.

In this role, you will:

• Teach:
  Develop, design, and deliver innovative and engaging teaching materials for tutorials, demonstrations, and workshops.
• Research:
  Build a meaningful research portfolio and share your insights through impactful publications and presentations.
• Engage:
  Collaborate with a dynamic academic community and connect with industry partners.

To be successful in the role, you will need to demonstrate excellence in teaching and a high level of energy and commitment to further developing a research profile that is fresh and relevant to the particular discipline.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for this role, you must provide evidence that you:

• have been engaged as a casual academic for at least 2 teaching sessions within the previous 2 years at an Australian Higher Education institution;
• hold or have submitted all requirements for a PhD or other relevant Level 10 AQF qualification;
• have not previously held an ongoing position with an Australian Higher Education provider in the previous 3 years.

Candidates must submit evidence of the above requirements and any evidence of their teaching performance, such as Student Feedback on Teaching survey outcomes, at the time of application.

This is your opportunity to make a difference at Western Sydney University. Apply now and take the next step in your academic career! Please review the position description for further information.

Why Join us?

Western Sydney University highly values equity and inclusiveness and strives to contribute to tackling inequalities and promoting wellbeing within our own institution. If you share our passion for creating a more equitable and inclusive world, and if you are ready to contribute to meaningful change, join us in our mission to promote equity, inclusiveness, and wellbeing.

Remuneration Package:
Academic Level A $109,861 to $132,730 p.a. (comprising Salary of $92,834 to $112,158 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading).

Recruitment Enquiries:
Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to Tiana Woodward, Senior Advisor Talent Acquisition, via email ***

Closing Date:
8:
30pm, Sunday 2nd February

Interviews:
Interviews are likely to be scheduled between Tuesday 18th February and Friday 21st February 2025.

Working Rights in Australia - Eligibility

You must provide evidence of your full-time working rights in Australia at the time of application.

How to Apply

You MUST use the attached CV/Resume template with your application. In addition to your resume and cover letter, you are required to submit evidence of your eligibility as per the criteria above and address the selection criteria in your application.

Please note, only those applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted.