Senior Lecturer- Clinical Psychology

Company Description

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. As a Senior Lecturer (Level C) - Clinical Psychology, you’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.


Job Description

As a Senior Lecturer- Clinical Psychology, you’ll use your experience and expertise to help tackle complex challenges in mental health, education, and community wellbeing. Here’s how you’ll make it matter:

Lead and deliver innovative, evidence-based teaching and clinical supervision to shape the next generation of clinical psychologists.
Conduct and publish impactful research, with opportunities to lead and collaborate in multidisciplinary teams.
Build meaningful relationships with industry and community to enhance student employability and influence professional practice.
Mentor early career academics and higher degree research (HDR) candidates, fostering a vibrant and supportive research culture.
Contribute to program development and leadership, advancing excellence in psychology education and scholarship.
About You
What matters most is your drive to create a brighter future for all. You’ll thrive in a values-led, student-focused environment and inspire those around you. To be successful, you will have:

A doctoral qualification in clinical psychology or a closely related field.
Registration as a psychologist with the Australia Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) with an area of practice endorsement in clinical psychology.
Qualified to provide supervision as per the requirements of the Psychology Board of Australia.
A track record of high-quality research with evidence of impact and ability to attract research funding.
Experience in academic leadership, including course coordination, curriculum development, and mentoring of colleagues and students.
What we can offer
This is a continuing, full time position primarily based at either Griffith University Brisbane South or Gold Coast campuses. As Griffith is a multi-site University you will be required to work across other locations.

Griffith University’s sites are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range
The full time equivalent base salary will be Senior Lecturer (CSL) range $138,702 - $159,936 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $162,281 - $187,125 per annum.


Additional Information

As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We support the professional and personal development of all our employees and invest in the skills of our people. We offer:

A mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment.
Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts.
Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading.
Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme.
Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page.

How to apply
Please submit your application online and ensure your application includes the following:

A covering statement outlining your suitability for the role referring to the qualifications listed above and the position description.
Current curriculum vitae, including name and contact details.
Applicants must have unrestricted work rights and may be subject to a criminal history check.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Allison Waters, Head of School for the School of Applied Psychology via hos-appliedpsychology@griffith.edu.au.

Closing date: Midnight, Sunday the 31st August 2025. All applications must be submitted online. Read more