Lecturer, Clinical Psychology at RMIT University

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Mar, 26

Salary

136925.0

Posted On

01 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Psychology, Teaching, Research, Supervision, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Curriculum Design, Collaboration, Mentoring, Professional Relationships, Continuous Improvement, Scholarly Leadership

Industry

Education Management

Description

Overview: Part-time (0.6 FTE), Continuing position Salary Academic Level B ($115,303 - $136,925 p.a. pro rata for part-time) + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements Based at the Bundoora campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University About the Role If you are an early-to-mid career clinical academic looking to develop your research profile, grow your teaching expertise and contribute meaningfully to professional training, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding academic career within a supportive and high-performing psychology discipline. RMIT University is seeking a Lecturer in Clinical Psychology to join the School of Health and Biomedical Sciences. This role is ideal for a registered clinical psychologist who is passionate about education and eager to strengthen their research impact while supervising and mentoring the next generation of practitioners. What you will enjoy about this role In this role, you will: Teach across undergraduate and postgraduate psychology programs Provide clinical supervision within the postgraduate program Develop your research profile through publications, collaboration and funding activity Lead and participate in research projects aligned to RMIT’s strategic priorities Build partnerships with academia, industry and professional groups Contribute to curriculum design and contemporary teaching practice Work collaboratively in a dynamic academic team Coordinate courses and contribute to program leadership as your capability grows This role provides a strong platform for academic career progression, offering support to develop research capability, teaching excellence and professional identity. About You You will be successful in this role if you bring: A completed PhD in a relevant discipline Endorsement as an AHPRA-approved registered clinical supervisor with expertise in clinical psychology. Teaching experience in psychology at tertiary level An emerging research profile evidenced by publications and project involvement Experience supervising Honours or HDR students Excellent communication and interpersonal skills A collaborative, professional and student-centred approach The ability to build professional and industry relationships Commitment to continuous teaching improvement and scholarly leadership Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. About the RMIT STEM College The STEM College holds a leading position and expertise in the science, technology, engineering, mathematics and health (STEM) fields. We are uniquely positioned to influence and partner with industry, as never before. STEM College is a community of exceptional STEM researchers, teachers, inventors, designers and game-changers, supported by talented professional staff. We offer higher education programs across all STEM disciplines at the Bachelor, Master and PhD levels, and ensure our students experience an education that is work-aligned and life-changing. The College is renowned for its exemplary research in many STEM areas including advanced manufacturing and design; computing technologies; health innovation and translational medicine; nano materials and devices; and sustainable systems. Our brilliant researchers attract funding from government and industry sources. Industry is at the heart of what we do. It ensures our research has real world impact, and our students are truly work-ready. Under the leadership of DVC STEM College & Vice President, Digital Innovation, we have established new hubs of industry-connected digital innovation and endeavour and are engaging with global STEM organisations at scale. Our diversity and shared values empower our work, and we are proud of the College’s inclusive, caring culture. We offer a safe, dynamic work environment, and support every member of our community to achieve their potential. The College appointed Victoria’s first ever Dean of STEM, Diversity & Inclusion in 2020, and this role drives gender equity, diversity and inclusion strategies across the College. STEM College employs 1,000 staff who deliver onshore and offshore programs to approximately 20,000 students. We are here to positively impact the world and create the next generation of STEM leaders. https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/stem-college To Apply Please click the Apply button at the top of this page to submit the following three documents: • Your CV • A covering letter • A separate statement addressing the Key Selection Criteria For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below. For further information regarding recruitment processes, please contact Jennifer Pham, Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor via email at jennifer.pham2@rmit.edu.au Please do not share your application to this email address. Position Description – Lecturer, Clinical Psychology Please note: Due to the University’s end-of-year shutdown period, interviews will be conducted after the University reopens in January 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted in mid-to-late January 2026 to confirm interview arrangements. Applications Close: 6 Jan 2026 11.59 pm RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT (including alternate formats of application forms). To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Dani, via talentsupport@rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers. We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant. Culture Our Values inspire us, wherever we are in the world, and guide how we live and work together. Imagination. Integrity. Courage. Passion. Impact. Inclusion. What unites us is our purpose and our values; they are at the heart of who we are, what we stand for, how we make decisions and connect with each other. Our people make everything at the University possible. We encourage new approaches to work and learning, stimulating change to drive positive impact. RMIT exists to create transformative experiences for our students, getting them ready for life and work. You will be a part of a productive and collaborative team, who values working relationships and outcomes through open and inclusive planning, continuous information sharing and transparent work practices. Find out what makes RMIT a great place to work

Responsibilities

The Lecturer in Clinical Psychology will teach across undergraduate and postgraduate psychology programs, provide clinical supervision, and develop their research profile. They will also contribute to curriculum design and work collaboratively within a dynamic academic team.