Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Clinical Psychology) at Macquarie Group

, , Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 May, 26

Salary

117108.0

Posted On

02 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Psychology, Implementation Science, Youth Mental Health, Study Design, Psychological Assessments, Qualitative Data Analysis, Quantitative Data Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Knowledge Translation, Grant Writing, Peer-Reviewed Publications, SPSS, Stata, R, Time Management, Communication

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

PRIMARY DETAIL - Salary package: $109,272 - $117,108 (A.6-A.8) - plus 17% employer's superannuation contribution and annual leave loading. - Full-time, 12-month fixed term role (with the possibility of extension). Part-time arrangements may be considered for the right candidate. - Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde About the Role Reporting to Associate Professor Lauren McLellan, the Postdoctoral Research Fellow supports high-quality, clinical and applied research projects within the Lifespan Health and Wellbeing Research Centre and School of Psychological Sciences at Macquarie University. The projects utilise digital technologies and implementation science to increase access to evidence-based assessment and treatment for youth mental health and wellbeing, including in educational settings. The Fellow will work collaboratively with academic staff, research students, and external partners to deliver research outcomes with strong translational impact, while contributing to the research culture of the School and Centre. The role primarily includes assisting with study design and management, delivering or supervising psychological assessments, coordinating and conducting stakeholder and consumer focus groups, collecting, maintaining and analysing qualitative and quantitative data and contributing to dissemination of research findings (including publications). About The School The School of Psychological Sciences is a leading centre for psychological research and education, with strengths across clinical, developmental, cognitive, and health psychology. The Lifespan Health and Wellbeing Research Centre fosters interdisciplinary research aimed at improving mental health and wellbeing across the lifespan through innovation, collaboration, and real-world impact. Your key responsibilities will include: 1. Research and Scholarly Activity Conduct grant-funded research of high quality and impact in clinical psychology and related interdisciplinary fields (eg contribute to the design, execution, analysis, and reporting of research projects) Lead and co-author publications in reputable, peer-reviewed international journals. Present research findings at conferences, seminars, and workshops. Contribute to the development of competitive research funding applications and associated reporting (where relevant). 2. Collaboration, Engagement and Impact Work effectively within multidisciplinary research teams spanning psychology, education, health, and digital/technological domains. Engage with external stakeholders including schools, youth services, clinicians, policy makers, community organisations, and technology partners to enhance research design, visibility and impact. Support knowledge translation activities to ensure research findings inform policy, practice, and innovation in mental health and wellbeing (for example through presentations, reports and outreach activities). 3. HDR Supervision and Research Training Provide co-supervision and mentoring to Honours, Masters, and PhD research students, as appropriate. 4. Research Governance and Administration Manage components of research projects, including timelines, data collection, analysis, documentation, and reporting. Ensure compliance with Macquarie University policies, ethical standards, data management requirements and governance requirements. Maintain accurate research records and contribute to internal reporting and evaluation processes as required. 5. Collegiality and Citizenship Actively contribute to a positive research culture within the School and Centre through participation in seminars, meetings, and collaborative initiatives. Demonstrate behaviours consistent with Macquarie University’s values of integrity, respect, professionalism, and innovation. How to Apply: To be considered, please apply online with your CV and a cover letter, outlining how your experience aligns with the selection criteria below: Selection Criteria: Completion of a PhD in Clinical Psychology or other related area of psychology. Registration (or endorsement) as a psychologist in Australia with experience in youth mental health Demonstrated research expertise in one or more of the following areas: Youth mental health and wellbeing Educational or school-based mental health Digital mental health interventions or assessment Technology-enabled or data-driven psychological research Experience with quantitative and/or qualitative research design, ethical requirements, and data collection methods (e.g., clinical trials, surveys, focus groups), alongside proficiency in data management and analysis using software such as SPSS, Stata, R, or equivalent. Excellent time management, organisational, oral and written communication skills including strong record of peer reviewed research publications relative to career stage. Desirable Status as an approved supervisor with the Psychology Board of Australia Experience engaging with community, educational, clinical, or industry partners. Experience managing junior staff and supervising undergraduate students undertaking research This role will require a WWCC, as well as a criminal history/police check. For enquiries, or a confidential conversation about the role please contact Associate Professor Lauren McLellanlauren.mclellan@mq.edu.au. Applications Close: Monday 16th of March at 11:59pm (AEST). *** Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date. We also reserve the right to close the advertisement early if a sufficient number of qualified applicants is received. Why Join Us? Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation over 60 years ago, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we have grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community. Connect with us today. We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index, having recently earned a five-star rating in the QS World Rankings with the highest rating for employability. Take a look at the fabulous staff benefits on offer when you work at Macquarie University. Pre-Employment Checks Macquarie University/Health cultivates a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity. Prior to completion of an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for. Your employment is conditional upon the completion and maintenance of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University/Health. If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs. Applications Close: 16/03/2026 11:59 PM A Place Where You Belong At Macquarie, we believe diversity makes us stronger, inclusion drives our success, and belonging inspires us to do our best work. We are proud to foster a community where different backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued, and where our people are empowered to thrive through supportive leadership, shared responsibility, and a deep commitment to genuine care and respect for our community. Find out more about our vision for a truly inclusive workplace in our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Framework. Flexible Work At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University. See how we lead in flexible work to enable an outcome focused and inclusive workplace. To learn more about our culture and hiring process, visit our Jobs at Macquarie page. Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation in 1964, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we have grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community. Connect with us today.

Responsibilities

The Fellow will support high-quality clinical and applied research projects focusing on youth mental health using digital technologies and implementation science, involving study design, data collection, analysis, and dissemination of findings. Key duties include conducting research, leading publications, engaging with external stakeholders, and providing supervision to research students.