Lecturer (Level B) in Applied Psychology

The School of Applied Psychology is a national leader in psychological and healthrelated education known for award winning teaching and professionally accredited programs. It specialises in psychology counselling suicidology and health services management with a strong emphasis on practical skill-based learning. Students are trained to apply evidence-based knowledge across diverse professional settings preparing them to support individuals facing personal social vocational or health challenges and to lead initiatives within the broader health sector.

As a Lecturer (Level B) in Applied Psychology you will play a key role in shaping exceptional learning experiences and contributing to a vibrant student-centred academic community. You will support high quality teaching course leadership and the ongoing enhancement of educational practice.

As a Lecturer (Teaching Focused) you will:

• Lead studentcentred learning through engaging authentic and technology enhanced teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
• Coordinate courses and programs ensuring high quality delivery assessment and academic support.
• Build positive staff student relationships that reflect respect inclusion and professionalism.
• Strengthen industry and community engagement to enhance employability and work integrated learning opportunities.
• Contribute to the scholarship of teaching and learning through reflective practice innovation and evidence based educational enhancement.

This is a fixed term (3 year) 40% part-time position primarily based at Griffith University Brisbane South (Nathan). As Griffith is a multi-site university you may be required to work across other locations.

Griffith Universitys 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 Academic Level B range $117076 - $139031 per annum 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $136979 - $162667 per annum.

Qualifications :

To be successful in this role you will have:

• A PhD in psychology or a related field and a strong commitment to teaching excellence. Registration as a psychologist in Australia with AHPRA is optional and not mandatory. 
• Experience delivering high quality tertiary teaching including technology enhanced and authentic assessment practices.
• Capability to coordinate courses and manage academic administration effectively.
• A record of scholarly or professional activity that informs innovative evidence-based teaching.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills that support positive learning environments and uphold university values.

Additional Information :

Why Griffith
As a values-led organisation at Griffith University weve worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• 50% fee discount for work related post graduate Griffith degrees 
• Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives on campus Gym facilities

How to apply
At Griffith were committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever youre from. If you require any accommodations we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

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. Our University is committed to fostering a safe respectful and inclusive community for alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025) Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our community. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information please refer to Griffiths Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description)
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
• Names and contact details of at least three professional referees (no contact will be made without your permission)

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

For further information specifically about this role please contact Professor Allison Waters Head of School at

For application and recruitment advice please contact Maria Mahon Talent Acquisition Partner at

Closing date: Sunday 24th May 11:59pm AEST.  All applications must be submitted online.

Please allow at least 1 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Part-time