Academic Lecturer / Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor in Psychology

About the role

UNSW School of Psychology is seeking candidates for Lecturer, Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor positions. The role involves leading teaching, supervising students and advancing research, particularly in perception.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate psychology courses.
• Assess student performance and provide academic support.
• Conduct high‑quality research with a focus on perception and publish internationally.
• Contribute to departmental service, curriculum development and academic governance.
• Mentor junior staff and graduate students.

Required profile

• Established record of scholarly research in perception or related areas.
• Demonstrated teaching excellence at university level.
• Ability to secure research funding and lead collaborative projects.
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion and community engagement.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary range (AUD 127k‑204k) plus superannuation.
• Fixed‑term 2‑year contract with convertible tenure‑track option.
• Access to world‑class research facilities and a vibrant campus community.
• International visa sponsorship for the right candidate.