Job Description
Company Description
Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. 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
The School of Applied Psychology is a national leader in psychological and health‑related 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 student‑centred 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 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 Academic Level B range $117,076 - $139,031 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $136,979 - $162,667 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, we’ve 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, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re 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 all. In 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 Griffith’s 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 [email protected].
For application and recruitment advice, please contact Maria Mahon, Talent Acquisition Partner at [email protected].
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.
