Senior Lecturer in Clinical Psychology

Your New Role  

We're seeking a Senior Lecturer in Clinical Psychology (Level C) to join our School of Psychology in early 2026. This is a key academic role focused on delivering high-quality postgraduate education and clinical training in a collaborative, values-driven environment.

The successful candidate will hold AHPRA registration as a psychologist with area of practice endorsement in clinical psychology by the start date and will bring expertise in curriculum development, teaching, and supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver contemporary curriculum that meets accreditation and registration standards.

• Teach and assess postgraduate students using innovative, evidence-based approaches.

• Supervise clinical placements in Murdoch's internal clinic and external settings.

• Support student research and contribute to the School's research priorities.

• Participate in service activities that support the School and University's strategic goals.

Please refer to the Position Description for further details.

About The Team

The School of Psychology at Murdoch University is a collaborative, inclusive team driven by compassion, integrity and a commitment to bringing about positive change. With around 25 academic staff, we deliver psychology programs across our Perth, Singapore and Dubai campuses, preparing students to become ethical professionals who make a lasting contribution to their communities.

Our team is deeply engaged in research across five key areas—from mental health to cognitive neuroscience—working in partnership with industry, government and research centres to ensure our work advances psychological science and informs real-world practice and policy.

We're proud to foster a supportive, student-centred environment where innovation, cultural awareness and scientific excellence thrive.

What We Offer You

This Continuous | Full Time (37.5 hours per week) based at our South Street, Murdoch campus attracts a remuneration of $135,609 – $156,097 plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.   

You'll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), awarded in 2025, reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

• Periodic salary increases between 1 January 2026 to 1 July 2026 totalling a 4% increase

• Flexible work arrangements

• Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role

• Indigenous Language Allowance

• Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit

• Employee Assistance Program

• On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our benefits and services page

Join us

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

• A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)

• Your most recent resume (CV)

What you'll bring to the role:

• A PhD or doctorate in psychology.

• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a psychologist, with area of practice endorsement in clinical psychology.

• Psychology Board of Australia-approved supervisor status.

• Proven experience in university-level teaching and assessment, with a commitment to inclusive, student-centred learning.

• A track record of using innovative and evidence-based teaching approaches.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Visa sponsorship and relocation support may be available for the right candidate who holds current Australian registration as a psychologist with an area of practice endorsement in clinical psychology.

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Helen Davis, Dean of Psychology,  and quote JR104431 as the reference.

Applications Close on 12 November :59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.