Careers at UniSC

• School of Health, UniSC Sunshine Coast Campus, Sippy Downs
• Academic Level D, $163,616 - $180,189 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time, Ongoing

The Opportunity

School of Health; Shaping the Future of Clinical Psychology

At the forefront of health education and research, UniSC's School of Health offers an exceptional learning environment equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology. As the Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology, you will be part of a vibrant team dedicated to shaping the next generation of psychologists while contributing to groundbreaking research in trauma-based therapies and child/adolescent mental health.

Join us in our mission to deliver hands-on learning experiences in our modern laboratories, paramedic suites, and nursing wards, preparing our students to make meaningful contributions to healthcare. In this pivotal role, you will support the growth of student numbers, particularly in postgraduate studies, strengthen industry and community linkages, and deliver excellence in teaching and research.

In this role, you will:

• provide high-quality teaching and leadership in postgraduate clinical psychology programs;
• supervise students in clinical psychology, ensuring their professional development through advanced research and clinical practice;
• foster strategic and productive partnerships with industry and community stakeholders that benefit students, the university, and the broader community;
• contribute to the operation of UniSC’s psychology clinic, providing mental health services to the community and functioning as a research and teaching facility;
• lead and contribute to trauma-based research, particularly in child/adolescent therapies and PTSD, with a strong track record of external research funding and publications.

About you:

As an ideal candidate, you will possess strong subject matter expertise in clinical psychology, alongside a passion for teaching, research, and fostering student success. You will demonstrate excellent leadership, a national or international research profile, and a proven ability to mentor students and colleagues.

You will possess:

• A doctoral qualification in Clinical Psychology;
• Full registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia and endorsement in Clinical Psychology;
• A track record of research excellence in child/adolescent mental health or trauma-based therapies (e.g., CBT, EMDR);
• Experience supervising Higher Degree by Research candidates;
• A passion for leadership in teaching and curriculum development;
• Proven success in fostering academic partnerships and leading research projects.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

Learn more about this opportunity here

 Assoc Professor Clinical Psychology - Position description.pdf

All applications must be lodged through our website. To apply please visit our website at Careers at UniSC

Applications for this position close midnight, Monday 28 October 2024 .

Your application should include:

• Resume.
• A cover letter not to exceed one page. This statement should outline your skills, knowledge and qualities that will make you a success at UniSC.
• A response to key selection criteria.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Professor Mathew Summers
Discipline Lead, Psychology 
Telephone: +61 7 5456 3758
Email: msummers@usc.edu.au

Discover UniSC

We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.

We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland.

Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. According to the 2023-24 Good Universities Guide we are Australia's highest rated public university for postgraduate teaching quality, skills development and student support and Australia's number one public university for overall postgraduate student experience. Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 26 research fields ranked at or above world standard according to the Excellence in Research for Australia Rankings. In 2023 we recorded the biggest improvement in Australia for research quality, moving up more than 331 places in the world rank.

At UniSC you will have the opportunity to shape the educational landscape and inspire the minds of future generations. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your teaching and research endeavours.

We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.