- 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 [email protected] 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, Sunday 3 November 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 [email protected]
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: [email protected]
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