- Continuing, Part time 0.50 FTE (36.25 hours per fortnight)
- Located at Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo or Melbourne (Bundoora) campus
- Level A Academic (Teaching Focused)
- Face to Face teaching required
- Base salary commencing from $81,594 plus 17% super contributions
About the position
A Level A, Associate Lecturer with a teaching focused appointment is expected to assist in the coordination of undergraduate psychology subjects, develop curriculum, teach, assess, and support students as they learn. In addition, a teaching focused academic will support the administrative functions of the discipline and department as well as undertake scholarly work relevant to the scholarship of learning and teaching.
Skills and Experience
To be considered for this position, you will have;
- Completed a master’s degree (AQF9) or PhD (AQF10) in psychology or related field.
- Experience using subject administrative systems effectively, including timetabling, learning management systems, results reporting, and student record systems.
- Demonstrated ability to be effective in teaching and curriculum development in face-to-face, blended and/or online modes.
- Effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively, collaboratively and productively with staff and students from a diverse range of backgrounds.
- Evidence of innovative teaching-related initiatives undertaken in the last three years that have improved the student experience.
- Demonstrated ability to work as a team member in a collaborative and collegial manner.
- Ability to engage with the scholarship of learning and teaching.
Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
Position Description
50149051 Associate Lecturer Psychological Science (TF).pdf
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Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits and entitlements to staff members at La Trobe.
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How to apply
Closing date: By 11:55pm Tuesday 24 March 2026
Position Enquiries: Matthew Hale, Associate Professor
Email: m.hale@latrobe.edu.au
Recruitment Enquiries: Talent Acquisition Operations Officer, Yola El-hassanieh;
Email: Y.El-hassanieh@latrobe.edu.au
Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents to be considered:
- 1 page cover letter; and
- An up-to-date resume;
- KSC Responses to the ‘Essential Criteria’ dot points located in the PD.
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.
All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.
Why La Trobe:
- Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you’ll collaborate with community and industry to create impact.
- Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics
- Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in the future
La Trobe’s Cultural Qualities:
La Trobe University is committed to upholding the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence (GBV Code). This aligns with our mission to create safe and respectful communities. Candidates will be asked during the recruitment process to declare whether they have ever been investigated for, or found to have engaged in, gender-based violence in previous employment and/or in legal proceedings and provide relevant information to assist in determining suitability. Gender-based violence means any form of physical or non-physical violence, harassment, abuse or threats based on gender, that results in, or is likely to result in harm, coercion, control, fear or deprivation liberty or autonomy.
