Lecturer (Education Focused), Psychology

Job No.: 688481

Location: Clayton campus

Employment Type: Full-time

Duration: Fixed-term appointment until 31 July 2027

Remuneration: $118,974 - $141,283 pa Level B (plus 17% employer superannuation)

• Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
• Join an inclusive and collaborative teaching community
• Shape psychology education as a Lecturer (Education Focused)

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Lecturer (Education Focused) to contribute to the delivery of high-quality education within the Graduate Diploma in Psychology program. This role supports teaching innovation and educational leadership at Monash, with a strong focus on unit coordination, teaching and curriculum redevelopment to enhance engaging, evidence-informed learning experiences.

The position supports inclusive and student-centred learning environments across a range of teaching contexts. It contributes to contemporary teaching approaches, assessment design and consistent marking and feedback, while working collaboratively on unit development, coordination and administration. Scholarly activity and the use of student feedback to continuously improve educational practice are integral to the role.

The position requires qualifications and experience recognised by the University, including a doctoral qualification or equivalent research and teaching experience. Strong capability in tertiary teaching, curriculum development, assessment and feedback is essential, along with knowledge of higher education environments, industry expectations and employability outcomes and the ability to contribute to team leadership and scholarly activity.

Join Monash University and play a meaningful role in shaping future psychology graduates and advancing excellence in teaching. We encourage you to apply and be part of a community committed to educational impact and innovation.

About Monash University

At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something ground breaking – a place where great things happen.

We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

Some 20,000 staff work for Monash around the world. We have 95,000 students, four Australian campuses, and campuses in Malaysia and Indonesia. We also have a major presence in India and China, and a significant centre and research foundation in Italy.

In our short history, we have skyrocketed through global university rankings and established ourselves consistently among the world's best tertiary institutions. We rank in the world’s top-50 universities in rankings including the QS World University Rankings 2026.

Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world-class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities. 

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Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.

To Apply

For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

Enquiries: Dr Lilani Arulkadacham, Acting Director Online Education, +61 3 9905 2532

Position Description: Lecturer (Education Focused)

Applications Close: Wednesday 18 February 2026, 11:55pm AEDT