Job Description

Torrens University Australia – Melbourne VIC

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Psychology Teaching Fellow|School of Education and Community Wellbeing|Full-timeor Part time- Melbourne based|Torrens University Australia

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Help shape the future of higher education.

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At Torrens University Australia,we'reredefining what learning looks like.

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We're building a current cohort of Teaching Fellows - innovative, student-focused academics who are passionate about creating engaging learning experiences and helping shape the next generation of teaching and learning.

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This is more than a teaching role. You'lljoin a team leading the evolution of higher education through student-centredlearning, AI-enabled teaching, digital innovation, and contemporary learning design.

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Why this role?

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This role has been created to strengthen Torrens University's permanent academic workforce, supporting the delivery of flexible, high-quality, student-centredlearning experiences across on-campus, online, hybrid and asynchronous learning environments, while enhancing student success and employability.

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- How can AI enhance learning?

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- What does great online teaching look like?

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- How can data and student feedback improve the learning experience?

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- How do we prepare graduates for careers thatdon'tyet exist?

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About the role

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As a Teaching Fellow (Psychology),you'lljoin the School of Education and Community Wellbeing, whereyou'llinspire and support the next generation ofpsychologyprofessionals.



You'llteachacrossthe Bachelor of Psychological Science,and Graduate Diploma of Psychologydelivering engaging learning experiences in subjects such as The Evolution of Psychology, Lifespan Development, Brain and Behaviour, Fundamentals of Personal and Social Behaviour, Psychology of Personality.

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You'llcombine outstanding teaching practice with digital capability, learning design and innovation to create learning experiences that are flexible, engaging andcentredaround student success.

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Whatyou'llbe doing- review Job description for full details

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We'relooking for educators who...

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- Put students first: You create inclusive, engaging learning experiences and genuinely care about helping every student succeed.

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- Embrace innovation: You'recurious aboutnew technologies, confident experimenting with AI and digital tools, and willing to rethink traditional approaches to teaching.

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- Use evidence to improve: You seek feedback, use learninganalyticsand continuously refine your teaching based on what works.

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- Collaborate: You enjoy working with colleagues across disciplines to improve learning, share ideas, and solve challenges together.

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- Thrive in change: You'readaptable, resilient, and excited by working in a dynamic, digitally evolving higher education environment.

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Full-timeor Part-timepermanent positionlocatedat Flinders Street Campus Hybrid(Campus andonline)- Approximately 2 days on campus and 3 days online

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Whatyou'llbring

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- Master's degree in Psychology(or a closely related discipline)or a partially completed PhDisrequired; acompleted PhD is highly regarded.

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- Demonstrated experience teaching psychology in a higher education setting and/or relevant professional experience in psychology, with the ability to bring contemporary industry knowledge and practice into the learning environment.

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- Strong facilitation skills across online and face-to-face learning environmentsin Higher Education

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- Experience using learning technologies and digital tools to enhance teaching

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- Confidence using, or enthusiasm for adopting, AI-enabled approaches in education

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- Experience designing engaging learning and assessment activities

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- A student-centredapproach to teaching and learning

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- Strong communicationand collaboration skills

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- A growth mindset and commitment to continuous professional learning

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- Relevant postgraduate qualifications (or working towards completion)

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Why join Torrens?

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Join an institution committed to transforming education through innovation,technologyand exceptional student experiences. You'llhelp shape the future of higher education while working alongside innovative educators committed to student success.

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Applications close: 14th August 2026

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We will be reviewing applications as they are received.

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📌 Teaching Fellow - Psychology (Melbourne)
🏢 Torrens University Australia
📍 Melbourne