Continuing, Full Time Appointment
HE Academic Level C
Annual salary $138,554 – $162,146 pa + 17% superannuation & 6 weeks annual leave
Casuarina Campus | Larrakia Country

The primary purpose of the Senior Lecturer in Clinical Psychology is to build the teaching and research profile of the Master of Psychology (Clinical) within the discipline of Psychology in the Faculty of Health. This role will also make a significant contribution to ongoing quality improvements in the postgraduate training space, including the development of new and innovative courses to meet professional training needs across both the territory and Australia more broadly.

About the Position
The position contributes to the discipline at both the Territory and national level, which may include playing a significant role within the profession, and industry group. In scholarship and teaching, the role will foster excellence and make original contributions, which expand knowledge or practice in the discipline.

The Senior Lecturer in Clinical Psychology will contribute to the Clinical Psychology (and related) programs across the faculty, including the development of new and innovative programs/units. This position will be involved in the development and teaching of units (subjects), utilising both on-campus and versatile-mode of teaching and learning support and will engage in scholarly work that informs teaching and learning in diverse educational contexts. In addition to teaching, clinical supervision and coursework research supervision will be key aspects of this role. The post will offer scholarship and leadership leading to improved student experience and outcomes.

About You
To be successful, you will require:

- Post-graduate qualification in psychology with relevant clinical experience.
- AHPRA registration and endorsement by the Psychologists Board of Australia as a Clinical Psychologist or Clinical Neuropsychologist.
- Psychology Board of Australia approved supervisor.
- A Ph.D. qualification in Psychology (desirable)
- Experience working across the lifespan in both neurocognitive assessment and therapy (including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy).
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, including an understanding of the importance of contributing to staff meetings and discipline committees.
- Demonstrated high level interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with well-developed time management and organisational skills.




- Ability to contribute to and lead the development of units/courses and student resources in response to reflective practice and application of scholarship (including for online and face to face teaching) and within the context and requirements of a quality education provider.
- Demonstrated ability to represent the University at a range of forums, and to liaise, communicate, negotiate, and collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and partners, to deliver a valued service and achieve agreed outcomes.
- Willingness to embrace the knowledge, skills, and ideals of practice in rural and remote areas.
- Support the University's commitment to the principles of reconciliation, which exemplify respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage and the valuing of justice and equity for all Australians.

Appointment is contingent upon receipt of a satisfactory National Criminal History check and NT Working with Children clearance.

Remuneration
Appointment to this role will be at HE Academic Level C. The base salary will be in the range of $138,554 - $162,146 per annum. The total remuneration package will be in the range of $162,108 - $189,710 per annum, including 17% superannuation.

First Nations Priority Recruitment Measures
While this vacancy is open to all applicants. First Nations applicants are strongly encouraged to apply & will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy, in accordance with s57 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1992 (NT) 1992. More information on First Nations Priority Recruitment at CDU and how to apply, available here.

Access Full Position Description
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What’s in it for you?

- An enviable lifestyle in the spectacular Northern Territory
- 17% superannuation
- Up to six weeks of paid annual leave
- Up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave (primary care giver), in addition to government payments (eligibility criteria apply)
- Recognition of prior service with another Australian university / NT Government for Long Service Leave (recognition applied to qualifying period only)




- Ability to negotiate transfer of leave entitlements under the Public Employment (Mobility) Act 1989
- Free on-campus parking in designated areas
- Employee Assistance Program
- Salary Packaging opportunities
- An employer who values your contribution to building a bigger, better and stronger University
- Work with a University committed to changing people’s lives for the better through training, education, and research
- Opportunities for career development, paid study and career progression
- Access to over 5,000 courses via LinkedIn learning corporate membership

How to Apply
All applications must be received online via the ‘apply’ button and should include your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion about the position please contact Professor Tinashe Dune on 04•• ••• 020 or email ••••@cdu.edu.au

Do you need support?
CDU endeavours to establish and maintain effective systems and processes that support a flexible and inclusive workplace culture.
Adjustments can be made to support you throughout the application and selection process, as well as during employment, in line with the University’s Workplace Adjustment Policy and Procedure

For confidential discussions, reasonable adjustment requests, or further information on workplace inclusion and policies, please contact People Services on 08 •••• •284 or ••••@cdu.edu.au.

Work Health and Safety
CDU is committed to providing a physical and psychological safe working workplace. Confidential support can also be provided to employees who may be experiencing domestic, family or sexual violence outside the workplace.

Diversity and Inclusion
At CDU, we actively celebrate our diversity and believe that our differences will make CDU the most connected University in Australia. We are committed to maintaining a culture where every member of our University community feels respected, safe, encouraged to speak up and supported in achieving their professional goals, and that they truly belong.
Applications from First Nations people, women at all levels, culturally and racially marginalised people, people with disability, neurotypical and neurodiverse people, LGBTQIA+ people, people with family and caring responsibilities and people at all stages of their careers are welcomed.

You make CDU. And we want you to be exactly who you are.

Applications Close: Wednesday 23rd September 2026.

📌 Senior Lecturer - Clinical Psychology (Darwin)
🏢 Charles Darwin University
📍 Darwin