African Development University

About This Job The Assistant Professor in Psychology is responsible for delivering high-quality teaching across core and specialized areas such as cognitive, developmental, social, and abnormal psychology, using evidence-based and student-centered approaches. The role includes preparing and updating course materials, assessing student performance, and supervising research projects to ensure the achievement of program learning outcomes. The Assistant Professor contributes to curriculum development and continuous program improvement to align with international standards and emerging trends in psychology. In addition to teaching, the position requires active engagement in research and scholarly activities, including publications and participation in academic conferences. The role also involves academic advising, departmental service, and collaboration with community and professional organizations to enhance student learning and program relevance. Job Description The role involves teaching students in undergraduates and postgraduate academic programs while ensuring appropriate support is provided and high-performance levels are achieved. In addition to program coordination, the Assistant Professor will head research in specialized area related in order to enhance ADU’s profile and contribute to the knowledge development of the local and international community. The role will also require active participation in engaging in diverse pedagogical methods and instructional strategies that support students in their holistic development. The individual must be committed to achieve the university’s mission, vision, and values. 

Join the Department of Psychological Sciences in 2026 Full-time or part-time, ongoing position at our Hawthorn campus Academic Level B/C/D + 17% super and staff benefits This opportunity may be fulfilled through one full-time appointment or multiple part-time appointments across different academic levels whose combined workload is equivalent to one full-time position. About the Role We are seeking an outstanding academic to join our Department of Psychological Sciences as a Lecturer (Level B), Senior Lecturer (Level C), or Associate Professor (Level D) to contribute and provide academic and professional leadership across Swinburne’s psychology programs, with a particular focus on advancing high-quality teaching, professional training, and research within the Master of Psychology (Educational and Developmental Psychology) and other postgraduate psychology courses. In this role, you will contribute to or lead excellence in teaching through evidence-based pedagogy; curriculum innovation; clinical supervision; and the ongoing development and delivery of the Master of Psychology (Educational and Developmental Psychology). You will contribute to internal and external accreditation processes and support staff capability building, promote high-quality and consistent learning experiences for students, and contribute to Departmental and School initiatives and strategic priorities. As a Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, or Associate Professor, you will also be expected to contribute to and/or lead an innovative and impactful research program. This will include producing high-quality scholarly outputs, supervising HDR students and developing and managing industry partnerships that strengthen the Department’s and School’s research profile. At Level D, the role carries a stronger emphasis on academic leadership, staff mentoring, research leadership, and strategic contribution to teaching, research, and professional practice across the Department and School. *To view the full list of Key Selection Criteria for each level, please scroll down to the bottom of this page and click on the relevant Position Description. About You To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities:  Demonstrated experience teaching in a University setting (Level B Preferred and Level C Essential) Demonstrated excellence in University teaching, curriculum development, and clinical supervision (Level D) Evidence of successful leadership in academic or professional settings (Level D) A track record of publications and a demonstrated commitment to ongoing research activities. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively within multidisciplinary academic teams. High-level interpersonal, professional, and written communication skills. Qualifications A Doctoral degree (PhD or DPsych). Registration with AHPRA with specialist endorsement in Educational and Developmental Psychology. Board-approved supervisor status with the Psychology Board of Australia About Swinburne University of Technology  Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research. Our Ad Astra strategy is the cornerstone of Swinburne’s bold ambition to lead globally in technology-driven education and research. This strategy positions us to create transformative solutions, empower learners, and partner with industry to thrive in an ever-changing world. What We Offer You! Work your way with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options and generous parental leave to support a balanced lifestyle.  Exclusive staff discounts, including discounted Medibank health insurance, 50% off Swinburne courses and other partner offers. Swinburne offers 17% super and salary packaging options, including car leasing and extra super contributions. Want to learn more? Head over to our benefits page! To Apply  Please submit your CV, Cover Letter and Responses to the Key Selection Criteria. To review the Position Description and to apply, please scroll down to the bottom of the page.  If you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click ‘apply’ and you will be redirected to Swinburne’s Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.  If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Swinburne Talent Acquisition Team on talentacquisition@swin.edu.au  Applications Close: Tuesday, 2 June 2026 at 11:30pm.  Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world. Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age. We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership We support applicants with disabilities, and reasonable adjustments can be requested at any stage of the recruitment process. For reasonable adjustment requests - including accessible formats of the position description, application form, or other documents, please contact talentacquisition@swin.edu.au or call +61 3 9214 3550. Please note: this phone number is for disability and reasonable adjustment enquiries only. General enquiries about the role can also be emailed to talentacquisition@swin.edu.au. Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes. As a signatory to Victoria’s Commitment to Action, Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates. As a Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to responding to every applicant. #LI-SW Position Description - Lecturer, Psychology (Level B) Position Description - Senior Lecturer, Psychology (Level C) Position Description - Associate Professor, Psychology (Level D) How to apply: Start your application by clicking the "begin" button. Login to an existing account or reset your password View our FAQ section View Hints & Tips to help with your application Preview Application Form By choosing to continue, you agree to the privacy policy. Show Privacy Policy

Full time, fixed term for 12 months, with strong potential for multi-year extension subject to performance and continued project funding Based at the Australian Centre for Robotics (ACFR), University of Sydney Base Salary $117,133 - $127,610 + 17% superannuation About the opportunity The Australian Centre for Robotics (ACFR), has been instrumental in developing breakthrough technologies, conducting world-renowned research and developing field robotics principles and systems. We are currently seeking to hire a Senior Software Engineer to contribute to the development, testing, and field deployment of software systems for ground robots operating in extreme field environments. Working under broad supervision, you will deliver software contributions across the platform's framework, autonomy stack, and data pipelines, supporting research and field trials across multiple application domains. You will work as part of a small, collaborative team alongside Mechatronics Engineers, Postdoctoral Research Fellows, and senior technical leads who set technical direction. The appointment is offered initially for 12 months. The programme is funded across multiple years and there is strong potential for extension subject to performance and continued funding. Your key responsibilities will be to: design, build, and test software components for ground robotic platforms in field robotics applications contribute to the core software framework, including middleware, sensor drivers, communications stack, and platform control software implement and integrate autonomy components in collaboration with research staff contribute to data pipelines for capture, transmission, and storage of field-collected research data write portable, reliable and maintainable source code in C++ and Python, targeted for ROS2 and Linux, conforming to a style guide and with unit tests support the analysis and resolution of technical issues, escalating complex matters to senior technical leads prepare, conduct and support tests of robots in the field and debug code in the field if required collaborate with Mechatronics Engineers on the software-mechatronics interface support the Project Manager in planning, risk management, field trials, and reporting occasionally travel to rural areas and/or interstate to support fieldwork The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for someone who has: tertiary qualifications in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent training and experience strong programming experience in C++ and Python with at least 3 years' experience experience with robotics middleware such as ROS or ROS2 (or equivalent) experience with Linux systems knowledge of object-oriented design and multithreaded or multiprocess applications ability to work independently to deliver assigned work and to solve technical problems in the field ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary teams experience with embedded systems, sensor drivers, or real-time software (desirable) experience with sensor fusion, point cloud or image processing, path planning, or machine learning applied to robotics (desirable) field deployment experience and in-field debugging on autonomous platforms (desirable) Sponsorship / work rights for Australia You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Pre-employment checks and declarations Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University's obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to have engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. EEO statement At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Cherie Goodwin or Rebecca Astar, Recruitment Operations by email to recruitment.sea@sydney.edu.au © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role. Applications Close Friday 29 May 2026 11:59 PM