• Western Sydney University’s Academic Decasualisation Program
• 2x Full-Time, Ongoing Appointments commencing from January 2025
• Remuneration: Academic Level A $106,765 to $128,989 p.a. | Includes 17% Superannuation & Leave Loading 
• Based at Western’s Parramatta South Campus

About Western Sydney University

Western Sydney University is a modern, forward-thinking, research-led university, located in the heart of Australia’s fastest-growing, economically significant region. The University has 11 campuses in Sydney, and campuses in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam and Surabaya, Indonesia. Two campuses are planned in India. The University has more than 200,000 alumni, almost 50,000 students and approximately 3,500 staff. 

Our Schools teach an array of programs and degrees carefully structured to meet the demands of future industry and the University is ranked in the top two per cent of universities worldwide, with over 85 per cent of its assessed research rated at ‘World Standard’ or above. In 2022 and 2023, the University was placed 1^st worldwide and in Australia for its commitment to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals in the Times Higher Education (THE) University Impact Rankings.

Our Strategic Plan stipulates that, starting in Western Sydney, our students will succeed, our research will have impact and our communities will thrive through our commitment to excellence, sustainability, equity, transformation and connectedness.

The mission is driven by four strong values:

1. Boldness
2. Integrity
3. Fairness
4. Excellence

Opportunity to be part of a sector leading program

Western Sydney University has established a sector-leading program to strengthen career pathways for casual academic staff by creating the equivalent of 150 full time positions by 1 March 2025. The WSU decasualisation program will play a significant role in reducing the level of insecure work in the Australian higher education sector.

With this in mind, the University is looking to recruit candidates it can invest in and develop over the long term, including training over the confirmation period to support candidates to retain stable, ongoing employment.

Successful candidates will undertake teaching, while also having the opportunity to develop a research portfolio and contribute to the University through governance activities at the School and/or University level. 

About the School of Psychology

The School of Psychology is at the forefront of excellence in research, teaching, and clinical training. Psychology at WSU is recognised as performing above world standard in the Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) evaluation.  Psychology subjects are ranked in the top 250 in both the Times Higher Education World Subject Rankings and the QS World University Rankings by Subject.

The School is committed to the provision of clinical services, quality research, student learning and retention with a focus on providing students with clear professional pathways that prepare them as job-ready graduates.  It provides two undergraduate (B Psych (Hons) and B Psych Sciences) undergraduate programs and two postgraduate professional practice programs: Master of Clinical Psychology and Master of Professional Psychology and is currently developing other postgraduate programs.

The School leadership team comprises the Dean of the School, Deputy Dean, Associate Deans, the School Manager, and Directors of Academic Program and is located across three campuses located at Bankstown City, Parramatta and Penrith (Kingswood).

About the Role

Join the School of Psychology at Western Sydney University as an Associate Lecturer to become a key player in an inspiring academic environment. This is your chance to make a significant impact through:

• Teaching: Develop, design, and deliver innovative and engaging teaching materials for tutorials, demonstrations, and workshops. Inspire and educate the next generation with your creative approach to teaching.
• Research: Dive into meaningful research and share your insights through publications and presentations. Your capacity for scholarly research will open new horizons and allow you to make a tangible impact in your academic discipline. Explore, innovate, and contribute to groundbreaking developments in your field.
• Connections: Engage with our dynamic academic community and build lasting relationships. Collaborate with colleagues who share your passion for knowledge and discovery. Your experience in industry and community engagement will enrich these connections, extending your impact beyond the classroom and into the broader community.

To be successful in the role, you will need to demonstrate excellence in teaching and a high level of energy and commitment to further developing a research profile that is fresh and relevant to the particular discipline. 

These are a full-time, ongoing positions commencing from January 2025. These positions are based at Western’s Parramatta South Campus, although travel to other campuses of the University may be required. 

Eligibility

Successful candidates will be subject to a two-year confirmation period and must provide evidence at the time of application that they:

• have been engaged as a casual academic for at least 2 teaching sessions within the previous 2 years at an Australian Higher Education institution; and 
• hold or have submitted all requirements for a PhD or other relevant Level 10 AQF qualification; and
• have not previously held an ongoing position with an Australian Higher Education provider in the previous 3 years.

Candidates must submit evidence of the above requirements and any evidence they have of successful teaching results, such as Student Feedback on Teaching survey outcomes, at the time of application.

Please review the position description for further information, including the selection criteria.

If this sounds like an opportunity for you, we want to hear from you! Apply now ensuring you carefully address each of the selection criteria in your application. Don't miss this chance to work at Western Sydney University, where every day is an opportunity to make a difference!

Remuneration Package: Academic Level A $106,765 to $128,989 p.a. (comprising Salary of $90,218 to $108,997 p.a., plus 17% Superannuation and Leave Loading), subject to a 2.9% salary increase effective from October 2024.

Position Enquiries: Please direct specific enquiries regarding the role to Professor Tanya Meade, Dean, via email psychology-dean@westernsydney.edu.au

Recruitment Enquiries: Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to Tiana Woodward, Recruitment Advisor, via email t.woodward@westernsydney.edu.au

Closing Date: 8:30pm, Sunday 29th September 2024

Interviews: Interviews are likely to be scheduled between Monday 21st October and Thursday 24th October 2024

​​​​​​​Working Rights in Australia - Eligibility

You must provide evidence of your full-time working rights in Australia at time of application.​​​​​​​

How to Apply

You MUST use the attached CV/Resume template with your application. In addition to your resume and cover letter, you are required to submit evidence of your eligibility as per the criteria above and address the selection criteria in your application.

Information on the Academic Decasualisation program and preparing for interviews is available via the following link: Academic Decasualisation Program

Please note, only those applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted.