• Full time, fixed term until 31st December 2029. Located on the Camperdown Campus at the School of Psychology
• Exciting opportunity to join a world-leading Psychology department
• Base Salary, Academic Level B/C $122,830 - $173,492 + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The School of Psychology at the University of Sydney is seeking applications from exceptional candidates for a Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Behavioural Neuroscience. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a programme of independent research that will complement and enhance the School's existing research strengths in behavioural neuroscience. They will also contribute to undergraduate teaching in behavioural neuroscience and related topics within the School of Psychology.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• conduct and publish high quality research in the field of behavioural neuroscience
• apply for nationally competitive research funding (e.g. ARC/NHRMC)
• provide high quality undergraduate teaching, including coordination, delivery, and assessment
• provide outstanding research training and supervision (including honours)
• contribute to governance, leadership, and engagement within the School and across the broader University

The School of Psychology consistently ranks among the best in the world. In the most recent QS World University Rankings, the School ranked in the Top 3 Psychology departments in Australia and the Top 30 in the world, with the University of Sydney ranking in the Top 20 universities in the world.

The School is one of eight in the Faculty of Science and has a global reputation for its outstanding research and teaching, with strengths in Experimental Psychology (e.g. perception, learning, cognition), Behavioural and Cognitive Neuroscience (e.g. animal models, neural systems, computational modelling), Applied Psychology (e.g. health, coaching, social, and individual differences), and Clinical Psychology (adult and child mental health, aging/dementia, addiction). The School delivers world class education across accredited programmes at all levels; Bachelor, Honours, Master of Clinical Psychology, and Higher Degree Research tracks (PhD, MPhil) as well as a Master of Science in Coaching Psychology. The School is very well-resourced and is renowned for its supportive environment whereby success comes from collaboration and mentoring among our staff. The School is also part of several Multi-Disciplinary Initiatives (e.g. Brain & Mind Centre, Charles Perkins Centre) providing excellent opportunities to work in high impact multi-disciplinary teams.

To learn more about the School of Psychology, click here.

About you

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 a Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Behavioural Neuroscience who has:

• a PhD in Psychology or a related area
• a record of independent research and high-quality publications in behavioural neuroscience commensurate with the level applied for
• demonstrated record of applying for (Lecturer) and attracting (Senior Lecturer) nationally competitive research grants (e.g. ARC, NHMRC)
• demonstrated ability to provide high quality research supervision
• demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with other academic and professional staff to co-ordinate and develop curriculum and assessment in behavioural neuroscience and related areas commensurate with level applied for
• a proven record of high-quality teaching, including lecturing, tutoring, and assessment
• evidence of the ability to contribute to governance, leadership, and engagement within the School and across the broader University commensurate with the level applied for
• demonstrated ability to work collaboratively to foster principles of equity, diversity and inclusion.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. 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 LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.

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.

The application should include:

• Cover Letter (Max 2 pages) that:
  • Indicates the level for which you are applying
  • Explicitly addresses each of the above criteria in the 'About you' section
  • Lists any career disruptions that should be taken into consideration in relation to your achievements relative to opportunity.
• CV (Max 4 pages) that includes:
  • Relevant education/employment
  • Relevant publications and grants received, including a list of all authors/investigators in authorship order
  • Relevant teaching/supervision experience
  • Any other details you consider relevant
• Please do not submit any other additional supporting information. This will be requested if needed.

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