"Lecturer, Educational Psychology"

Job Description

• Fixed Term, full-time appointment (Until December 2026)
• Level B: $119,491 - $137,996 + 17% Superannuation

About the Area

The Faculty of the Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities brings people and place to life and from that our desire to think, examine, express and create, to act collectively for positive social change; that is our purpose – to provide the foundation and inspiration for living and to work towards a better life for everyone, particularly those who are most vulnerable in society.

The School of Education has a strong profile in providing highly regarded pre-service teacher education in Early Childhood, Primary, and Secondary contexts, and in providing continuing professional education via postgraduate coursework.

About the Role

We are seeking an innovative and inspiring Lecturer to join our School of Education, with a focus on educational psychology across early childhood, primary, or secondary education. Based at our Wollongong campus, this role involves delivering engaging face-to-face teaching through lectures, seminars, and practical sessions, while developing high-quality subject materials. The successful candidate will conduct scholarly research in their area of expertise, supervise honours and postgraduate students, and contribute to assessment and subject coordination. Active participation in governance, service, and professional engagement is expected, along with a commitment to fostering inclusive, impactful learning experiences that reflect the values of excellence, integrity, and social equity.

How to Apply

You will be prompted to respond to a selection criteria questionnaire as part of the application process. Please also attach your CV to your application. 

For further information about this position, please contact Shirley Agostinho, Head of School Education on + 61 2 4221 5512 or shirleya@uow.edu.au.

Position Description

Closing Date: Wednesday 3 September 2025, 11:59 PM.

_The University of Wollongong is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, and a recognised leader in gender equality, we encourage and welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and people including: culturally and linguistically diverse, women, disability, LGBTIQ+, and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians._

Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Only candidates with valid work rights in Australia are eligible to apply

Note: This position is not suitable for remote work in accordance with the UOW Remote Working Guidelines.

Note: This position has been classified as ‘child-related work”, more information is available within the position description. 

About Us

The University of Wollongong was born with a mission to transform our region: to educate and empower the people of the Illawarra. Our commitment to a better future has shaped our direction and impact since our inception.

 Over the years, we have grown to be a global diverse and inclusive civic university, working to solve global challenges and promoting harmony and social cohesion. We are proud to be a globally recognised and respected university, opening doors for our students, staff and partners.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 5466
• Job Category Academic Teaching/Research
• Posting Date 08/13/2025, 04:51 AM
• Apply Before 09/03/2025, 01:59 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Northfields Ave, Wollongong, NSW, 2522, AU