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Supervising Psychologist & Placement Coordinator

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Supervising Psychologist & Placement Coordinator

Coordinator

2026-06-14

Location

Sydney, NSW

UNSW

Type

Part-time / Flexible (onsite)

Required Qualifications

Postgraduate qualification in Clinical Neuropsychology
AHPRA registration with Clinical Neuropsychology endorsement
Psychology Board Approved Supervisor
Experience supervising psychologists/registrars
Clinical Neuropsychology practice experience

Research Areas

Clinical Neuropsychology
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Supervising Psychologist & Placement Coordinator

About the role

The Supervising Psychologist and Placement Coordinator plays an important role in supporting the delivery of the Master of Clinical Neuropsychology program within the School of Psychology, Faculty of Science.

This role combines clinical supervision, student development, and supporting the Clinical Director with placement coordination across the Neuropsychology Clinic at UNSW and affiliated providers. Working closely with academic and clinical staff, you will support registered psychologists through supervision, feedback, and clinical training, while also supporting the Clinical Director with Workplace Integrated Learning (WIL) coordination and stakeholder engagement.

This role is suited to an experienced Clinical Neuropsychologist who enjoys mentoring students, contributing to high-quality clinical training, and working collaboratively across clinical and academic environments.

The program is intentionally small, allowing for a highly supportive and engaged learning environment.

About you

You are an experienced and collaborative Clinical Neuropsychologist who is passionate about student learning, clinical excellence, and supporting the development of future practitioners. You enjoy working across both clinical and academic environments and bring a thoughtful, student-centred approach to supervision and stakeholder engagement. You will bring:

  • A postgraduate qualification in Clinical Neuropsychology with significant relevant post-qualification experience
  • Current AHPRA registration as a Psychologist with endorsement in Clinical Neuropsychology
  • Recognition by the Psychology Board of Australia as a Board Approved Supervisor
  • Demonstrated experience in Clinical Neuropsychology practice, including assessment, intervention, and risk management across a range of client presentations
  • Experience supervising provisional and/or registered psychologists, including registrars
  • Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to provide clear and constructive feedback
  • Demonstrated stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills

Days of work are flexible, provided they are completed during business hours. Due to the nature of the role and student supervision requirements, this position needs to be onsite.

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications are required for the Supervising Psychologist role at UNSW?

You need a postgraduate qualification in Clinical Neuropsychology, current AHPRA registration with endorsement in Clinical Neuropsychology, and recognition as a Board Approved Supervisor by the Psychology Board of Australia. Significant post-qualification experience is essential. See academic career pathways.

📋What does the Placement Coordinator component involve?

The role supports the Clinical Director with Workplace Integrated Learning (WIL) coordination, stakeholder engagement, and placement management across the Neuropsychology Clinic and affiliated providers. Strong relationship management skills are required.

Is this Supervising Psychologist position full-time or flexible?

Days are flexible within business hours, but the role must be performed onsite due to student supervision requirements. It is suited to experienced practitioners who enjoy mentoring in a small, supportive program environment.

👥What supervision experience is needed for this UNSW Psychology job?

Demonstrated experience supervising provisional and/or registered psychologists, including registrars, is required. You will provide clinical supervision, feedback, and training to support students in the Master of Clinical Neuropsychology program.

📝How do I apply for the Supervising Psychologist & Placement Coordinator position?

Applications close 14 June 2026. Prepare a strong academic CV highlighting your Clinical Neuropsychology experience and supervision credentials. Review how to write an academic CV for guidance.
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