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Senior Lecturer/Lecturer Psychology James Cook University Singapore


James Cook University Singapore -The Department of Psychology

Established in 2003, JCU Singapore offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs from James Cook University Australia. James Cook University Australia is recognized internationally as a leading research university and is ranked among the top 4% universities in the world for academic and research performance*. James Cook University focuses on providing high quality education that is both rewarding and fulfilling for students.
The Department of Psychology at JCU Singapore offers APAC (Australian Psychological Accreditation Council) accredited Bachelor of Psychology (Honours), Master of Psychology (Clinical) and Doctor of Psychology (Clinical) degrees. Please visit http://www.jcu.edu.sg or http://www.jcu.edu.au for more information.
We are now seeking suitable candidates for the position of Senior Lecturer/Lecturer Psychology.
Lecturer (LPSY): 2 level A/B* equivalent positionsSenior Lecturer (SLPSY): 1 level C equivalent position
*Please refer to the JCU Academic Position Classification Standards for detail: http://www.jcu.edu.au/jobs/docs/JCUDEV_008197.html
Duties:
  • Make a significant contribution to the Department of Psychology's undergraduate and postgraduate programs through undergraduate teaching and research supervision for fourth-year students and Clinical Master and Doctoral students
  • Develop and maintain an active research program and a high level of professional activities
  • Assist with the administration of the Psychology programs including marking and assessment
  • Provide student consultation
  • Participate in administrative service to the University, including membership of committees, as requested by the Campus Dean.
Key Selection Criteria:
  • PhD in Psychology (or final stage completion of the degree for Lecturer level appointment)
  • A publication record relative to career stage
  • Evidence of quality teaching and supervision of students at the undergraduate and /or postgraduate level
  • The ability to teach across a range of subjects including (but not limited to) biological psychology, forensic psychology, research methods/statistics, sensation and perception, health psychology and counselling
  • Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective relations with colleagues in an academic environment and with people from diverse backgrounds
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Highly Desirable Criteria:
  1. Membership (or eligibility for membership) of the Australian Psychology Society (APS)
  2. Membership (or eligibility for membership) of the APS College of Clinical Psychologists
For exceptional candidates, an appointment at Associate Professor Level (level D) will be considered.
Enquiries: Ms Shobha Devi, Director Human Resources; Tel: +65 65766815; Email: hr@jcu.edu.sg
Employment type: Fulltime, Renewable contract, subject to a probationary period.
Remuneration and conditions: The positions command an appropriate remuneration package commensurate with qualifications and experience. All employment salary arrangements are offered in Singapore currency.
Method of Application: Applicants must provide a full statement of qualifications, a statement systematically addressing the Selection Criteria, a teaching profile, a completed Summary Application Form and the names and contact details of three persons who consent to act as referees. Please state the position and reference number you are applying for in subject header. Please send applications to hr@jcu.edu.sg attached as .doc, .docx or .pdf documents via the Apply button below.
We thank you for your interest and regret we are only able to notify shortlisted candidates.
The University reserves the right to invite applications or, alternatively, not to make an appointment.
*The Academic Ranking of World Universities, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, 2011
JCU Singapore (registered as James Cook Australia, Institute of Higher Learning in Singapore) is a wholly owned company of James Cook University Australia. The University offers Bachelor & Master Programs in Business, Psychology, Information Technology & Education at the JCU Singapore campus.