Lecturer - Psychology

SCHOOL/UNIT Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences

SPECIALISATION Psychology

CLASSIFICATION Level B

WORK LOCATION Main campus

Organisational context

Monash University is Australia’s largest university and a member of the prestigious Group of Eight. We’ve been consistently ranked among the world’s top universities, rising 13 places in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2023 to rank 44th globally, reflecting our strong commitment to academic and research excellence.

Monash is a global university with four local campuses throughout Australia, as well as international locations in Malaysia, Indonesia, China, Italy and India. A unique alliance with the University of Warwick (UK) sits alongside an array of international collaborations with leading universities and corporations around the world, expanding the University’s global network.

Established in 1998, Monash University Malaysia is Monash’s third-largest campus and one of Malaysia’s most respected universities. We were awarded a six-star SETARA rating by the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia in 2017 and once more in 2019, cementing our position in the very top cohort of outstanding universities in the country. In 2020, we received a five-star rating for research excellence from the Malaysia Research Assessment.

As a self-accrediting University, we attract students not just from Malaysia, but from all over the world. More than 9300 students representing approximately 79 nationalities are currently enrolled at Monash Malaysia, and they enjoy a quality study experience supported by over 860 staff members.

We’re Monash’s platform for scholarly engagement with Southeast Asia, offering degrees in arts and social sciences, business, engineering, information technology, medicine, psychology and health sciences, pharmacy, and science across seven schools.

Our campus is located in Greater Kuala Lumpur, one of the region’s industrial hotspots. We sit in the heart of the rapidly developing economic corridor linking Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok and beyond. Our education and research are oriented towards deep engagement with this dynamic social and industrial landscape.

In 2023 Monash Malaysia celebrates 25 transformative years of making change. Since welcoming our first cohort of 417 students, we have built a reputation for quality, credibility and integrity, and is held in high esteem by our students, alumni, industry and government. We maintain a long and proud tradition of excellence in education, combined with liberal values of enquiry, providing a fertile environment for bright young minds to flourish and lifelong opportunities for those wishing to enhance their education and career. Join us as we celebrate the accomplishments of our students, alumni and staff, and look towards an exciting future.

For further information, please visit www.monash.edu.my.

Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences was established in 2005. The School’s vision is to become a leading medical school in Asia, as measured by the quality and impact of its teaching and research, and, through these, to engage with and serve the community. By pursuing this vision, the school contributes to the University’s mission to improve the human condition by advancing knowledge and fostering creativity.

The School offers the Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine, Bachelor of Human Nutrition, Bachelor of Psychology and Business, Bachelor of Psychology, Bachelor of Psychology (Honours), Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours), Master of Professional Counselling, Master of Biomedical Science and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programs. 

Delivery of the medicine program is spread over several locations with the first two years being taught at the Monash University Malaysia at Main Campus in Bandar Sunway, Selangor while the subsequent three years being taught at the Clinical School in Johor Bahru. 

For more information, please visit: https://www.monash.edu.my/jcsmhs

Department of Psychology

Teaching in psychology at Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Monash University Malaysia, commenced in 2007 with the establishment of the Discipline of Psychology, coinciding with the introduction of the Bachelor of Psychological Science and Business program (now known as Bachelor of Psychology and Business). In 2011, the introduction of an Honours degree in Psychological Science (now known as Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)) expanded the academic offerings. The Discipline of Psychology was subsequently elevated to the Department of Psychology in 2015, coinciding with the launch of two new programs: Bachelor of Psychological Science (now known as Bachelor of Psychology) and Master of Professional Counselling.

The department boasts excellent research facilities in areas such as cognitive neuroscience, clinical/counselling psychology, and social and cross-cultural psychology. Situated at the main campus of Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Monash University Malaysia in Bandar Sunway, Selangor Darul Ehsan, the Department continues to evolve and thrive.

For more information, please visit https://www.monash.edu.my/jcsmhs/about/department-of-psychology

Position purpose

A Level B academic is expected to make contributions to the teaching effort of the university and to carry out activities to maintain and develop her/his scholarly, research and/or professional activities relevant to the profession or discipline.

This position is based at Main Campus, Bandar Sunway.

The appointee will contribute to teaching in the undergraduate psychology courses.  In addition, the appointee will be expected to undertake supervision of research projects in psychology. The appointee should have a track record of research in an area of psychology relevant to the Department’s research and education. The appointee will also actively contribute toward administrative service and unit coordination within the Department of Psychology.

Reporting Line: The position reports to Professor and Head, Department of Psychology

Supervisory responsibilities: Not applicable

Financial delegation and/or budget responsibilities: Not applicable

Key responsibilities

1. Contribute to curriculum development, innovation, enhancement and quality assurance in the undergraduate and postgraduate units
2. Deliver innovative and excellent teaching, learning and assessment experiences for undergraduate and postgraduate students
3. Conduct original research, developing an active record of publication and starting to build a profile of grants and supervision
4. Participate in collaborations with other universities and with government, industry and/or civil society to drive research impact and educational excellence
5. Support the management of education, research and/or administration in the School through, for example, participation in committees

Key selection criteria

1. A doctoral qualification (PhD) or equivalent qualification
2. Demonstrated ability to teach in a university environment
3. Demonstrated ability to produce excellent research and supervision of Undergraduate/Honours students
4. Demonstrated ability to work with partners in universities, government and/or civil society
5. Demonstrated skills and experience in collaboration and teamwork

Legal compliance

Ensure you are aware of and adhere to legislation and University policy relevant to the duties undertaken, including: Equal Employment Opportunity, supporting equity and fairness; Occupational Health and Safety, supporting a safe workplace; Conflict of Interest (including Conflict of Interest in Research); Paid Outside Work; Privacy; Research Conduct; and Staff/Student Relationships.