Senior Clinical Psychologist Coordinator - Research

Curtin University, Australia

Updated: about 16 hours ago
Location: Perth, WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Job Type: PartTime

Job Reference: 1425211

Please be aware that this recruitment process is conducted by South Metropolitan Health Service (SMHS). To apply, please copy and paste the following link and follow the instructions in their advertisement:
  • Official link: https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/page.php?pageID=160&windowUID=0&AdvertID=399531 
About the Role

0.4 FTE in total: 0.2 FTE through FSFHG and 0.2 FTE through Curtin School of Population Health, Curtin University (at level ALB 5).

Are you passionate about leading innovative research in Clinical Psychology and Neuropsychology? Join our dynamic team and make a significant impact on patient care and outcomes!

Key Responsibilities

  • Leadership & Excellence: Drive and foster excellence in Clinical Psychology and Neuropsychology, research, collaborating with the Fiona Stanley Fremantle Hospitals Group and Curtin School of Population Health.
  • Education & Mentorship: Provide essential research education, supervise, and mentor staff involved in or aspiring to engage in research.
  • Promote Evidence-Based Practice: Champion research and evidence-based practices to ensure top-quality health outcomes for patients and their families.
  • Strategic Management: Lead the strategic management of translating research knowledge into practical applications.

If you're ready to inspire and lead in a cutting-edge research environment, apply now and be a part of our mission to advance healthcare!

Position Description: Provides leadership and fosters excellence in Clinical Psychology & Neuropsychology research and articulates with research in the Fiona Stanley Fremantle Hospitals Group (FSFHG) Department of Clinical Psychology & Clinical Neuropsychology and the Curtin School of Population Health, Curtin University. Provides relevant research education, supervises and mentors staff engaged in, or seeking to engage in research. Promotes clinical-research opportunities to improve health outcomes for patients and their families and evidence informed standards of practice. Strategically manages the translation of Clinical Psychology and Neuropsychology research knowledge into relevant and contemporary practice. Practices as a Senior Clinical Psychologist and ensures practice is in accordance with laws and ethical standards of the Psychology Board of Australia (AHPRA), WA Health Code of Conduct and SMHS Values, policies, and guidelines and holds professional accountability to the Head of Department, Clinical Psychology and Neuropsychology.

Role Requirements:

  • As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role. 
  • Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction.  
  • This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check.
    • About Curtin University
      

    We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.


     
    What We Offer You:

    Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more. For more information, check out our benefits page!

    For more information about Curtin, please visit www.curtin.edu.au


    Join Us!

    Please be aware that this recruitment process is conducted by South Metropolitan Health Service (SMHS). To apply, please copy and paste the following link and follow the instructions in their advertisement:
    • Official Link: https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/page.php?pageID=160&windowUID=0&AdvertID=399531
    Applications close: Monday, 9th February 2026.
     
    Late applications or applications received via email will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted. 
     
    Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.
     
    Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.

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