Postdoctoral Fellow - Psychology
Apply for the Postdoctoral Fellow - Psychology role at UNSW.
UNSW is a leading research university with world‑class undergraduate psychology degrees, postgraduate Masters training in Clinical and Forensic Psychology, an online Graduate Diploma program, and a PhD research program. The School of Psychology is nationally and internationally recognised for its excellence in research and teaching, attracting outstanding staff and students from Australia and overseas.
About The Role
- $113k – $121k plus 17% Superannuation and annual leave loading
- Fixed Term – 2 years
- Full time (35 hours)
Specific Responsibilities
Contribute independently and collaboratively with a research team in the School of Psychology and the Australian Defence Force to conduct intervention studies on mental health.Conduct literature reviews regarding mental health in defence personnel, as well as psychological interventions for common mental disorders.Undertake specific research projects under the guidance of a research leader and contribute to the development of research activities.Prepare manuscripts for peer‑review publication, including content creation, statistical reporting, and summarising literature reviews.Participate in and / or present at conferences and / or workshops relevant to the project as required.Align with and actively demonstrate the Code of Conduct and Values.Cooperate with all health and safety policies and procedures of the university and take all reasonable care to ensure that your actions or omissions do not impact on the health and safety of yourself or others.Selection Criteria
A PhD in a related discipline and relevant experience in the field of mental health.Demonstrated experience with sophisticated statistical analyses.Demonstrated ability to synthesise peer‑reviewed literature.Demonstrated experience working in a research management role.Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.Demonstrated ability to undertake high‑quality academic research and conduct independent research with limited supervision.Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity.Demonstrated ability to work well with others, to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.Evidence of highly developed interpersonal skills.Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders.An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.Contact
Richard Bryant
E : r.bryant@unsw.edu.au
Applications close : November 13th, 2025
UNSW is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
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