[What the role is]
This is a teaching role in the School of Humanities & Social Sciences.
[What you will be working on]
- Conduct and deliver lessons to full-time diploma students and part-time adult learners in subjects related to Psychology and research, with a focus on Behavioural Science/Insights,Special Needs Education or Community Psychology.
- Design, prepare, and develop teaching and learning materials (for face-to-face and online learning), ensuring accessibility and inclusivity.
- Be attuned to the latest developments in the fields of Psychology, Behavioural Science/Insights, Special Needs Education, or Community Psychology, integrating best and current practices into the curriculum.
- Conduct and facilitate student-industry collaborations and take an active role in engagement with industry.
- Supervise students in research projects that may be quantitative and/or qualitative in nature.
- Mentor and motivate students, inspiring them to actively participate in student life and developmental activities, such as local and overseas learning trips.
- Provide academic and career guidance to students.
- Take on additional duties as necessary (e.g. committee work, overseas study trips and outreach events).
- Proactively engage in continuous professional development to enhance pedagogical, research, and administrative capabilities.
[What we are looking for]
- A tertiary qualification in Psychology is required, with a strong background in research and relevant experience in Special Needs Education, Community Psychology, or Behavioural Science/Insights preferred.
- Minimum three years of relevant industry experience.
- A passion and genuine interest to share knowledge and interact with youths and/or adults.
- Strong industry linkages to enable collaboration and engagement with industry partners.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrate high levels of professionalism, and willingness to invest in continuous learning.
- Adopt scientific and empirical perspectives in working with colleagues, industry partners and students.
- IT-savvy, and able to utilize learning technologies to enhance the learning of students.