Clinical Educator, Psychology

• Part Time - 14.5 hpw | Fixed Term to 30 June 2026
• Ongoing professional and career development | Collaborative team environment
• Can be based anywhere in rural and remote Australia
• Academic Level B: $106,593 - $125,774 + 17% superannuation contributions.

James Cook University (JCU) is creating a brighter future for life in the Tropics and beyond, through education and research that makes a difference locally and globally.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Educator, Psychology to join our team at the Murtupuni Centre for Rural and Remote Health based anywhere in rural and remote Australia.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Clinical Educator, Psychology, contributes to the Supervisor Training Program (STP) by playing a key role in developing the rural and remote workforce by enhancing supervision capacity within the psychology and allied health sectors in outback Australia. This position will also contribute to national and regional policy through research and professional leadership, while supporting the broader health services research and education initiatives of MCRRH.

The Supervisor Training Program (STP) for Psychology and Allied Health is an accredited training program approved by the Psychology Board of Australia. It is designed for both new and experienced supervisors and serves as an interprofessional program that also fulfills AHPRA's requirements for accrediting psychologists as supervisors.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

ABOUT THE MURTUPUNI CENTRE FOR RURAL AND REMOTE HEALTH

The Murtupuni Centre for Rural and Remote Health (MCRRH) is a federally funded nationally networked University Department of Rural Health with additional funded vertical programs and key performance indicators set by the Department of Health specifically focused on health workforce. Located in Mount Isa with nodes in Cloncurry and Longreach, MCRRH serves the large geographic region of outback northern Queensland. As a small academic department with a broad range of responsibilities within the rural and remote health and education sector, our mission is to lead excellence in remote, rural and Indigenous health in outback Queensland.

WHY JCU?

JCU offers a dynamic and culturally diverse workplace where your ideas are valued, your professional growth is supported, and your work-life balance is respected. Working under the values of Authenticity, Excellence, Integrity, and Respect, we support and empower our people through the provisions of;

• A generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions with UniSuper
• 36.25-hour full-time working week
• 5 weeks of annual recreation leave plus leave loading
• 15 days paid sick/carers leave per year
• Cash out annual leave and time in lieu options
• Up to 6 months paid parental leave
• A range of flexible working options
• Attractive options for salary packaging
• Staff study assistance and paid study leave
• Ongoing professional development support
• Fitness Passport
• Corporate discount on health insurance
• Free Employee Assistance Program (coaching and counselling)
• Relocation and Accommodation maybe negotiated

HOW TO APPLY AND CONTACT DETAILS

Are you ready to make a difference? Join us at JCU, where your future meets the tropics.

Click the ‘apply’ button where you will be asked to complete an application form or please apply directly via the JCU careers page and follow the below steps:

1. Complete the application form
2. Upload your current resume
3. Upload a cover letter outlining your relevant experience in relation to the key requirements of the role and how your skills and experience will ensure your success in the role.

Applications close on Tuesday 8 October at 11:55 PM AEST.

For any enquiries about the role, please contact Andrew Varela on 0428 684 655 or email [email protected].

James Cook University encourages people from all backgrounds who meet role requirements to apply. We value and celebrate the diversity of our community, and are committed to ensuring our community, and are committed to ensuring our learning and working environment is safe and welcoming.