• Join a university that’s transforming tomorrow, today
• Flexible, inclusive work environment with generous remuneration and benefits
• Choice of Lismore, Gold Coast or Coffs Harbour campuses suited to the Australian coastal lifestyles

About us

Southern Cross University is a young, dynamic and rising institution of excellence committed to transforming tomorrow . Our game changing new education model brings a deeper learning experience, improving individual student outcomes and quality of life.

Working at Southern Cross University combines a rare combination of being surrounded by ambitious students, amazing and dedicated colleagues and an environment of stunning natural beauty. We are leaders in our communities in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Coffs Harbour and the Gold Coast and pride ourselves on helping shape a better tomorrow.

About the opportunity

Southern Cross University’s Faculty of Health is expanding their health programs to prepare the next generation of dedicated counsellors and are seeking a Professor, Associate Professor or Senior Lecturer of Counselling to lead the delivery of a new counselling program. This is an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact in the world by designing engaging learning experiences and building connections with industry and community to develop accredited counselling professionals.

We are seeking applications from compassionate, ethical and talented academics to significantly contribute to the overall development, learning and teaching, research and engagement with relevant organisations to equip our students with the skills and ability to transform tomorrow, today. Additionally, you will:

• Contribute to the design of curriculum and delivery of unique counselling units; and
• Undertake quality interdisciplinary research and other professional activities that promote the discipline, Faculty and University more broadly.

About you

To be considered for this position, you will be a qualified counsellor/counsellor educator and possess a PhD or be close to completion of a PhD in psychology or a relevant area. You will be passionate and committed to the development of the counselling discipline to ensure the courses offer an enriched learning experience. In addition, you will demonstrate the knowledge and skills required to contribute to innovative curriculum in the counselling discipline. More specifically, you will have:

• Eligibility for or current registration with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA);
• Demonstrated teaching success evidenced by learning outcomes;
• A growing publication record relative to opportunity; and
• Established relationships with key academics, industry or professional institutions and a proven ability to network.

To be considered for an appointment at Professor/Associate Professor, you will possess a PhD and leadership experience and scholarly achievement at a senior level.

The University’s values are integrity and collegiality. Alignment with these values, along with the ability to actively contribute to the success of a team, are inherent requirements of the role.

Salary and benefits

Our staff benefit from flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work models, generous parental and carer’s leave provisions, wellbeing initiatives, employee assistance programs and professional learning opportunities. This position is:

• Full-time, continuing (permanent)
• Located at either Coffs Harbour, Gold Coast or Lismore. Generous relocation support available.
• Academic Level E, D or C:
• The base salary for Academic Level E is $190,982 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $223,448.
• The base salary for Academic Level D ranges from $148,746-$163,655 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $191,476.
• The base salary for Academic Level C ranges from $123,900-$142,531 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $166,761.

Find out more about working at SCU by visiting Why Work at SCU.

Application requirements

Applicants must apply online and provide responses to the selection criteria in the position description by the closing date. Information to support you prepare your application is available on our website . If you experience difficulties applying online or need reasonable adjustments at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know by contacting [email protected].

To view the full position advertisement and details of the application process please click on the APPLY button where you will be redirected to the Southern Cross University website.

Job applicants must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident or currently hold a visa with ongoing work rights in Australia. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Further information

Closing Date: 9:00am AEST 26 October 2022.

Southern Cross University is committed to diversity and social inclusion and aim to ensure equality in the recruitment of our staff. Applications are supported and encouraged from those that bring diversity to the University.

Together, we are Transforming Tomorrow.