Clinical Lecturer (Psychiatrist)

Classification: Academic Level B
Salary package: $118,632 - $134,507 per annum (pro rata) plus 17% superannuation 
Term: Part-time (3.5 hours per week), Fixed Term (up to 24 months)

The Position

This position is part of an NIH-funded research project supporting a two-year clinical trial. The role is critical to the trial’s success, providing essential psychiatric supervision as required by the study protocol. Key responsibilities include assessing participant eligibility, reviewing clinical concerns raised by research staff, and advising on emergent psychiatric issues throughout the trial.

The successful candidate will contribute to cutting-edge research in novel therapies for mental health conditions, particularly involving non-invasive brain stimulation and potentially psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. This includes ongoing patient assessment and expert psychiatric input into trial management. 

The Person

The ideal candidate will hold a primary medical degree and have completed postgraduate training in psychiatry, with some experience in clinical research. This role is particularly suited to a psychiatrist who has completed their training in Australia, is registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP). Senior psychiatry trainees who meet the necessary requirements may also be considered.

The successful applicant will also possess the flexibility to adjust existing clinical or professional responsibilities to support the project’s needs, ensuring timely contributions aligned with the program’s strategic objectives. Strong communication, collaboration, and time-management skills are essential for success in this role.

Working at ANU

This is an opportunity to work with a world class University that undertakes cutting edge research and has a strong tradition in research-led teaching excellence.

We offer:

• Flexible working arrangements including hybrid arrangements working both on our beautiful, green campus and working remotely,
• Generous paid parental leave entitlements of up to 32 weeks. We are one of the leading employers in Australia for parental leave entitlements,
• Designated parent rooms, quiet spaces and childcare facilities on campus,
• Career support, training, mentoring & upskilling opportunities.

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A Diverse and Inclusive Team

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ANU is a large, diverse employer with staff working across numerous professions (see the full list of available roles here. We are a recipient of the bronze award through the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) program and a platinum member of the Australian Network on Disability. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities and from individuals who may have had a non-linear career path, career gaps or career breaks.

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For more information about the position please contact Professor Paul Fitzgerald E: director.smp@anu.edu.au

To Apply

To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents:

• A current curriculum vitae (CV), and
• No more than a two-page summary addressing your suitability against the selection criteria.

The committee will consider candidates that do not meet one or more aspects of the selection criteria.

If you require adjustments to participate in any of the above assessments, please contact our HR team. Any adjustment request or the disclosure of disability will not be communicated to the selection committee without the candidates consent and it will not be having any bearing on hiring decisions.

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The successful applicant must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.