• Deliver innovative training to strengthen the rural and remote psychology workforce.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful change
• Collaborative, inclusive culture focused on innovation and community impact
• Can be Based in Cairns, Mount Isa, Mackay, Longreach, Cloncurry or Remotely
• Part time – 7.25 hpw | Fixed term to 31 December 2026
• ACAD B $109,791 - $129,547 + 17% Super & excellent benefits

James Cook University (JCU) is seeking a passionate and experienced Clinical Educator, Psychology to join the Murtupuni Centre for Rural and Remote Health (MCRRH). In this part-time, remote role, you’ll deliver the Psychology and Allied Health Supervisor Training Program (STP)—a nationally recognised, interprofessional training program approved by the Psychology Board of Australia.

About the Role

As Clinical Educator, you’ll contribute to curriculum development, deliver virtual workshops, assess training outcomes, and help build supervision capacity for psychologists and allied health professionals across outback Australia. You may also have the opportunity to contribute to rural health policy and support broader health services education.

What we offer:

• Flexibility with remote work and part-time hours
• The chance to deliver training that shapes the future of rural and remote health
• An opportunity to contribute to national policy and workforce development

What you’ll bring:

• General registration with the Psychology Board of Australia and approval as a PsyBA supervisor
• At least 5 years' experience as a Psychology Board of Australia approved supervisor
• Confidence in delivering training and assessments remotely
• Strong interpersonal, organisational, and communication skills
• A commitment to equity, diversity, reconciliation, and the needs of rural and remote communities

 Desirable:

• Experience in health professional education or rural generalist practice
• Interdisciplinary collaboration experience
• Understanding of the challenges facing provisional psychologists in rural and remote areas

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)

How to Apply and Contact Details

Make a meaningful impact on psychology training and support workforce development in Australia’s most remote regions.

Apply now to join JCU’s nationally recognised rural health team.

Click the ‘apply’ button where you will be asked to complete an application form or alternatively, please apply directly via the 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 Sunday 17 August 2025

Further information is available by contacting Andrew Varela on 0428684655 or via email to andrew.varela@jcu.edu.au

 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.