Postdoctoral Fellow

Join to apply for the Postdoctoral Fellow - Psychology role at UNSW . The School of Psychology at UNSW is the leading Psychology school in Australia. It is located in the Faculty of Science and is recognised nationally and internationally for its excellence in research and teaching. It offers world‑class undergraduate psychology degrees, postgraduate professional Masters training in Clinical and Forensic Psychology, an online Graduate Diploma programme, and a PhD research programme with over 120 students. Forty academic staff conduct experimental research in many areas of Psychology, including behavioural and cognitive neuroscience, perception, learning, memory and cognition, as well as health, social, developmental, clinical and forensic psychology. UNSW Psychology is the only school in the southern hemisphere ranked in the top 30 by discipline in the THES, QS and ARWU rankings. The school has well‑equipped research and teaching facilities and attracts outstanding staff and students from Australia and overseas. UNSW is located 5 km from the centre of Sydney and is close to other research centres, teaching hospitals, transport, shopping and beaches. About The Role $113k - $121k plus 17% Superannuation and annual leave loading Fixed Term – 4 years Full time (35 hours) This position will be based in the School of Psychology at the University of NSW Sydney. The role reports to Scientia Associate Professor, Susanne Schweizer and has no direct reports. Specific Responsibilities Contribute independently or as a team member in collaborative research on perinatal mental health. Undertake specific research projects under the guidance of a research leader and contribute to the development of research activities. Work closely with lived experience collaborators to shape assessment and intervention tools. Support the dissemination of research outcomes through academic publications and conference presentations as well as various public engagement activities and innovative science communication. Undertake discipline‑appropriate research activities, e.g. literature reviews, experimental research, data collection and analyses using appropriate research methods. Assist with the supervision of research students in the research area where required. Liaise with national and international collaborators to ensure satisfactory project progression. Program experimental tasks using Gorilla or other programmes that can be used for online tasks. Align with and actively demonstrate the Code of Conduct and Values. Cooperate with all health and safety policies and procedures of the university and take all reasonable care to ensure that your actions or omissions do not impact on the health and safety of yourself or others. Selection Criteria PhD (or equivalent) in Psychology (preferred specialisation: experimental, clinical or developmental); Affective, Cognitive, Clinical or Developmental Neuroscience or related discipline. Essential: demonstrated ability to undertake high‑quality academic research with limited supervision. Essential: demonstrated excellent data analytic skills, ideally with verifiable experience in longitudinal data analyses methods, structural equation modelling, network analysis, machine learning and/or adaptive trial design. Essential: outstanding academic writing skills, as demonstrated by a strong track record of publications relative to opportunity. Demonstrated experience in designing, programming and running experimental psychology studies. Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships. Evidence of highly developed interpersonal skills. Desirable: demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders (lived experience collaborators, general public, policy makers) and students. Understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines. Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training. Please apply online – applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed. Contact: Susanne Schweizer E: Applications close: November 24th, 2025 Find out more about working at UNSW at UNSW is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. #J-18808-Ljbffr