Professor of Psychology and Head of Department

Australia

25 Jun

Professor of Psychology and Head of Department

**Kuala Lumpur**, Malaysia

Monash University Malaysia is seeking an outstanding academic leader to become the next Professor of Psychology and Head of Department within the Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences.

This is a significant leadership opportunity to shape the future direction of one of Southeast Asia's fastest-growing psychology departments. Reporting to the Head of School, the successful candidate will provide strategic leadership across research, education, clinical training, staff development and external engagement while fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration and innovation.

About Monash University Malaysia

We are one of the top universities in Malaysia and an exemplar of transnational education. Because we are a campus of Monash University, all our staff and students are part of a global academy with an international reputation for excellence. Monash has achieved an enviable reputation for research and teaching excellence in a short 60 years and is consistently ranked among the world's top 100 universities.

Studying or working at Monash University Malaysia is a dynamic, international experience. Our community of scholars is supported by collegial processes and comprehensive, first-class infrastructure. While we are firmly engaged in Malaysia and the region, our focus is also relentlessly global, so our graduates emerge ready to transform the world around them.

Here, the cogs are always turning to keep education fresh, innovative, and relevant for students. We aim to creatively disrupt education and to pioneer an innovation grounded in meaningful engagement with the surrounding community and the wider Southeast Asian region.

About the Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences

the Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences was established in 2005. The School’s vision is to become a leading medical school in Asia, as measured by the quality and impact of its teaching and research, and, through these, to engage with and serve the community. By pursuing this vision, the school contributes to the University’s mission to improve the human condition by advancing knowledge and fostering creativity.

The School offers the Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine, Bachelor of Human Nutrition, Bachelor of Psychology and Business, Bachelor of Psychology, Bachelor of Psychology (Honours), Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours), Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours), Master of Professional Counselling, Master of Clinical Psychology, Master of Biotechnology, Master of Biomedical Science and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programs.

Delivery of the medicine program is spread over several locations, with the first two years being taught at Monash University Malaysia at the Main Campus in Sunway City, Selangor, while the subsequent three years being taught at the Clinical School in Johor Bahru.

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Mission 2026

We conduct and publish research that:

generates new knowledge and understanding of the human experience, past, present, and future;
emphasises social and environmental justice, inclusion, and equity;
interrogates what it means to live in a digital society;
contributes a regional–especially Southeast Asian–perspective on global challenges;
empowers individuals and communities–locally, regionally, and globally–to thrive in the face of these challenges.

Through our teaching:

we develop critical thinkers, global citizens, and change-makers
we nurture an appreciation of past, present, and future along with the ability to understand and thrive in the digital society
we offer a transformational education that is centred on the whole student experience
we ground our teaching in our research and scholarly expertise and our values of social justice and inclusivity

Ref #: Please use this reference number when applying: A042084
Application deadline: Monday 3rd August, 2026
Please send us your application as soon as possible as we are continuously assessing candidates for this assignment.
All applications must include the following information so the panel can assess your suitability:
• Your current CV or resume;
• A covering letter (1 - 2 pages) informing the panel of your motivations and relevant experience for this position.