The SWPS University is a non-public academic institution conducting scientific and educational activities in Warsaw, Wrocław, Sopot, Poznań, Katowice, and Kraków. We belong to the most active research centers in Poland, and the results of our research are applied in various areas of the economy and social life.
It's a community that combines diverse experiences and beliefs. We create an open, multicultural environment that allows all employees to achieve their goals and fully develop their potential.
Our commitment to the development of science and the pursuit of the highest quality research is the foundation on which we build our successes, as evidenced by the distinction of being awarded the A+ category as one of the best research centers in the country in the fields of psychology, politics, and administration.
SWPS University, as a non-public institution, exists to serve humanity, society, and the environment through education, science, art, and public activities. We fulfill this mission as a strong institution, based on a community of employees, students, and alumni.
Assistant Professor
Focus: research and teaching
Faculty of Psychology in Cracow
Number of teaching hours: 240
Ref. No. 1085/WP/KRK/25
Duties:
- Performing teaching duties for full-time and part-time students in the field of psychology in both Polish and English according to the schedule
- conducting diploma seminars
- preparing and carrying out documentation of classes: syllabuses, evaluations, archiving student work
- developing the content and scenarios of classes
- participating in the defense of diploma theses
- coordinating the work of other lecturers in the preparation of classes
- cooperating with the faculty coordinator
- taking care of the development of teaching competencies by participating in internal trainings organized by both the department and the university, e.g., during the Week of Teaching Competencies
- acquiring and implementing scientific and research projects
- conducting scientific activities and publishing their results
- participation in faculty meetings
- readiness to perform assigned functions and organizational tasks at the Faculty
- organizing and participating in undertakings carried out by the University, the Faculty and the Institute
- participating in activities promoting the University, the Faculty and the Institute
- representating the University, Faculty and Institute in environmental bodies
Requirements:
- possession of a doctoral degree in the social sciences in the discipline of psychology (obtained no later than September 30, 2025) and a master's degree in psychology
- min. 1 year of experience in teaching at a university such as lectures, exercises, workshops or graduation seminars or experience in conducting professional trainings, workshops and trainings
- teaching and research interests in the field of psychology
- experience in the implementation of domestic and/or foreign grants
- experience in popularization and commercialization of research results
- fluent knowledge of Polish
- fluent knowledge of English
- computer proficiency and willingness to learn new applications
- declaration of employment at the SWPS University as the primary place of work
- readiness to teach also on weekends
Nice to have:
- experience in teaching in English
We offer:
- employment based on a full-time employment contract
- remuneration within the range: PLN 7 800 - 10 200 gross
- support of didactic advisors
- opportunity to participate in training courses and workshops held as part
of the Weeks of Teaching Competence - support of the Research Department in the implementation and settlement of research projects
- bonuses for high-scoring publications affiliated with SWPS University
- opportunity to participate in scientific conferences
- support in the commercialization of research projects
- attractive benefits package:
- discount on master's and postgraduate studies for working people and their relatives, which increases with seniority
- discount on other educational offerings offered by SWPS University
- 30% discount on language courses at the SWPS University language school
- opportunity for professional development through participation in the Erasmus+ program
- psychological support at the Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Clinic at SWPS University
- Multisport Plus sports card
- subsidized private medical care in Medicover or Lux Med for working people and beneficial packages for their relatives
- access to a cafeteria of one-time benefits
- co-financing of eyeglasses
- life insurance in TU PZU
Required documents:
- CV with a list of scientific, teaching and organizational achievements
(with direct reference to the eligibility criteria listed above), as well as including a description of other professional experience and interests - a scan of a document confirming the attainment of a doctoral degree or a statement on the planned date of its attainment, and a scan of a document confirming the attainment of a master's degree
- a statement confirming knowledge of a foreign language at the required level
Formal criteria:
- academic achievements - 40% of the final assessment
- teaching achievements - 30% of the final assessment
- organisational and practical achievements - 30% of the final assessment
Important dates:
- application submission deadline: May 9, 2025
- results will be announced on: June 6, 2025
- employment dates from: October 1, 2025
Search Committee:
- Professor Edward Nęcka - Chair of the Committee
- Doctor Marlena Banasik - Member of the Committee
- Doctor Monika Kornacka - Member of the Committee
- Aleksandra Mysłek - Member of the HR staff
- Emilia Kuryło - Committee Secretary
The Search Committee reserves the right to contact only selected candidates.
SEARCH REGULATIONS
For any additional information please send an email to: [email protected] quoting the recruitment reference number 1085/WP/KRK/25.
