The SWPS University is a non-public academic institution conducting scientific and educational activities in Warsaw, Wroclaw, Sopot, Poznan, Katowice, and Cracow.
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 is 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: teaching
Faculty of Psychology in Wrocław
Department of Clinical and Health Psychology
Teaching hours: 360 hours
No. ref: 1099/WP/WR/25
Duties:
Teaching area:
- performing teaching duties in full-time studies and part-time studies, in particular, teaching specialty classes in the field of clinical psychology, health psychology, directional (core) subjects and master's seminars
- supervising internships
- preparation of course documentation, e.g. syllabuses, lesson plans
- assessing students' assignments and work, providing them with feedback and archiving these materials
- completing data in the information system supporting the teaching process
- participating in the graduation process, in particular, reviewing master's theses and participating in diploma examinations
- coordinating assigned subjects, including the work of other lecturers in preparing classes
- conducting consultations with students
- improving teaching competence by participating in internal training sessions organized by both the department and the university, e.g., during the Week of Teaching Competence
Conducting research:
- popularizing among students the results of research and scientific projects, especially those conducted within SWPS University
- taking care of constant contact with science by participating in scientific meetings and events devoted to issues related to the teaching activities and following scientific publications in this field
Organisational area:
- participating in meetings of the Department
- readiness to perform assigned functions and organizational tasks in the Department
- organizing and participating in projects carried out by the University, the Faculty and the Institute
- participation in activities promoting the University, the Faculty and the Institute
- representation of the University, Faculty and Institute in environmental bodies
Requirements:
- master's Degree in Psychology
- at least one year of experience in teaching students and preparing teaching materials
- fluency in English and Polish
- readiness to work also at weekends
- research interests in the area of cognitive psychology, individual differences and psychological research methodology and statistics
- scientific publications (in JCR-listed journals)
Nice to have:
- experience of conducting teaching classes in English
- experience in obtaining funding for research projects
- social experience (NGOs, volunteering, etc.)
- expected submission of PhD thesis in 2024
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:
- scientific CV with a list of scientific, teaching and organizational achievements with direct reference to the eligibility criteria given above
- a copy of documents certifying the attainment of a master's degree in psychology and a doctoral degree in social sciences in the discipline of psychology
- a statement confirming knowledge of a foreign language at the required level
Formal criteria:
- scientific achievements - 20% of the final assessment
- teaching achievements – 50% of the final assessment
- organisational and practical achievements – 30% of the final assessment
Important dates:
- application deadline: June 9, 2025
- competition results announced: June 30, 2025
- date of commencement of work: October 1, 2025
Search Committee:
- Professor Karolina Zarychta-Zajączkowska - Chair of the Committee
- Professor Daniel Boduszek - Member of the Committee
- Doctor Izabela Pawłowska - 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 1099/WP/WR/25.
