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.
Location: Poznań Ref. no.: 1171/WPIP/PZN/26
Assistant Professor
Employment group: teaching
Discipline: psychology
Teaching hours: 360
Duties:
- conducting classes (lectures, workshops, Master's seminars) in Psychology, in full-time and part-time study programmes, in accordance with the schedule (on selected weekdays and weekends)
- developing original course curricula and introducing qualitative and substantive changes to existing syllabi and study programs
- performing tasks related to teaching, including creating syllabi, issuing grades, and archiving students’ work, participating in the graduation process and conducting exams
- continuous improvement of teaching skills through participation in internal training courses (at the Faculty and University level)
- involvement in organizational work at the Faculty and at the University (including readiness to fulfill assigned functions and administrative tasks)
- promoting psychological knowledge (e.g., by participating in open events)
- publishing educational articles
- supporting the University's marketing activities and building relationships with the socio-economic environment
Requirements:
- holding a Master’s degree in Psychology and a doctoral degree obtained in one of the following disciplines: Psychology, Sociology, Pedagogy, Communication and Media Studies, Political Science and Public Administration, Management and Quality Sciences, Economics and Finance, Philosophy, Cultural and Religious Studies, Physical Culture Sciences, Health Sciences, Biological Sciences, or Computer Science
- experience in teaching at the academic level, such as lectures, classes, workshops, or diploma seminars
- high teaching and methodological skills
- ability to create original class curricula and innovative teaching materials
- documented completion of courses or other forms of education improving teaching qualifications, experience in preparing teaching materials and creating new study programs, as well as awards for teaching excellence and high teaching evaluation scores in previous employment
- documented scientific or teaching publications
- English proficiency for the purpose of conducting classes (and/or consultations) in this language
- fluency in Polish language
- strong computer literacy and readiness to learn new software tools
- readiness to teach classes on weekends
- readiness to be employed at SWPS University as the primary place of employment
Preferred qualiffications:
- publications in peer-reviewed journals
We offer:
- full-time employment based on a contract of employment
- remuneration within the range of 7 800 - 12 400 PLN gross (50% tax-deductible costs for authors)
- support from teaching advisors
- the opportunity to participate in training programs and workshops held as part of Teaching Skills Weeks
- support from the Center for Academic Competence Development
- bonuses for highly rated publications affiliated with SWPS University
- opportunity to participate in a mentoring program
- opportunity to participate in academic conferences
- support for the commercialization of research projects
- support from the Office for Research in the implementation and settlement of research projects
- financial support for ongoing research (university-wide, institute, and faculty competitions), as well as funding for conference travels and academic publication costs (in accordance with internal regulations)
- an attractive benefits package:
- a discount on Master's studies and graduate certificate programs for employees, as well as their close relatives and partners — discount increases with the employee’s seniority
- a discount on SWPS University’s remaining educational offer
- a 30% discount on language courses offered by SWPS University’s language school
- professional development opportunities through participation in the Erasmus+ program
- psychological support via SWPS University Clinic of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
- low-interest housing loans
- a Multisport Plus gym and fitness benefits package
- subsidized private healthcare package in Medicover or Lux Med for employees and attractively priced packages for their close relatives and partners
- access to a flexible benefits platform
- subsidized purchase of corrective glasses
- group life insurance policy option with the PZU insurance company
Required documents:
- CV with a list of academic, teaching, and administrative achievements (with reference to the criteria specified above), as well as a description of other professional experience and research interests
- a scanned scanned copies of diplomas confirming a doctoral degree and a master's degree
- a declaration confirming proficiency in a foreign language at the required level
Formal criteria:
- scientific achievements: 10% of the final grade
- teaching achievements: 60% of the final grade
- organizational or practical achievements: 30% of the final grade
Important dates:
- the deadline for submission of documents is: 2026-07-31
- successful candidates will be announced on: 2026-08-14
- date of commencement of work: 2026-10-01
The Competition Committee:
- Associate Professor Anna Ziółkowska- Chair of the Committee
- Ph.D. Aleksandra Dopierała - Member of the Committee
- Angelika Szczuka - Member of the HR
- Zuzanna Świtalska - Committee Secretary
Regulations on recruitment of academic staff for teaching and teaching-research positions
The Competition Committee reserves the right to contact only selected candidates.
The candidates who receive the highest scores from the Committee will be invited for an interview.
After conducting the competition, the Committee may, based on its results, draw up a reserve list of candidates in case it is possible to employ more people or a candidate withdraws. The reserve list of candidates shall be valid for no longer than 12 months from the date of this competition.
Applications should be submitted electronically using the application form available by clicking on the APPLY button.
