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 as well as political and administrative sciences.
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 Warsaw
Department of Clinical Psychology
Number of teaching hours: 360
Ref. no. 1111/WP/WWA/25
Tasks:
- teaching in the area of clinical psychology, including master's seminars
- carrying out organizational tasks related to didactics (creating syllabuses, archiving student work, grading, meeting with students in the form of consultations/duty, participating in graduation and conducting examinations)
- organizing the didactic process, including coordination of classes taught by colleagues
- willingness to perform assigned functions and organizational tasks at the Department
- involving in organizational work at the Faculty of Psychology in Warsaw
- taking care of the development of teaching competencies through participation in internal trainings organized by both the department and the University, e.g. during the Week of Teaching Competence
- developing original curricula for classes
- popularizing psychological knowledge
- performing teaching duties in full-time studies and part-time studies according to the schedule (teaching classes on selected weekdays and selected weekends)
Requirements:
- possession of a master's degree in psychology and a doctoral degree in the social sciences in the discipline of psychology
- knowledge and clinical experience in the diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders, with a preference for the diagnosis and treatment of addiction
- min. 1 year of experience in teaching in a university such as lectures, exercises, workshops or graduation seminars or experience in conducting professional trainings, workshops and trainings
- interest in scientific activity
- fluent in Polish
- computer proficiency and willingness to learn new applications
- willingness to teach also on weekends
- declaration of employment at SWPS University as the primary place of work
Nice to have:
- documented completion of courses will be an added advantage or other forms of training to improve teaching qualifications, experience in preparing teaching materials and in developing new educational programs, as well as awards for teaching activities and high evaluations of teaching work in previous places of employment
- willingness to teach in English
We offer:
- employment based on an employment contract
- remuneration within the range: 7 800 - 10 200 zł brutto
- 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:
- a discount on graduate and postgraduate studies for working people and their relatives, which increases with seniority
- a 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 given above)
- a scan of the diploma confirming the attainment of a doctoral degree and a master's degree
- statement confirming knowledge of a foreign language at the required level
Formal criteria:
- scientific achievements - 10% of the final assessment
- teaching achievements - 60% of the final assessment
- organisational and practical achievements - 30% of the final assessment
Important dates:
- application submission deadline: June 23, 2025
- results will be announced on: July 23, 2025
- employment dates from: October 1, 2025
Search committee:
- Professor Ewa Trzebińska - Chairwoman of the Committee
- Doctor Agata Wytykowska-Kaczorek - Member of the Committee
- Doctor Rafał Albiński - Member of the Committee
- Angelika Szczuka - Member of the HR staff
- Emilia Kuryło - Secretary of the Committee
Link to REGULATIONS
The Competition Committee reserves the right to contact only selected candidates.
For any additional information please send an email to: [email protected] referring to the number 1111/WP/WWA/25.
