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: teaching
Faculty of Psychology in Warsaw
Department of Psychology of Individual Differences, Diagnosis and Psychometrics
Number of teaching hours: 360
1079/WP/WAW/25
Duties:
- teaching classes in the field of psychology of individual differences and/or psychometrics and/or psychological diagnosis, including master's seminars
- carrying out organizational tasks related to didactics (creating syllabuses, archiving students' work, issuing grades, meeting with students in the form of consultations/duty, participating in graduation and conducting examinations)
- willingness to perform assigned functions and organizational tasks at the Faculty
- involvement 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 Competencies
- developing original classes or introducing qualitative changes to existing programs
- popularization of psychological knowledge
- performance of teaching duties in full-time studies and part-time studies according to the schedule (conducting classes on specific weekdays and weekends)
- supporting students in their development, in particular, through substantive supervision of student organizations
Requirements:
- possession of a master's degree in psychology and a doctoral degree in the social sciences or humanities in the discipline of psychology, or in the medical sciences
- having knowledge in the field of psychology of individual differences and/or psychological diagnosis and/or psychometrics
- min. one year of teaching experience (in conducting classes with students and preparing teaching materials)
- fluency in the Polish language
- computer proficiency and willingness to learn new applications
- readiness to teach in English
- interest in scientific activity
- readiness to teach also on weekends
- declaration of employment at SWPS University as the primary place of work
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 stated above), and including a description of other professional experience and interests
- a copy of documents certifying the attainment of a doctoral degree and a master's degree in psychology
- motivation letter
Formal Criteria:
- academic achievements: 10% of the final score
- teaching achievements: 60% of the final score
- organizational or practical achievements: 30% of the final score
Important dates:
Application submission deadline: April 25th 2025
Results will be announced on: May 25th 2025
Employment dates from: October 1st 2025
Search Committee:
- Professor Magdalena Marszał-Wiśniewska - Chairwoman of the Committee
- Dr. Agata Zabłocka - Member of the Committee
- Dr. Adam Sobolewski - Member of the Committee
- Angelika Szczuka - Member of the HR staff
- Emilia Kuryło - Committee Secretary
The Competition 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 1079/WP/WAW/25.
