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.
Research-teaching Assistant
Focus: teaching
Faculty of Psychology in Cracow
Number of teaching hours: 360
Ref. No. 1083/WP/KRK/25
Duties:
- performing teaching duties for full-time and part-time students in the field of psychology, both in Polish and English, according to the schedule
- preparing and executing documentation of classes: syllabuses, evaluations, archiving student work
- developing the content and scenarios of classes
- coordinating the work of other lecturers in preparing 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
- representing the University, Faculty and Institute in environmental bodies
Requirements:
- possession of a master's degree in psychology
- min. 1 year of experience in teaching at a university such as lectures, exercises, workshops or graduate seminars or experience in conducting professional trainings, workshops and trainings
- teaching and research interests in the field of psychology
- fluent knowledge of Polish
- fluent knowledge of English
- computer proficiency and willingness to learn new applications
- declaration of employment at 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 5 800 - 7 400 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 the document confirming the acquisition of a master's degree
- a statement confirming knowledge of a foreign language at the required level
Formal criteria:
- academic achievements - 20% of the final score
- teaching achievements - 50% of the final score
- organizational or practical achievements - 30% of the final score
Important dates:
- application submission deadline: May 9, 2025
- results will be announced on: May 30, 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 1083/WP/KRK/25.
