Assistant Professor

Organisation/Company SWPS University Research Field Psychological sciences » Psychology Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions PhD Positions Country Poland Final date to receive applications 31 Jan 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Warsaw) Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

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• conducting classes (lectures, workshops, Master's seminars) in Psychology, in full-time and part-time study programs according to the schedule (conducting classes on specific weekdays and selected weekends)
• developing original class 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 student works, 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
• holding a Master's degree in Psychology and a doctoral degree in Social Sciences, in the discipline of Psychology
• experience in teaching at the academic level, such as lectures, 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 activities and high ratings for teaching work in previous places of 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

• certificates confirming teaching qualifications
• publications in peer-reviewed journals

ENGLISH Level Excellent

POLISH Level Excellent

• full-time employment based on a contract of employment
• remuneration within the range of 7 800 - 14 600 PLN gross (50% tax-deductible costs for authors)
• support from teaching advisors
• the opportunity to participate in training programs and workshops held as a 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 of 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 trips 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…