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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.

Its 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.

Faculty of Psychology and Law

Department of Methodology and Psychological Assessment

Employment group: teaching

Teaching hours: 360 hours

Duties:

• teaching classes, particularly on psychological diagnosis, psychometrics, and psychological research methods
• teaching a Master’s seminar
• organizing the teaching process
• developing original class curricula
• enhancing academic teaching skills and tools
• organizational work for the Faculty of Psychology and Law in Poznań

Requirements:

• possession of a doctoral degree in social sciences, humanities, or health sciences in the discipline of psychology (awarded no later than January 30, 2026), as well as a Master’s degree diploma in psychology
• teaching experience in one of the following areas: psychological diagnosis, psychometrics, or psychological research methods
• advanced knowledge of English (minimum B2 level)
• readiness to teach classes on both weekdays and weekends
• commitment to submit a declaration confirming SWPS University as the primary place of employment

Preferred qualifications:

• possession of scholarly achievements in the discipline of psychology, documented by publications in peer-reviewed journals
• experience in active participation in academic conferences

We offer:

• employment based on a full-time employment contract for a fixed term until September 30, 2027
• remuneration within the range: PLN 7800 - 10200 gross
• support of didactic advisors
• the opportunity to participate in training courses and workshops held as part of Academic Competencies Weeks
• support for academic development from the Research and Projects Department in obtaining and managing grants
• bonuses for high-scoring publications affiliated with SWPS University
• opportunity to participate in scientific conferences
• support for the commercialization of research projects
• a discount on graduate and postgraduate studies for employees as well as their close relatives and partners. This 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 Universitys Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Clinic
• subsidized private healthcare package in Medicover or Lux Med for employees and attractively priced packages for their close relatives and partners
• access to a cafeteria of one-time benefits
• subsidized purchase of corrective glasses
• group life insurance policy option with the PZU insurance company

Required documents:

• CV with a list of academic, practical, and organizational achievements (with direct reference to the above-mentioned eligibility criteria)
• a copy of a document confirming the award of a master’s degree in psychology
• a scan of a document confirming the attainment of the doctoral degree in social sciences, humanities or health sciences (or a scan of a statement declaring the planned date of obtaining the aforementioned degree no later than January 30, 2026)
• a declaration confirming knowledge of foreign languages at the required level
• the deadline for submission of documents is:2025-12-21
• successful candidates will be announced on:2026-01-20
• date of commencement of work:2026-03-01 Formal criteria:
• teaching achievements:50% of the final grade
• scientific achievements:20% of the final grade
• organizational or practical achievements:30% of the final grade Competition Committee:
• dr Anna Ziółkowska, prof. USWPS - Chair of the Committee
• dr Elwira Brygoła - Member of the Committee
• dr Aleksandra Dopierała - Member of the Committee

The Competition Committee reserves the right to contact only selected candidates.

Candidates rated highest by The Competition Committee will be invited to an interview.

For any additional information please contact zswitalska@swps.edu.pl referring to ref. no. 1131/WPiP/PZN/25.

Application is possible via the APPLICATION FORM.