Assistant Professor

SWPS University, Poland

Updated: 2 months ago
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 21 Mar 2024

22 Feb 2024
Job Information
Organisation/Company

SWPS University
Research Field

Psychological sciences » Psychology
Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)
Country

Poland
Application Deadline

21 Mar 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/Warsaw)
Type of Contract

Temporary
Job Status

Full-time
Offer Starting Date

1 Oct 2024
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

SWPS University is a non-public university conducting research and offering practical and academic studies in Warsaw, Wrocław, Sopot, Poznań, Katowice and Kraków. The University's teaching offer includes courses in social sciences, humanities, but also design and graphics. 

The University is one of the most active research centres in Poland, and its employees have a practical influence on the development of many scientific disciplines. The results of their research are used in various areas of the economy and social life. The University has over a dozen research units conducting interdisciplinary projects.

The team of the SWPS University consists of over 800 staff members - academics and employees of the business and organisation department. The university is an attractive place for professional development, it provides a system of attractive employee benefits. We create a diverse and cooperative environment of professionals who value working for the benefit of students, creating knowledge and its practical use. The employees and co-workers of the University are outstanding scientists, successful practitioners, artists and representatives of the media world.


Requirements
Research Field
Psychological sciences » Psychology
Education Level
PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications
  • Possession of a doctoral degree in the Social Sciences or Humanities in the discipline of psychology or related fields;
  • At least 3 years of teaching experience;
  • Fluency in English to be able to teach in this language;
  • Fluency in Polish;
  • Research interests;
  • Willingness to work weekends;
  • Experience in cooperation with business and social environment is welcome;

Nice to have:

  • Experience in teaching in English and teaching abroad;
  • Experience in conducting trainings, workshops and coaching;
  • Possession of teaching competences confirmed by certificates or certificates of completion of courses or other forms of qualification training;

Specific Requirements
  • Conducting classes in English on the subject of clinical psychology at the second degree programme, in particular on:
    • adult psychotherapy within a systemic, psychodynamic or EFT (Emotion Focused Therapy) approach;
    • psychological diagnosis;
  • Conducting classes at first degree programmes in English on educational and developmental psychology;
  • Conducting classes at first degree programmes in English psychology (core courses e.g. Introduction to Psychology, Academic Skills, etc.);
  • Co-ordinating conducted classes in the course. Psychology Studies in English;
  • Carrying out organisational tasks related to didactics (creation of syllabuses, archiving of student work, grading, meetings with students in the form of consultations/duty;
  • Involvement in organisational work at the Psychology Studies in English course and the Faculty of Psychology in Warsaw;
  • Participation in meetings of didacticians of Psychology Studies in English;
  • Supervising internships (individual internships), supporting students in the development of practical skills within the framework of projects conducted at the Faculty;
  • Taking care of the development of professional competences mainly through participation in internal trainings and workshops e.g. during the Teaching Competence Week;
  • Collaborating as part of a team, jointly carrying out tasks and projects carried out by the Psychology Studies in English team.

Languages
ENGLISH
Level
Excellent

Languages
POLISH
Level
Excellent

Additional Information
Benefits
  • Employment based on a full-time employment contract;
  • Salary in the range of PLN 6300 - 8300 gross;
  • Opportunity to join group insurance on preferential terms;
  • Possibility of financial support for project and research activities and assistance in obtaining grants and partners;
  • Opportunities for professional development, including the development of teaching, project and research skills;
  • Flexible career development paths;
  • Opportunity to work and develop in an interdisciplinary and friendly academic environment;
  • Subsidised private healthcare for the employee and beneficial packages for their family;
  • Funding for the Multisport and MultiBenefit package;
  • Discounts on graduate and postgraduate studies for the employee and his/her family.
    Discounts on language courses;
    Co-creation of an institutional culture that values openness, courage and responsibility.

Eligibility criteria

Scientific achievements - 25%​ of the final assessment
Teaching achievements - 60% of the final assessment
Organisational and practical achievements - 15% of the final assessment


Selection process

Required documents:

  • CV listing academic, teaching and organisational achievements (with direct reference to the eligibility criteria stated above), and including a description of other professional experience and interests;
  • A cover letter including experience of the skills required by the advertisement;
  • A scan of the document confirming the attainment of the academic degree

Application deadline: ​21.03.2023

Competition results announced:​ 10.04.2024

Date of commencement of work:​ 01.10.2024

 

Competition Committee:

  • Rafał Albiński PhD - Chair of Committee;
  • Monika Suchowierska-Stephany PhD - Member of Committee;
  • Daniela Hekiert-Małozięć PhD - Member of Committee;
  • Angelika Szczuka - HR Representative;
  • Anna Szewczyk - Committee Secretary.

The competition is the first stage of the recruitment process for the position of the academic teacher specified in the Competition Regulations (LINK TO REGULATIONS ), and its positive outcome is the basis for further proceedings.

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


Additional comments

For any additional information please send an email to: [email protected]


Website for additional job details

https://english.swps.pl/

Work Location(s)
Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
SWPS University
Country
Poland
City
Warszawa
Postal Code
03-815
Street
Chodakowska 19/31
Geofield


Where to apply
Website

https://system.erecruiter.pl/FormTemplates/RecruitmentForm.aspx?WebID=ef6171913…

Contact
State/Province

Warszawa
City

Warszawa
Website

https://english.swps.pl/
Street

Chodakowska 19/31
Postal Code

03-815
E-Mail

[email protected]

STATUS: EXPIRED

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