Assistant Professor

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Assistant Professor

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Offer DescriptionThe 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.The Dean of the Faculty of Psychology in Sopot at SWPS University announces a competition for the position: Assistant ProfessorTasks:

• Performing teaching duties in both full-time and part-time studies; in core subjects according to the schedule
• Conducting diploma seminars
• Preparing and implementing documentation for classes: syllabi, evaluations, archiving student works
• Preparing content and classes plans
• Participating in thesis defenses
• Coordinating the work of other lecturers in preparing classes
• Collaborating with the Head of the Department
• Ensuring the development of teaching competencies through participation in internal training organized by both the faculty and the university, e.g., during the Teaching Competencies Week
• Acquiring and implementing scientific research projects
• Conducting scientific research and publishing its results
• Participating in Department and Faculty meetings
• Readiness to undertake assigned organizational functions and tasks at the Faculty
• Organizing and participating in initiatives carried out by the University and Faculty
• Participating in activities promoting the University, Faculty, and Institute
• Representing the University and Faculty in a professional environment

RequirementsResearch Field Psychological sciences » Psychology Education Level PhD or equivalentSkills/Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in social sciences in the field of psychology or related disciplines, as well as a master’s degree in psychology
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in conducting teaching activities with students and preparing teaching materials
• Fluency in Polish and English languages
• Experience in obtaining funding for organizational activities and project implementation
• Publication of scientific papers in indexed journals from the MNiSW list, with preference for journals from the JCR list
• Participation in the implementation of national and international grants (as a project leader and/or executor)
• Awards and distinctions for teaching and scientific activities
• Active participation in national and international scientific conferences
• Experience in popularizing and commercializing the results of scientific research
• Research interests in the areas of general psychology, cognitive psychology, emotions and motivation, personality psychology, and individual differences, neuropsychology
• Readiness to work on weekends
• Declaration of employment at SWPS University as the primary place of work
• Experience in teaching in English is welcome

Languages POLISH Level ExcellentLanguages ENGLISH Level ExcellentAdditional InformationBenefits

• Employment based on a full-time contract
• Salary ranging from 7800 PLN to 10 200 PLN gross
• Opportunities for professional development
• Mentoring aimed at furthering teaching and scientific development
• Opportunity to participate in shaping and developing the Faculty
• Possibility of obtaining funding for participation in international scientific conferences, text adjustments, and publication of habilitation monographs
• Work in a friendly and supportive environment that values employee well-being
• Discounts on master’s and postgraduate studies for the employee and their family
• Subsidy for private medical care for the employee and their family
• Subsidy for the Multisport package and Benefit Platform
• Option to join group insurance under preferential conditions

Eligibility criteria

• Scientific achievements – 50 % of the final score
• Teaching achievements – 40 % of the final score
• Organizational and practical achievements – 10 % of the final score

Selection processApplication submission deadline: 30 June 2024Results will be announced on: 15 July 2024Employment dates from: 01 October 2024Additional commentsRequired documents:

• Resume with a list of academic, teaching, and administrative achievements (with direct reference to the qualification criteria specified above), as well as a description of other professional experience and interests
• Copies of documents confirming academic qualifications

Competition Committee:

• Professor Romana Kadzikowska-Wrzosek – Chair of the Committee
• Professor Aleksandra Szymków-Sudziarska – Member of the Committee
• Dr Dorota Szczygieł – Member of the Committee
• Angelika Szczuka – Representative of the HR Department
• Anna Szewczyk – Committee Secretary

The Competition Committee reserves the right to contact selected candidates only.For additional information, please contact quoting the announcement reference number 1041/WP/SOP/24.Work Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Faculty of Psychology in Sopot Country Poland GeofieldWhere to apply WebsiteContact State/ProvinceSopot CitySopot WebsiteStreetPolna 16/20 Postal Code81-745 E-Mailaszewczyk@swps.edu.plSTATUS: EXPIRED

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Location

Sopot, pomorskie

Job date

Sun, 28 Apr 2024 06:48:53 GMT

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