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.
Teaching Assistant / Assistant Professor
Employment group: teaching staff
Faculty of Humanities in Warsaw
Department of Asian Studies
Teaching hours: 360 hours
Ref. no. 1080/WNH/WWA/25
Duties:
- teaching Korean language and Korea-related classes
- developing original class curricula
- preparing and conducting Korean language tests, final assessments, and examinations
- maintaining contact and collaborating with the Embassy of the Republic of Korea and the Korea Cultural Center
- participating in the organizational work of the teaching staff, specifically at the Faculty of Humanities in Warsaw
- pursuing professional development in the areas of teaching and research
- participating in activities that promote knowledge about the Korean Peninsula
Requirements:
- professional title of Master or doctoral degree in (Korean) culture and religion studies or other disciplines of the humanities and social sciences
- Korean-language proficiency at a level equivalent to that of a native speaker
- more than 1 year of experience teaching classes
- fluency in the Polish OR English language
- a high level of digital competencies, including very good computer skills and readiness to learn new applications
- a declaration of SWPS University being the primary place of employment
Nice to have:
- academic achievements in the disciplines of culture and religion studies or linguistics
- a certificate in teaching Korean as a foreign language
- experience working in the area of business
- proficiency in using the Google Workspace environment
- established and maintained contacts with universities in the Republic of Korea
We offer:
- employment based on a full-time employment contract
- remuneration within the range:
- Teaching Assistant: PLN 5 800 - 7 400 gross
- Assistant Professor: PLN 7 800 - 10 200 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:
- resume with a list of academic, teaching, and administrative achievements with direct reference to the qualification criteria specified above
- a scanned copy of a document confirming the award of a diploma of the completion of a second-cycle program or the award of a doctoral degree
- certificates confirming the required level of foreign-language proficiency
Formal criteria:
- teaching achievements: 60% of the final score
- academic achievements: 10% of the final score
- administrative and practical achievements: 30% of the final score
Important dates:
- document submission deadline: April 30, 2025
- results will be announced on: May 31, 2025
- the selected candidate will commence employment on: October 1, 2025
Search Committee:
- Professor Marcin Jacoby - Chair of the Committee
- Dr. Joanna Hryniewska - Member of the Committee
- Dr. Jakub Krzosek - Member of the Committee
- Angelika Szczuka - Representative of Human Resources
- Emilia Kuryło - Committee Secretary
The Search Committee reserves the right to contact only selected candidates.
Link to the REGULATIONS.
For additional information, please contact [email protected] quoting the announcement reference number: 1080/WNH/WWA/25
