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. We translate the high quality of our research into modern teaching by offering study programmes based on the latest knowledge that effectively prepare students for the challenges of today's world.
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.
Location: Warszawa Ref. no.: 1174/WPR/WWA/26
Dean
Faculty of Law in Warsaw
The person in this role is responsible for the strategic and operational management of the Faculty, ensuring the highest quality of education, and building the Faculty's position in the socio-economic environment. The role combines academic activities with administrative and managerial functions.
The Faculty of Law in Warsaw brings together outstanding faculty members, creating a community of internationally recognized experts and practitioners with many years of experience. It offers modern, practice-oriented law programs. Currently, nearly 750 students are enrolled at the faculty, and more than 1,300 graduates have successfully entered the job market. More information about the Faculty of Law in Warsaw can be found on the university’s website.
Duties:
- developing the educational offer and ensuring the quality of education, including initiating and implementing activities aimed at developing the educational offer (e.g., creating new programs and fields of study that meet market needs), supervising the quality of the teaching process and the implementation of study programs, approving course staffing, and monitoring the quality and attractiveness of the educational offer - its compliance with current academic knowledge and labor market needs
- representing the Faculty to external stakeholders, building lasting relationships with the socio-economic environment, and concluding cooperation agreements
- managing the operational work of the Faculty, including managing a team of academic teachers and administrative staff, as well as supervising cooperation with a group of nearly 50 teaching assistants
- shaping the faculty's HR policy, including supervising the recruitment and onboarding of qualified staff, ensuring the professional development of faculty employees, managing the remuneration and bonus system within the budget
- responsibility for creating and implementing the Faculty's budget, including the distribution of personnel and non-personnel resources
- supporting research activities and cooperating with the Director of the Institute of Law at the intersection of teaching and research activities, ensuring synergy between both areas
- conducting classes (lectures, seminars) and sharing expert knowledge with students
- conducting independent research and publishing in renowned journals
- supporting the internationalisation of the University, in particular by promoting academic exchange and enabling employees to engage in international cooperation
- supervision of student affairs, including e.g. deciding over student requests and managing student organizations at the Faculty
Requirements:
- academic title of professor or doctorate with habilitation in Social Sciences, in the Discipline of Law
- documented teaching, research, and administrative achievements
- minimum 2 years of experience in administrative roles in academic institutions
- minimum 3 years of experience in a managerial position or in team or project management
- practical knowledge of legal regulations concerning science and higher education
- knowledge of Polish at a level sufficient for fluent communication
- knowledge of English at a sufficient proficiency level in order to communicate freely in an international environment
- highly developed management, leadership, negotiation, and strategic skills
- ability to think critically, innovatively, and creatively
- ability to work in a team, support others, and build professional contacts
- willingness to combine one's academic activities with administrative work for the benefit of the Faculty and University community
- readiness to be employed at SWPS University as the primary place of employment
We offer:
- employment based on a contract of employment on a position corresponding to the academic rank or title (professor or associate professor) and the chosen academic development path (research and teaching or teaching only)
- remuneration consisting of a base salary commensurate with the position and a functional allowance (PLN 8000 - 10000 gross)
- Professor PLN 13 100 - 19 300 gross
- Associate Professor PLN 10 300 - 14 300 gross
- opportunity to participate in development programs aimed at management staff
- the opportunity to use institutional solutions supporting personal development in the areas of teaching and research
- financial support for ongoing research, as well as funding for conference trips and scientific publication costs
- institutional support in performing management functions (support for organizational units, effective departmental structure, support from HR Academic Partner, etc.)
- an attractive benefits package:
- 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 University's Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Clinic
- a Multisport Plus gym and fitness benefits package
- subsidized private healthcare package in Medicover or Lux Med for employees and attractively priced packages for their close relatives and partners
- group life insurance policy option with the PZU insurance company
Required documents:
- cover letter
- CV with a list of academic, teaching, and administrative achievements (with reference to the criteria specified above), as well as a description of other professional experience and research interests
- a scanned copy of a diploma confirming a doctoral degree and a Master's degree
- a certificate or declaration confirming proficiency in the required foreign language
Important dates:
- the deadline for submission of documents is: 2026-08-31
- successful candidates will be announced on: 2026-09-17
- latest date of commencement of work: 2026-10-01
Formal criteria:
- academic achievements (teaching or research): 50% of the final grade
- organizational and management achievements: 50% of the final grade Competition Committee:
- Associate Professor Kamila Jankowiak-Siuda - Chair of the Committee
- Professor Hubert Izdebski - Member of the Committee
- Associate Professor Adam Bodnar - Member of the Committee
- Angelika Szczuka - Member of the HR
- Zuzanna Świtalska - Committee Secretary
Link to the regulations
The Competition Committee reserves the right to contact only selected candidates.
Candidates rated highest by the Competition Committee will be invited to an interview on 11 September 2026.
The final employment decision will be made after the candidate recommended by the Competition Committee has been approved by the Rector, the Founder of the University, and the Senate.
For any additional information please contact [email protected] referring to ref. no. 1174/WPR/WWA/26.
Application is possible via the APPLICATION FORM.
