Scientific Assistant

The Oral Health Research Group at Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) invites applications from a highly motivated Scientific Assistant to join a dynamic, interdisciplinary team focused on policy-relevant research in public oral health. This role is part of a high-impact project entitled:
“Estimating the Economic Burden and Cost Implications of Dental Caries in Children in Latvia: A Health System Modeling and Policy Simulation Approach.”
This project contributes to national health planning and cross-country collaboration across the Baltic and EU regions.

Work Location: Rīga Stradiņš University, Dzirciema 20, Riga, Latvia

Employment contract: Fixed-term employment contract for 2 years (Full-time or Part-time)

What you will do

• Supporting data collection, management, and analysis of epidemiological data
• Assist in the developing of health system models and AI-based projection dashboards
• Coordinating logistics for stakeholder interviews and survey administration
• Collaborating with international research partners and onterdisciplinary project teams
• Contributing to report writing, literature reviews, and research presentations
• Engaging with and supporting other ongoing projects within the group 

Who We’re Looking For

• A Master’s degree or professional qualification in Public Health, Dentistry (BDS), Medicine (MBBS), Health Economics, Epidemiology, or related fields
• Desirable: Experience or demonstrated interest in dental public health, health policy, or health data analysis
• Willingness to learn and apply new tools and methods, including health modeling and AI-based tools
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment
• Excellent command of the English language

What We Offer

• To be part of a leading oral health research group with international collaborations
• Access to professional development opportunities, including PhD enrollment, specialized training, travel, and conference participation
• A vibrant and supportive team working on evidence-based policy development
• Exposure to projects shaping national and international oral health strategies

How to Apply
Please submit the following to cvrsu[pnkts]lv and Dr. Pulikkotil Shaju Jacob – shapulrsu[pnkts]lv: 

• Your CV and a 2-page resume
• Self-attestation of English language proficiency
• Contact details for at least one academic/professional referee

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled
 

*When applying for the vacancy, the applicant agrees to the processing of the data indicated in his / her application (including CV), which is aimed at ensuring the RSU personnel selection process, as well as to storing the data for 4 months after the end of the competition. If the applicant does not want the data to be saved, please indicate this in the application.