Researcher

The Oral Health Research Group at Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) invites applications from a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher 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: 1 years (Full-time or Part-time) with possibility to extend based on performance 

What you will do

• Analyze epidemiological survey data on childhood dental caries
• Envelope Markov models and AI-enhanced projection dashboards
• Conduct stakeholder interviews and policy simulation exercises
• Collaborate with international partners and EU partner universities
• Present research findings at national and international conferences and forums
• Supervise and mentor junior researchers and graduate students
• Contribute to parallel research initiatives within the Oral Health Research Group

Who We’re Looking For

• PhD in Public Health, Epidemiology, Public Policy, or Dental Science
• Preferred qualifications include research experience in dental or oral health, AI modeling, or health policy
• Motivation to explore health economics and AI tools (prior technical expertise not required)
• A collaborative spirit, and passion for meaningful, policy-relevant research
• Excellent command of the English language

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work at a leading research institution with cross-sector and international partnerships
• Professional development support, including travel opportunities, training, and conference participation
• A supportive and dynamic research environment for career advancement, including possible faculty-track extension (subject to performance and funding)
• Be part shaping evidence-based oral health policies for children in Latvia and beyond

How to apply

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

• CV and a 2-page resume
• Copies of academic degree certificate
• Self-attestation of English language proficiency
• Contact information for your PhD supervisor or an equivalent academic/professional reference

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.