Scientific Assistant

The Science Professor (Tenured Professor) Group at the Faculty of Dentistry, Riga Stradiņš University invites a Scientific Assistant to join a dynamic, interdisciplinary team engaged in a high-impact public health project. The position is part of an ongoing international research initiative entitled:
“Integrating oral health promotion in primary health care.”
This project supports national health planning and cross-border collaboration across the Baltic and EU region.

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

Working hours: 40 hours a week or less

Type of employment: 1-year fixed term employment contract, with the possibility of extension based on availability and performance

Your responsibilities: 

• Support data collection, management, and of research data analysis
• Assist in the development of health system models and AI-based forecasting tools
• Coordinate logistics for stakeholder interviews and survey administration
• Collaborate with international research partners and interdisciplinary teams
• Participate in the preparation of scientific reports, literature reviews, and presentations of research
• Engage with and support other projects within the research group 

Who We’re Looking For

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

What We Offer

• An opportunity to work in a Science Professor (Tenured Professor) group in collaboration with international partners
• Access to professional development opportunities, including PhD enrolment, specialised training, travel, and conference participation
• A vibrant and supportive team environment that promotes evidence-based policy development
• Valuable experience in research projects that influence national and international oral health strategies

How to Apply:

Please submit the following documents in Latvian or English (combined into a single PDF file) by sending to: cvrsu[pnkts]lv: 

• CV and a two-page motivation letter outlining your past experience and future vision
• Contact details for at least one academic or professional referee
• Copies of educational documents

*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.