Vice-Rector for Studies
We Offer
Rīga Stradiņš University is a prestigious, multicultural university that implements the principles of modern governance and is open to new ideas. RSU employees are experts and opinion leaders in their field, while its graduates are professionals and outstanding researchers who shape the future of Latvia and the world.
We invite a strategically minded, energetic, competent, and result-oriented Vice-Rector for Studies to join our senior management team, with responsibility for the Faculty of Medicine, Faculty of Dentistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Faculty of Social Sciences, Faculty of Health and Sports Sciences, Latvian Academy of Sports Education, Academic Affairs Department, Study Quality Department, Residency Department, Medical Education Technology Centre, Centre for Educational Growth, Innovation Centre, Lifelong learning Centre.
WE OFFER
- Adequate resources to achieve goals
- Interesting, dynamic and responsible work at one of the leading universities in Latvia
- Cohesive and supportive team
- Monthly salary from EUR 8000 (gross) before tax
- Within the framework of the work performance management motivation programme, the possibility to receive the variable part of the remuneration for the performance achieved
- Opportunities for continuing education and professional development
- Social guarantees, health insurance and free parking at the workplace
- Fixed-term employment contract until 31 December 2027, pursuant to Law on Higher Education Institutions
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS EXPECTED
- Doctoral degree
- At least six years of experience in academic work
- At least four years of experience in a managerial position (leading an organisation or a large organisational unit, including experience managing a unit or organisation with at least 50 employees, as well as experience in financial management, budgeting and control, process management, and project management
- Internationally recognised scholarly contribution and impact in the professional field
- Internationally recognised research activities (scientific publications published in international peer-reviewed journals in the last 5 years)
- Knowledge of the legislation governing higher education institutions
- Strategic thinking, ability to set and implement priorities
- Excellent knowledge of Latvian (C1) and English at least at B2 .2 level (according to the Europass self-assessment table)
- Excellent time management, communication, reasoning, and collaboration skills, including experience working with international partners
- Impeccable professional reputation
Responsibilities
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead and develop the areas of RSU studies and innovation in accordance with the university’s development strategy
- In collaboration with the university’s leadership, define the university’s academic activities, study and innovation objectives, performance indicators, and ensure their achievement
- Oversee and ensure the development, licensing, accreditation, quality, sustainability, and competitiveness of study and lifelong learning programmes
- In collaboration with the Vice-Rector for Science, develop study programmes founded on interdisciplinary research
- Ensure the implementation of modern practices in academic work and the study process, including simulation, artificial intelligence, and digital solutions
- On a daily basis oversee and ensure effective cooperation with healthcare institutions in Latvia
- Ensure collaboration with domestic and international partners, as well as promote the involvement of industry and employers in the study process and the funding of programmes
- Oversee and coordinate the strategic and operational activities of subordinate units, ensuring their effective collaboration
- Within the scope of the position’s responsibilities, represent RSU at national and international level
- This position entails the status of a civil servant, in accordance with the provisions of the Law “On Prevention of Conflict of Interest in Activities of Public Officials”.
rsu[pnkts]lv by by February 15, 2026:• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Key theses outlining your strategic vision for the development and implementation of studies at RSU
• Copies of documents certifying education, experience, skills and knowledge
The personal data submitted for the purpose of ensuring the selection of candidates for this vacancy will be processed by the data controller - Rīga Stradiņš University, Reg. No 90000013771, Riga, Dzirciema iela 16, LV-1007. The applicant's data will be stored for 4 months after submission.
