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Riga Stradiņš University invites applications for a Researcher position at the Institute of Microbiology and Virology to join the research group of a tenured professor in data science. 

About the Group

We are seeking a highly motivated Researcher in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) to join our research and innovation team. The candidate will contribute to designing, developing, and implementing advanced AI/ML solutions to support ongoing scientific, healthcare, and technological projects across the institute. This role involves working closely with interdisciplinary teams to transform data into actionable insights, novel tools, and impactful research outcomes.

Work Location: Rīga Stradiņš University, Institute of Microbiology and Virology, Rātsupītes street 5, Rīga

Employment Type:  Full-time/Part time (to be negotiated)

Employment contract: Temporary, 1 year with the possibility of extension based on availability and performance

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimise AI/ML models (artificial intelligence/classical machine learning, deep learning, computer vision, NLP, etc.)
• Work with structured and unstructured datasets; perform data preprocessing, analysis, and validation
• Collaborate with clinicians, scientists, engineers, and project teams to integrate AI into research workflows
• Lead or contribute to scientific publications, grant proposals, and conference outputs
• Develop reproducible pipelines, documentation, and maintain code repositories
• Support AI capacity-building activities (training sessions, internal consultations)
• Ensure ethical, secure, and trustworthy AI practices in compliance with institutional and EU regulations

Required Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in AI, Data Science, Computer Science, Biomed-ical Engineering, or related fields
• Experience in machine learning/deep learning projects
• Proven research or practical experience (publications, other academic and professional experience)

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in Python and major AI frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn)
• Experience with data pipelines, statistics, and model evaluation
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Proficiency in Latvian and English

Desirable 

• Experience in healthcare, biometrics, imaging, or digital health
• Experience with federated learning, trustworthy AI, privacy-preserving ana-lytics
• Experience with cloud platforms or HPC environments
• Knowledge of regulatory and ethical considerations in AI

We Offer

• Opportunity to work in a leading international research environment
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and international partners
• Career development, training, and publication opportunities
• Supportive and innovative working culture

How to apply

Please submit the following documents (combined in one pdf document) to cvrsu[pnkts]lv

• CV
• Motivation letter explaining your past experience, suitability, and motivation
• List of publications/portfolio (if applicable)
• Copies of degree certificates
• Proof of language proficiency (English at least B2 level)
• Contact details of two referees

*We will contact only the candidates shortlisted for the second round of selection no later than one month after the closing date. The personal data submitted will be processed by the data controller - Rīga Stradiņš University, Reg. No 90000013771, Dzirciema iela 16, Riga, LV-1007. The applicant's data will be stored for 4 months after submission. Further information on data processing is available at www.rsu.lv/rigas-stradina-universitates-privatuma-politika&…;

Riga Stradiņš University invites applications for a Researcher position (one vacancy) at the Institute of Microbiology and Virology to join the research group of a tenured professor in the natural sciences.

Work Location: Riga, Latvia 

Working Time: 40 hours a week

Employment contract: Fixed-term employment contract for 24 months, with the possibility of extension based on a positive evaluation

What we expect

• A PhD in natural sciences or a closely related field
• A record of previous scientific publications relevant to the field
• Experience working with methods used in molecular biology, immunology, and cancer biology
• Preference will be given to candidates with prior, proven expertise in flow cytometry, the purification and characterization of monocytes and macrophages, mammalian cell culture, and mitochondrial biology
• Ability to independently plan experiments, experience in research work
• Excellent command of the English language
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, with good communication and cooperation skills
• Initiative and a strong sense of responsibility in performing professional tasks

Everyday work

• Conducting experiments
• Analysing results obtained
• Participation in developing and maintenance of laboratory infrastructure
• Participating in scientific discussions
• Preparing scientific publications
• Participating in the preparation of research projects

How to apply

Please submit the following documents (combined in one pdf document) to cvrsu[pnkts]lv

• CV (detailed, including a full list of publications)
• Motivation letter briefly outlining past research experience and future vision
• Copies of degree certificates
• Proof of language proficiency (English at least B2 level) 
• Contact details of two referees
   

*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.