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Vacancy – Director of the Institute of Solid State Physics, University of Latvia

The Institute of Solid State Physics, University of Latvia is announcing an open competition for the position of Director of the institute

The Institute of Solid State Physics, University of Latvia (ISSP UL) is one of Latvia’s leading scientific research centers in materials science and solid-state physics, playing a significant role in the development of Latvian science and in international cooperation. The institute invites applications for the position of Director from individuals who meet the requirements listed below and are prepared to assume responsibility for the strategic management of the institute.

 

Requirements for candidates:

  • PhD in the natural sciences or in engineering and technology;

  • At least 5 (five) years of administrative work experience;

  • Experience in preparing and managing national and international research projects;

  • Experience authoring high-level, internationally recognized scientific publications;

  • Member on boards of scientific institutions or other relevant bodies;

  • Knowledge of the Latvian regulatory framework governing scientific activities;

  • Strong communication and personnel management skills;

  • Language skills adhering to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages:

    • proficiency in the official language in accordance with the laws and regulations of the Republic of Latvia (C1);

    • English proficiency (B2);

    • Knowledge of additional foreign languages will be considered an asset;

  • Unblemished reputation.

 

The institute offers:

  • To lead an internationally recognized scientific institute that is one of the largest in Latvia;

  • The opportunity to strengthen the institute’s scientific standing in Europe and worldwide;

  • The opportunity to develop and implement the institute’s long-term development strategy;

  • Social benefits and health insurance;

  • A salary corresponding to the 15th monthly salary group – 35 EUR per hour.

 

Documents to be submitted (for the past five years, in printed or electronic form – signed with a secure electronic signature):

  1. A signed application to participate in the election (see the Regulations on the Election of the Director of the ISSP UL);

  2. Copies of documents certifying academic and scientific degrees (for degrees obtained abroad – a statement from the Academic Information Center confirming their equivalence to a degree awarded in Latvia);

  3. CV, detailing research, academic, administrative, and organizational work experience, as well as a list of published works;

  4. Cover letter;

  5. A written outline (up to 5 A4 pages) of the ISSP UL director's work strategy, including a vision for the institute’s scientific and financial development, international cooperation, staff development, and structural changes, as well as short-term and long-term action plans;

  6. Other documents attesting to the candidate's competence, skills, and knowledge (optional).

 

Regulations on the Election of the Director of the Institute of Solid State Physics at the University of Latvia

Information about the institute

 

The application deadline is one month from the date of publication of the notice.

Registration of documents to be submitted for the competition — at the secretariat of the Institute of Solid State Physics, University of Latvia, 2nd floor, 8 Ķengaraga Street, Riga, or electronically by sending them to the following email address: issp@cfi.lu.lv

Additional information by calling +371 67187816 or contacting issp@cfi.lu.lv

The Institute of Solid State Physics at the University of Latvia hereby informs you that the personal data provided in the application documents will be processed to ensure the proper conduct of this selection process (pursuant to legitimate interests). Data controller: Institute of Solid State Physics at the University of Latvia, email: issp@cfi.lu.lv.

 

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