Vadošais pētnieks – Ekonomika un uzņēmējdarbība

About the role

The Faculty of Education Sciences and Psychology at the University of Latvia is seeking a leading researcher in the fields of economics and business. This senior academic position focuses on advancing research, teaching, and collaboration within the faculty.

Key responsibilities

• Design and conduct high‑quality research projects in economics and business.
• Publish findings in reputable academic journals and present at conferences.
• Contribute to curriculum development and deliver lectures or seminars.
• Supervise graduate students and support their research activities.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to secure research funding.

Required profile

• Doctoral degree (PhD) in economics, business, or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated track record of scholarly publications and research funding.
• Strong analytical and methodological expertise.
• Excellent communication skills in academic contexts.

Required skills

• Advanced quantitative and qualitative research methods.
• Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., SPSS, Stata, R).
• Ability to write academic papers in English.

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration of 18.23 EUR per hour.
• Access to university research facilities and libraries.
• Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration within a vibrant academic community.