The University of Latvia invites outstanding researchers with significant scientific achievements to explore upcoming Associate Professor opportunities within the AMBER HORIZONS programme, which is part of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions initiative “Choose Europe for Science”.
The University of Latvia project AMBER HORIZONS — Empowering Research Leaders for Europe will offer outstanding postdoctoral researchers the opportunity to develop their academic careers at the University of Latvia, conduct independent research and strengthen their research leadership skills.
The offer will include a five-year full-time employment contract, research funding and opportunities for international collaboration.
Within the project, 11 vacancies are planned to be announced through an open competition, with the aim of attracting at least eight researchers.
Researchers will be invited to build their research careers with the following opportunities:
- A five-year full-time employment contract;
- Monthly remuneration package: EUR 6,700 (including taxes and the employer’s social security contributions);
- Research funding: EUR 25,000 per year (for research, networking, training, conference participation and other research-related activities);
- Support from experienced scientific supervisors, access to research infrastructure and international collaboration opportunities;
- Individual career development and long-term academic career prospects, including tenure-track opportunities.
Positions in natural sciences and engineering: advancement of cutting-edge technologies
Positions in environmental sciences and climate change research: sustainable ecosystems and climate resilience
Positions in social sciences and humanities: strengthening societal resilience
Positions in life and health sciences: advancement of biomedical and technological innovation
The official call has not yet opened, and applications are not currently being accepted. The competition is planned to be launched in January 2027. Full job descriptions, research topics, eligibility requirements and application information will be published on the University’s information page when the competition is announced.
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