RIGA TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OFFERS TENURED PROFESSOR IN SMART SYSTEMS CYBERSECURITY

20 Mar 2026
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Riga Tehnical university

Research Field

Engineering » Electrical engineering
Computer science » Other

Researcher Profile

Leading Researcher (R4)

Positions

Other Positions

Application Deadline

19 Jun 2026 - 17:00 (Europe/Riga)

Country

Latvia

Type of Contract

Permanent

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

40

Offer Starting Date

19 Mar 2026

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by a EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

As society becomes increasingly dependent on interconnected digital and cyber-physical systems, cybersecurity has emerged as a foundational enabler of trust, safety, and resilience across critical infrastructures, smart cities, industry, and public services. Ensuring the security and resilience of smart, data-driven, and autonomous systems is therefore a key scientific and societal challenge.  

 

In this context, the Institute of Information Technology , Faculty of Computer Science, Information Technology and Energy  (FCSITE) at Riga Technical University invites applications for a Tenured Professor to join its expanding cybersecurity team within the indicative research theme of Smart Systems Cybersecurity. 

 

The Institute conducts internationally recognised research in three core areas: data and information security, network security, and progressive methods in cybersecurity education. 

 

The successful candidate will strengthen and expand the university’s research and teaching capacity in cybersecurity, with a particular focus on complex smart systems, including (but not limited to) cyber-physical systems, industrial and IoT environments, intelligent infrastructures, and AI-enabled platforms. The position holder is passionate about cutting-edge cybersecurity research, combines a strong research profile in cybersecurity with an enthusiasm for academic collaboration, creativity, and excellence within an internationally oriented research environment. 

 

The position offers a unique opportunity to play a strategic role in shaping cybersecurity research and education at Riga Technical University. The appointed professor will be expected to develop new research directions and establish a research team in the field of Smart Systems Cybersecurity, while actively contributing to the development of a new master’s study programme in advanced cybersecurity and leading the design of lifelong learning courses focused on smart systems. 

 

Where to apply

E-mail

tenure@rtu.lv

Requirements

Research Field

Engineering » Electrical engineering

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

We expect the candidate to: 

• Develop and lead an internationally competitive research agenda in Smart Systems Cybersecurity, addressing emerging technological and societal challenges;
• Establish and direct a research group, fostering excellence, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration;
• Attract and lead national and international research projects, securing competitive external funding and building strategic partnerships;
• Publish high-impact research results in leading international peer-reviewed journals and conferences;
• Supervise and mentor Doctoral and Master’s students, contributing to the development of early-career researchers;
• Contribute strategically to the development and delivery of a new Master’s study programme in advanced cybersecurity, and enhance existing curricula;
• Lead the design and implementation of lifelong learning and professional development programmes in smart systems security;
• Strengthen RTU’s international visibility and cooperation by representing the University in scientific networks, expert groups, and major field conferences. 

 

Specific Requirements

We invite candidates who meet the following requirements: 

• Doctoral degree (PhD) in Computer Science or a related discipline;
• At least (3) three years of experience in the position of associate professor, professor, or an equivalent experience in a corresponding position;
• Internationally recognised scientific profile in Smart Systems Cybersecurity;
• Proven excellence in high-quality scientific research and academic teaching;
• Demonstrated experience in acquisition and management of competitive national and/or international research projects;
• Demonstrated leadership and experience in establishing or developing research teams;
• Strong communication and collaboration skills appropriate for an international academic environment;
• Demonstrated ability to conduct research and deliver teaching in English at a professional level;
• Fulfilment of all additional eligibility criteria and requirements for the election of applicants to the position of Tenured Professor as defined by Riga Technical University (please see Annex 1 of the RTU Regulation “On Tenured Professorship at Riga Technical University ”) 

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Excellent

Additional Information
Benefits

RTU is strongly committed to the principles of academic freedom, integrity and equality, encouraging creative implementation of scientific, academic, and personal interests.  

We offer the candidate to experience the benefits of: 

• Opportunity to shape cybersecurity research and contribute to policy and innovation at national and European level;
• Full academic freedom within a collegial, collaborative and performance-driven research environment;
• Opportunity to establish and lead an independent research group, with institutional support and additional funding for team development;
• Active involvement in ongoing European research projects and strong collaborations with governmental and industrial partners;
• Dedicated administrative support for research proposal preparation and project management;
• Flexible working arrangements, including partial remote work possibilities;
• Health insurance, opportunities to use RTU sports and recreation infrastructure (swimming pool, sauna, gym) for free; 

 

For foreign applicants: 

• initial accommodation;
• relocation assistance (document processing);
• family relocation assistance (healthcare, kindergarten/school, place of residence, etc.)
• Latvian language training (if required). 

A permanent tenured position with a gross salary of EUR 6,050 per month for a full-time position.  

 

Opportunities to increase overall remuneration are available through attracting and leading externally funded research projects, in accordance with project conditions and RTU regulations. 

Selection process

To apply for this position, the candidate must submit the following documents (in English), signed in accordance with one of the accepted formats listed below, and sent to the Personnel Department of Riga Technical University at tenure@rtu.lv .

Accepted signature formats:

A secure electronic signature containing a qualified timestamp;

Another qualified electronic signature compliant with Regulation (EU) No. 910/2014 (eIDAS);

If the applicant does not have access to a qualified electronic signature, the application may be submitted as a scanned copy of a handwritten signed document.

Required documents:

An application addressed to the RTU Rector regarding participation in the competition (please find the template here );

Motivation letter outlining the candidate’s vision and objectives for the position (please find the template here );

A research plan for the next six years (please find the template here );

Curriculum Vitae (please find the template here );

Copies of documents certifying the acquisition of scientific and academic degrees;

Available references regarding the candidate’s previous professional performance, including:references or recommendations from cooperation partners, employers or professional associations, which the candidate is/was a member of;results of student surveys on the quality of the candidate’s pedagogical work;  information on awards, certificates of recognition, etc.

For foreign candidates - a document certifying proficiency in the State language (Latvian), if the relevant study program is implemented in the State language and/or knowledge of the State language is required for the performance of other work duties in accordance with the Official Language Law. In other cases, the appointed tenured professor is expected to acquire basic competence in the state language during the sixth year of tenureship at RTU. 

All application forms are available on the RTU website: Tenured professorship | Riga Technical University  

 

Additional comments

Application term– until 19.06.2026. Additional information (document samples, etc.) is available at the RTU home page, section Tenured professorship | Riga Technical University

 

We support an inclusive work environment and evaluate the candidates based solely on their achievements, qualifications and work experience.

Website for additional job details

https://www.rtu.lv/en/university/work-at-rtu/tenured-professorship

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Riga Technical University/ Institute of Information Technology

Country

Latvia

State/Province

Draft

City

Riga

Postal Code

LV-1048

Street

Zunda krastmala 10

Geofield

Contact

State/Province

Draft

City

Riga

Website

https://www.rtu.lv/en/university/work-at-rtu/tenured-professorship

Street

Ķīpsalas iela 6A

Postal Code

LV-1048

E-Mail

tenure@rtu.lv
tenure@rtu.lv

Phone

22425526

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