The Rector's Team
The Vice-Rector, Pro-Rectors, and Chancellor lead the strategic management of Vilnius University. They deliver the University's mission, advancing studies, research, internationalisation, infrastructure, and community wellbeing. The leadership team coordinates institutional decision-making and represents Vilnius University nationally and internationally.
Vice-Rector, Pro-Rector for Research
Prof Dr (HP) Gintaras Valušis
In office since 1 April 2025 (Pro-Rector for Research); Vice-Rector since 1 May 2025
Responsibilities:
- Developing Vilnius University as an international centre of research excellence
- Strengthening scientific research and internationalisation
- Coordinating doctoral studies
- Overseeing the University Library and Publishing House
Pro-Rector for Studies
Dr Valdas Jaskūnas
In office since 1 September 2016
Responsibilities:
- Quality and outcomes of studies and non-formal education
- Development and financing of academic programmes
- Internationalisation of studies and teacher training
- Strengthening lecturers' educational competencies and recruiting academic staff
- Academic counselling for students and attracting talented students
- Representing the University in signing key academic documents and agreements
Pro-Rector for Organizational Development and Community Affairs
Prof Dr Vilmantė Pakalniškienė
In office since 1 December 2022
Responsibilities:
- Fostering the University's academic and cultural traditions and strengthening community identity
- Developing and implementing equal opportunities policies
- Promoting Vilnius University's social mission, volunteer initiatives, and community wellbeing
- Coordinating the University's leisure, support, and welfare services
Pro-Rector for Partnerships
Dr Artūras Vasiliauskas
In office since 18 May 2020
Responsibilities:
- Vilnius University's cooperation with state institutions, social partners, and educational institutions
- Representing the University in national and international organisations and networks
- Developing external relations, image, communication, and marketing
- Strengthening alumni relations and coordinating alumni organisation activities
- Partnerships with Lithuanian and international companies, institutions, and organisations
Chancellor
Raimundas Balčiūnaitis
In office since 16 September 2021
Responsibilities:
Managing the University's finances and property, and ensuring internal order
Creating the material and organisational conditions for the activities of the Senate and Council
Signing court documents and concluding, amending, or terminating civil and employment contracts (except for resident managers)
Approving reports on EU structural support projects (2007–2013) following project completion
Ensuring the efficiency, quality, and results of central administration and non-academic departments
Attracting and implementing investment and operational projects
Managing information technology services and public procurement
