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, Vice-Rector for Science

Prof Dr (HP) Gintaras Valušis

In office since 1 April 2025 (Vice-Rector for Science); 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

Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs

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

Vice-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

Pro-Rector for Organisational 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

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