Authorities

Rector Magnificus and Vice-Rectors [photo: Adam Fisz]photo: Adam Fisz

e-Rector's College

Rector Magnificus Prof. dr hab. Andrzej Tretynphoto: Adam Fisz

Rector Magnificus

Prof. dr hab. Andrzej Tretyn

87-100 Toruń, ul. Gagarina 11
phone:: +48 56 611 42 42
e-mail: rektor@umk.pl
  1. Manages the University's activities and represents it externally.
  2. Determines the scope of activities of vice-rectors and other managerial positions at the University.
  3. Shapes the principles of personnel policy.
  4. Shapes the financial and investment policy at the University.
  5. Shapes the principles of cooperation with domestic and foreign institutions.
  6. Establishes and terminates employment relationships with academic teachers and non-academic employees employed in engineering, technical and library positions.
  7. Supervises disciplinary matters of academic teachers.
  8. Supervises the activities of faculties.
  9. Supervises the activities of clinical hospitals.
  10. Supervises the university administration.
  11. Exercises substantive supervision over the Interuniversity Centre for Veterinary Medicine, the Centre for Academic Research AKAMED Sp. z o.o., the Centre for Academic Entrepreneurship and Technology Transfer Startova.pl Sp. z o. o.
  12. Supervises inventions and patent protection at the University.
  13. Serves as direct superior to: the Chancellor, the Bursar, Rector's Office, the Department of Internal Audit and Control, the Department of Payroll Services, the Panel of Legal Experts, the Panel on Classified Information Protection and the Independent Supervisor for Classified Information Protection in Collegium Medicum, the Independent Supervisor - Data Protection Officer, the Independent Supervisor - Patent Agent.

 

Vice-Rector for Research dr hab. Adam Kola, prof. UMKphoto: Adam Fisz

Vice-Rector for Research - First Vice-Rector

dr hab. Adam Kola, prof. UMK

phone: +48 56 611 42 28
e-mail: prorektor-kola@umk.pl
  1. Initiates and supervises the implementation of the directions of scientific, research and artistic activities adopted at the University.
  2. Coordinates the processes of development and management of scientific research conducted at the University.
  3. Initiates and supervises the domestic and international cooperation of the University in the field of scientific research.
  4. Supervises research projects.
  5. Supervises the education process and international cooperation of doctoral students in doctoral schools and the activities of doctoral schools.
  6. Supervises matters related to the granting of awards of the Rector for scientific and artistic activities and of the Minister of Science and Higher Education for scientific activities.
  7. Supervises the implementation of the Excellence Initiative - Research University program at the University.
  8. Supervises and coordinates the University's cooperation within The Young European Research Universities Network YERUN.
  9. Supervises the implementation of the open science policy at the University.
  10. Replaces the Rector during absences due to business trips, vacation or sick leave.
  11. In cooperation with the Vice-Rector for International Relations, supervises the implementation of the HR Excellence in Research strategy at the University.
  12. In cooperation with the Vice-Rector for Medical College, coordinates the activities of the Centre for Clinical Research Support, the CM Department of Research and Projects.
  13. In cooperation with the Vice-Rector for Student Affairs and Education, supervises the transfer of data to the POL-on higher education information system.
  14. Provides substantive supervision over the Centre for Modern Interdisciplinary Technologies, the National Laboratory of Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics (FAMO), the Centre for Climate Change Research, the Ratzingerianum Research Centre, the University Centre for Medieval and Modern Archaeology, J.P. Schauder Centre for Nonlinear Research, the International Centre for Copernican Studies, the Centre for Research on History of “Solidarność” and Social Resistance in the Polish People’s Republic, the University Strategic Analysis Board, the Centre for Statistical Analysis.
  15. Performs the function of direct superior in relation to: the Department of Research, the CM Department of Research Projects, the Department of Structural Funds Management, the Independent Supervisor for Research Quality Assessment, the Office for the Excellence Initiative – Research University, the Doctoral Schools Office.

 

Vice-Rector for International Relations dr hab. Magdalena Barwiołek, prof. UMKphoto: Adam Fisz

Vice-Rector for International Relations

dr hab. Magdalena Barwiołek, prof. UMK

phone: +48 56 611 42 44
e-mail: prorektorka-barwiolek@umk.pl
  1. Initiates and supervises the University's international cooperation.
  2. Supervises and coordinates the implementation of the Young Universities for the Future of Europe (YUFE) program at the University.
  3. Supervises and coordinates the implementation of the ERASMUS+ programme at the University.
  4. Supervises international cooperation of students in the field of studies and internships abroad (as part of international programs).
  5. Supervises international projects.
  6. Coordinates cooperation with agencies concerning international cooperation, in particular with the Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange NAWA.
  7. Coordinates work related to the presence of the University in university rankings.
  8. Initiates and coordinates international accreditations of courses and units.
  9. Coordinates European studies and double diploma procedures.
  10. In cooperation with the Vice-Rector for Student Affairs and Education, coordinates international education programmes.
  11. In cooperation with the Vice-Rector for Medical College, coordinates the activities of the Centre for Medical Education in English at NCU Collegium Medicum.
  12. In cooperation with the Vice-Rector for Research, supervises the implementation of the HR Excellence in Research strategy at the University.
  13. Provides substantive supervision over the Copernican Integration Centre.
  14. Acts as direct superior to: the Department of International Partnerships and Educational Mobility, the Team for international summer and winter schools organised at Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń.

 

Vice-Rector for Collegium Medicum prof. dr hab. Dariusz Grzankaphoto: Adam Fisz

Vice-Rector for Collegium Medicum

prof. dr hab. Dariusz Grzanka

phone: +48 52 585 33 82
e-mail: prorektor-grzanka@cm.umk.pl
  1. Supervises and coordinates the activities of university healthcare facilities.
  2. Supervises the implementation of agreements with the National Health Fund by university healthcare facilities.
  3. Supervises and coordinates clinical activities and research and clinical research projects at the University in the field of medical sciences and health sciences.
  4. Supervises the activities of faculties located in Bydgoszcz.
  5. Coordinates ongoing cooperation between NCU and university hospitals.
  6. Coordinates postgraduate education in the field of medical sciences and health sciences.
  7. Coordinates cooperation with entities performing medical activities.
  8. Approves the preliminary plans for part-time studies, studies in a foreign language, full-time studies for foreigners, postgraduate studies and other forms of education conducted at the faculties of the Collegium Medicum.
  9. Represents the University in representative institutions of higher education and science in the field of medical sciences and health sciences.
  10. Coordinates investment activities in the Bydgoszcz part of the University.
  11. In cooperation with the Vice-Rector for Research, coordinates the activities of the Centre for Clinical Research Support, the CM Department of Research and Projects.
  12. In cooperation with the Vice-Rector for Promotion and Cooperation with the Social and Business Environment, coordinates the activities of: the CM Department of Promotion and Communication; the CM Department of Career Services for Students and Graduates.
  13. In cooperation with the Vice-Rector for International Contacts, coordinates the activities of Centre for Medical Education in English at NCU Collegium Medicum.
  14. In cooperation with the Vice-Rector for Human Resources and Financial Management, initiates and supervises the implementation of the principles of human resources policy adopted at the University in the Bydgoszcz part of the University.
  15. In cooperation with the Vice-Rector for Human Resources and Financial Management and the Bursar, coordinates the financial management in the Bydgoszcz part of the University in accordance with the University's material and financial plan.
  16. In cooperation with the Vice-Rector for Human Resources and Financial Management, supervises the evaluation process of academic teachers in the Bydgoszcz part of the University.
  17. Provides substantive supervision over: the Centre for Medical Simulation, the Clinical Communication Centre, the Thoracic Research Centre, the Centre for Specialized Languages ​​in Medicine, the University Centre for Women's and Children's Health, the CM Centre for Physical Education and Sports, the CM Independent Supervisor for Animal Experimentation, the CM Department of Human Resources (in the scope of academic teachers and engineering and technical employees and librarians), the CM Panel on OHS and Fire Protection, the CM Panel on Quality Assurance Review, the CM Panel of Legal Experts, Office of the Vice-Rector for CM, CM Department of Education, the CM Independent Supervisor for Civil Defence, the CM Independent Supervisor for Human Resource Management (academic teachers); the CM Department of Promotion and Communication; the CM Department of Career Services for Students and Graduates.

 

Vice-Rector for Promotion and Cooperation with Social and Business Environment dr hab. Joanna Kucharzewska, prof. UMKphoto: Adam Fisz

Vice-Rector for Promotion and Cooperation with Social and Business Environment

dr hab. Joanna Kucharzewska, prof. UMK

phone: +48 56 611 47 10
e-mail: prorektorka-kucharzewska@umk.pl
  1. Initiates and supervises the process of cooperation with the economic sector and institutions operating in the social and cultural sphere.
  2. Initiates and supervises the promotion of the University.
  3. Supervises publishing activities.
  4. Supervises the organization of the Toruń Festival of Science and Art.
  5. In cooperation with the Vice-Rector for Collegium Medicum, coordinates the participation of CM NCU in the Bydgoszcz Festival of Science.
  6. Supervises the operation of the NCU Alumni Programme.
  7. Coordinates the activity of the editorial office of "Głos Uczelni".
  8. Coordinates cooperation with foundations and associations operating for the benefit of the University.
  9. Supervises the activity of the student and doctoral cultural movement.
  10. In cooperation with the Vice-Rector for Collegium Medicum, coordinates the activities of: CM Department of Promotion and Communication; CM Department of Career Services of Students and Graduates.
  11. Provides substantive supervision over: the University Library, the Nicolaus Copernicus University Press, the Academic Centre for Culture and Art "Od Nowa".
  12. Performs the function of direct superior in relation to: the NCU Department of Promotion and Communication, the NCU Department of Career Services of Students and Graduates, the Press Office, the Editorial Office of “Głos Uczelni”.

 

Vice-Rector for Human Resources and Financial Management dr hab. Radosław Sojak, prof. UMKphoto: Adam Fisz

Vice-Rector for Human Resources and Financial Management

dr hab. Radosław Sojak, prof. UMK

phone: +48 56 611 42 30
e-mail: prorektor-sojak@umk.pl
  1. Initiates and supervises the implementation of the principles of the personnel policy adopted at the University.
  2. Manages the financial management of the University in cooperation with the Bursar.
  3. Supervises the process of evaluating academic teachers.
  4. Coordinates the preparation and implementation of the NCU strategy.
  5. Approves the preliminary plans for part-time studies and postgraduate studies.
  6. Supervises matters related to the granting of awards of the Rector for organizational activity and of the Minister of Science and Higher Education for organizational activity.
  7. Supervises the activities of the student and doctoral sports movement.
  8. Provides substantive supervision over the University Sports Centre, the University Centre for Sports Research, the NCU Archives, and the University Centre for IT Services.
  9. Performs the function of direct superior in relation to: the Department of Human Resources (in the scope of academic teachers, engineering and technical staff and librarians), the Department of OHS and Fire Protection, the Independent Supervisor for Civil Defence, the Independent Supervisor for Human Resource Management (academic teachers).

 

Vice-Rector for Student Affairs and Education dr hab. Monika Wałachowska, prof. UMKphoto: Adam Fisz

Vice-Rector for Student Affairs and Education

dr hab. Monika Wałachowska, prof. UMK

phone: +48 56 611 47 30
e-mail: prorektorka-walachowska@umk.pl
  1. Supervises the organization of the teaching process at the University, in particular: the organization of full-time, part-time, doctoral, postgraduate studies, education using distance learning methods and techniques, programs, study plans, etc., and also supervises the organization and course of mandatory internships for students and doctoral students.
  2. Supervises the quality of education at the University.
  3. Coordinates - in cooperation with the deans - the launch of new fields of study, specializations, postgraduate studies and other forms of education.
  4. Supervises the settlement of teaching loads of academic teachers and the settlement of teaching classes based on civil law contracts.
  5. Supervises matters related to the granting of awards of the Rector for teaching activities and of the Minister of Science and Higher Education for teaching activities.
  6. Presents the Rector with opinions on entrusting teaching classes in the form of teaching grants to persons from outside the University.
  7. Manages individual cases of students and doctoral students resulting from the implementation of the study regulations, doctoral study regulations and doctoral school regulations, including students and doctoral students who are not Polish citizens.
  8. Supervises the documentation of the course of studies of students and doctoral students using the USOS system.
  9. In cooperation with the Vice-Rector for Research, supervises the transfer of data to the POL-on higher education information system.
  10. In cooperation with the Vice-Rector for International Contacts, coordinates international educational programs.
  11. Supervises the organization and course of recruitment for studies.
  12. Supervises social affairs and health care for students and doctoral students and matters of students with disabilities.
  13. Supervises disciplinary matters of students and doctoral students.
  14. Cooperates with the Student Government and the Doctoral Students' Government and student organizations.
  15. Supervises the activities of student and doctoral research groups.
  16. Provides substantive supervision over: the University ​​Centre for Foreign Languages, the University Secondary School, the University Centre for Support and Personal Development.
  17. Performs the function of direct superior in relation to: the Department of Education, the Department for Admissions and Student Affairs, CM Department for Admissions and Student Affairs, the Independent Supervisor for POL-on and USOS Systems.