Application process for the position of Rector of NOVA

15 de July, 2025

On 24 June, NOVA University Lisbon was notified of a lawsuit and a precautionary measure relating to the rejection of a rectorial candidacy due to failure to meet statutory requirements. Following notification of the precautionary measure, the rectorial election process was suspended.

On 30 June, the university filed a reasoned resolution and opposition to the precautionary measure, as well as a response to the lawsuit.

According to doctoral and case law, submitting a reasoned resolution has the effect of lifting the suspension imposed by the precautionary measure, allowing the electoral process to resume before a final court decision is reached.

The Electoral Commission proceeded with the process and the General Council approved a new electoral calendar setting 16 September 2025 as the election date.

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Applications accepted

NOVA University Lisbon announces the opening of the application process for the position of Rector, which will take place between 1 April and 2 May 2025.

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