Areed

Deadline for applications: 09/11/2024

Application process open *

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of the CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), and the Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC). Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.

The CARE-C Centre of excellence of the CyI invites here applications for a highly qualified and motivated individual to join the Unmanned Systems Research Laboratory (USRL) team (http://usrl.cyi.ac.cy) as a Software Developer.

USRL is operates various sizes of fixed and rotary wing Unmanned Aerial Systems (UASs), a mobile Ground Control Station, and a fully equipped laboratories and workshops dedicated to the fabrication of Unmanned Systems and their Applications. The USRL team is seeking for an experienced Software Developer who will be responsible for the improvement of current UAS in terms of automation and user-interface friendliness as well as contributing to the development of new UAS for customized applications.

The successful candidate will be more specifically part of the Research and Development Team of the USRL under the supervision of CARE-C Director.

This position is supported by the EU H2020 project “EMME-CARE” (Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre; TEAMING Grant no. 856612), within which the Cyprus Institute established the “Centre of Excellence” in Climate and Atmosphere research for the EMME region (CARE-C) in cooperation with EU Advanced Partners (Max Planck Institute for Chemistry in Germany; University of Helsinki in Finland; and CEA in France).

The initial period of the appointment will be for a duration of 24 months with the possibility of renewal, depending on performance and availability of funds. An internationally competitive remuneration package will be offered, which is commensurate with the level of experience of the successful candidate.

Responsibilities/activities to be involved in:

• Design and development of software related to UAS.
• Programming of UAS hardware such as flight controllers, data acquisition systems, telecommunication systems.
• Understanding existing code, providing improvements/extending functionality of flight controllers and related hardware modules/applications.
• Code development for Interfacing payload and avionics (communication, data handling).
• Programming development for improving automation and safety of flights.
• Development of user-interfaces to support mission-specific capabilities.
• Rewriting prototype systems to more commercialized and user-friendly solutions.
• Contributing to the overall development of the UAS (Platform and Ground Control Station).
• Participation in scheduled Test Flights for the purpose of the development and optimization of the platforms and the avionic/navigation systems.
• Supporting troubleshooting and diagnosis of UAS components.
• Participates in field deployment (including research campaigns national or international) and demonstrations of UAS.
• Remains current on UAS software and associated technology and makes appropriate recommendations to the team leader.
• Ensures compliance with service guidance, Institute’s policy and procedures and Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) regulations.

Required Qualifications

1. Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or related field
2. 1-years relevant experience
3. C++, Java Programming Skills
4. Hardware programming and low-level interface
5. Experience in Arduino programming.
6. Experience with Raspberry Pi.
7. Excellent knowledge of the English language, both verbal and writing
8. Demonstrated development ability, outstanding organizational, analytical, problem solving and communication skills
9. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to a multicultural/multinational environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in UAV Flight operations
• To have a good understanding of Object-Oriented programming.
• Knowledge of Linux (UNIX) operating system.
• Basic understanding of analog and digital electronic circuits
• Experience in UAS
• Fixed-wing/ multicopter piloting skills

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a letter of interest, and a list of two (2) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact Prof Jean Sciare (j.sciare@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

*Recruitment will continue until the application process is marked as closed

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Prof Jean Sciare

Reference number: CARE-C_SD_24_16

Areed

Deadline for applications: 09/11/2024

Application process open *

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of the CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), and the Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC). Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.

The Cyprus Institute invites applications for a highly qualified and motivated individual to join the Institute as a Post-Doctoral Fellow in Climate Data Analysis at the Climate Change Downscaling and Extremes (ClimEx) Research Group, part of CARE-C’s Environmental Predictions Department.

In general, the successful candidate is expected to:

• Conduct research to further develop research skills and competencies, and publishing novel and significant results in selective peer-reviewed journals and conferences.
• Contribute to all aspects of sponsored Research, Innovation and/or Development projects (including conducting research, co-authoring publications, implementing deliverables, reporting activities, dissemination activities, etc).
• Contribute to new grant proposals preparation.

More specifically the successful candidate is expected to have a strong understanding of climate processes and excellent analytical skills to contribute to CARE-C’s research activities. The chosen candidate will help advance our understanding of extreme events in the broader Euro-Mediterranean, Middle East, and North Africa region under a changing climate. This will involve studying the dynamic drivers and potential impacts of extreme events in the region through the analysis of state-of-the-art observations and climate predictions. The selected candidate will also contribute to the PREVENT (https://preventmed-climate.eu) and OptimESM (https://optimesm-he.eu/) Horizon Europe projects.

The period of the appointment will be for a duration of 24 months, renewable depending on performance and availability of funds. An internationally competitive remuneration package will be offered, which is commensurate with the level of experience of the successful candidate.

Job Specific Responsibilities:

• Analysis of climate data
• Contribution to scientific publications
• Contribution to project deliverables and participation in project meetings in Cyprus or abroad

General Responsibilities:

• Conduct research, innovation and development activities based on project requirements.
• Collect and analyse data as stipulated by project specifications and supervision.
• Write research papers in collaboration with the line manager and other peers.
• Present results at conferences and meetings and contribute to journal publications.
• Contribute to research proposal preparation, scientific reporting, and project management.
• Provide mentoring and guidance to Graduate Research Fellows and Research Engineers, if applicable.
• Contribute to dissemination activities (such as public seminars or targeted talks), promoting external recognition at the national and international levels.
• Contribute to planning and organization of Center-level and Institute-level internal and external events (such as workshops, conferences) to promote external recognition at the national and international levels.
• Provide independent input related to research directions, methodologies, etc.

Required Qualifications

1. PhD in Meteorology, Climatology, or Atmospheric Sciences
2. Relevant experience in research or academia.
3. Relevant publications in scientific journals or peer-reviewed conferences.
4. Participation in scientific conferences.
5. Excellent understanding of weather/climate dynamics.
6. Experience in statistical methodologies for climate data analysis.
7. Experience in working with climate model output (NetCDF files and other common formats).
8. Strong analytical and programming skills in R or Python.
9. Experience in conducting peer-reviewed research in the relevant field.
10. Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
11. Proficiency in English (written and verbal).
12. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Good understanding of Mediterranean climate conditions (e.g., synoptic and dynamic drivers).
• Skills in visualizing climate data.
• Experience working on an HPC environment.
• Experience in dealing with project timelines and deliverables
• Knowledge of the Greek language, both verbal and writing.

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, list of publications and a list of three (3) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact Dr George Zittis (g.zittis@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

*Recruitment will continue until the application process is marked as closed

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Dr George Zittis             

Reference number: CARE-C_PDF_24_18

Areed

Deadline for applications: 07/11/2024

Application process open *

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of the CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), and the Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC). Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.

The Cyprus Institute invites applications for a highly qualified and motivated individual to join the Institute as a Post-Doctoral Fellow at the Impacts and Policy Department (IPD) of CARE-C. The selected candidate will join a research team that aims to support early warning systems against vector-borne diseases using climate-sensitive population dynamics and disease transmission modelling.

In general, the successful candidate is expected to:

• Conduct research to further develop research skills and competencies, and publishing novel and significant results in selective peer-reviewed journals and conferences.
• Contribute to all aspects of sponsored Research, Innovation and/or Development projects (including conducting research, co-authoring publications, implementing deliverables, reporting activities, dissemination activities, etc).
• Contribute to new grant proposals preparation.

More specifically the successful candidate will engage in the Climate-Driven Vector-Borne Disease Risk Assessment (VEClim) project, which aims to develop a web-based geographic information and decision support platform to inform the public and enable the design of efficient, cost-effective, and ecologically sound and sustainable vector control measures to prevent future outbreaks and spreading of vector-borne infectious diseases.

The successful candidate is expected to support current research at the CyI on climate sensitive vector-borne disease risk modelling and digital technology development to enable the public, decision makers, and researchers access the assessment of climate change impacts. For this, the ability to collaboratively develop client-server applications, to perform impact assessment through numerical modelling, and to produce high-quality research output are essential.

The period of the appointment will be for a duration of 24 months. An internationally competitive remuneration package will be offered, which is commensurate with the level of experience of the successful candidate.

Job Specific Responsibilities:

1. Contributing to the development of the VEClim Platform (https://veclim.com) , climate-sensitive vector population and disease transmission model repository, and the environmental variables and vector surveillance databases.

2. Performing internationally competitive scientific research through climate-sensitive vector dynamics and vector-borne disease transmission modelling.

General Responsibilities:

• Conduct research, innovation and development activities based on project requirements.
• Collect and analyse data as stipulated by project specifications and supervision.
• Write research papers in collaboration with the line manager and other peers.
• Present results at conferences and meetings and contribute to journal publications.
• Contribute to research proposal preparation, scientific reporting, and project management.
• Provide mentoring and guidance to Graduate Research Fellows and Research Engineers, if applicable.
• Contribute to dissemination activities (such as public seminars or targeted talks), promoting external recognition at the national and international levels.
• Contribute to planning and organization of Center-level and Institute-level internal and external events (such as workshops, conferences) to promote external recognition at the national and international levels.
• Provide independent input related to research directions, methodologies, etc.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Epidemiology, or a relevant subject
• Relevant publications in scientific journals or peer-reviewed conferences.
• Participation in scientific conferences.
• Research experience in public health data analysis or epidemiological modelling.
• Experience in scientific scripting and programming languages, such as R, Python, Julia, or C/C++.
• Good command of the Linux operating system.
• Understanding of biological and ecological, as well as mathematical concepts.
• Experience in conducting peer-reviewed research in the relevant field.
• Demonstrated record of publications and conference presentations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in English (written and verbal).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in working in HPC environments.
• Experience in software development (e.g., desktop or mobile applications, front- or back-end development).
• Experience in working with complex computer modelling systems.

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, list of publications and a list of three (3) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact Dr Kamil Erguler (k.erguler@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

*Recruitment will continue until the application process is marked as closed

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Kamil Erguler

Reference number: CARE-C_PDF_24_15

Areed

Deadline for applications: 14/10/2024

Application process open*

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of the CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), and the Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC). Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.

The Cyprus Institute invites applications for a highly qualified and motivated individual to join the Institute as Web Developer in the STARC. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with our development team to implement responsive and scalable web applications, primarily related to the development of knowledge repositories, implementation of ontologies, semantic structures and knowledge graphs, associated with the development of a European Cloud for Cultural Heritage. The successful candidate will work in an international, multi-disciplinary and pluri-cultural context and in collaboration with major European research institutes.  

The initial period of the appointment will be for 24 months with the possibility of renewal, depending on performance and availability of funds. An internationally competitive remuneration package will be offered, which is commensurate with the level of experience of the successful candidate.

Responsibilities/activities to be involved in:

• Develop and implement high-quality front-end code using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, adhering to best practices and industry standards.
• Collaborate with designers to translate UI/UX designs into responsive web pages.
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs and optimize applications for maximum speed
• and scalability.
• Create and maintain reusable code libraries and frameworks to streamline development
• Conduct thorough testing and debugging of web applications to identify and resolve any issues or bugs.
• Collaborate with back-end developers and stakeholders to integrate front-end components with server-side logic.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in front-end development and apply them to enhance our applications.
• Collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team, including designers, developers, academics, archaeologists, and more.
• Assist in estimating and planning projects, providing input on feasibility and timelines.

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Web Development, Information Technology, Engineering or a related field
2. Familiarity with back-end technologies, such as Django.
3. Experience with RESTful APIs.
4. Experience with SQL and NoSQL
5. Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
6. Knowledge of cross-browser compatibility issues and ways to work around them.
7. Understanding of web performance optimization techniques.
8. Excellent knowledge of the English language, both verbal and written

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a Web Developer or a similar role.
• Experience with front-end frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Knowledge of server-side rendering and SEO best practices.
• Solid understanding of responsive web design principles and mobile-first development.
• Understanding of accessibility standards and experience in implementing accessible web interfaces.

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, and a list of two (2) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact Sorin Hermon (s.hermon@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

*Recruitment will continue until the application process is marked as closed

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Sorin Hermon

Reference number: STARC_SD_24_08

Areed

Deadline for applications: 14/10/2024

Application process closed*

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of the CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), and the Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC). Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.

The Cyprus Institute invites applications for a highly qualified and motivated individual to join the Institute as a Research Technical Assistant for Chemical Analysis of Environmental samples (atmospheric aerosol collected in Filters) in the Environmental Chemistry Lab (ECL) of the CARE-C Centre of Excellence.

The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting and supporting chemical analyses of particulate matter, including carbonaceous species (organic and elemental carbon) and trace elements, for research projects under CARE-C and for public and private sector services. This role also involves preparing and analyzing aerosol filters, performing gravimetric measurements, data management, and assisting with the implementation of quality assurance analytical protocols and interlaboratory professional testing. Collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams at CARE-C will be an integral part of the role.

The initial period of the appointment will be for a duration of 12 months with the possibility of renewal, depending on performance and availability of funds.

Responsibilities/activities to be involved in:

1. Gravimetric analysis of aerosol filters
2. Carbonaceous analysis of aerosol filters
3. Elemental analysis of aerosol filters
4. Conducting filter sampling

5. Perform Quality Control / Quality Assurance of analyzed samples

Required Qualifications

1. Master’s Degree in Atmospheric or Environmental Sciences, Chemistry, Physics or related field.
2. Excellent knowledge of the English language, both verbal and writing
3. Demonstrated development ability, outstanding organizational, analytical, problem solving and communication skills
4. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to a multicultural/multinational environment
5. Capacity to work independently following detailed analytical protocols

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, and a list of two (2) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact Minas Iakovides (m.iakovides@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

*Recruitment will continue until the application process is marked as closed

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Minas Iakovides

Reference number: CARE-C_RTA_24_17

Areed

Deadline for applications: 13/10/2024

Application process closed*

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of the CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), and the Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC). Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.

The Cyprus Institute invites applications for a highly qualified and motivated individual to join the Institute as a Research Assistant in Sample Preparation in the STARC. The successful candidate will support archaeological sample preparation for chemical, mineralogical, and microstructural analyses, with emphasis on the preparation of ceramic samples into polished blocks and thin sections, and routine analysis and sample documentation using instrumental analysis methods (OM, SEM-EDS, hhXRF).

The Assistant will be supporting laboratory and research staff with the primary goal of efficient lab procedures and producing consistent results, both from sample preparation and from instrumental analysis. The successful candidate will need to be thorough when carrying out their duties, successfully maintain records of laboratory processes and equipment, and generate reliable reports. On-the-job training will be provided at the beginning of employment.

This is for a part-time appointment (50%) and the initial period of the appointment will be for a duration of 8 months with the possibility of renewal, depending on performance and availability of funds. An internationally competitive remuneration package will be offered, which is commensurate with the level of experience of the successful candidate.

Responsibilities/activities to be involved in:

1. Collecting, receiving, labelling, documenting and registering samples or substances;
2. Sample preparation, with emphasis on ceramic thin sections and metal, slags, ceramics, and glass polished blocks;
3. Supporting research activities, including museum and fieldwork, sample analysis and documentation by OM, SEM-EDS and hhXRF, and data collection;
4. Recording all experimental data and test results accurately and in the specified format (written and/or electronic);
5. Ensuring that safety guidelines are adhered to at all times within the laboratory;
6. Maintaining daily logs and equipment record books;
7. Cleaning, sterilizing, and maintaining laboratory equipment;
8. Providing other technical support, when necessary

Required Qualifications

• A Βachelor’s degree in any field, with a degree in Archaeology, Geology, Material Sciences, or cognate subjects as an advantage.
• Excellent knowledge of the English language, both verbal and writing
• Demonstrated development ability, outstanding organizational, analytical, problem solving and communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to a multicultural/multinational environment

Preferred Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in Archaeology, Geology, Material Sciences, or cognate subjects will be considered a competitive advantage;
• Prior familiarity with lab processes will be considered as a competitive advantage

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, and a list of two (2) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact Prof Thilo Rehren (th.rehren@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

*Recruitment will continue until the application process is marked as closed

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Prof Thilo Rehren

Reference number: STARC_LA_24_05

Areed

Deadline for applications: 26/10/2024

Application process open *

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), and the Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC). Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.

The Cyprus Institute invites applications for a highly qualified and motivated individual to join the Institute as an Associate Research Scientist at the Impacts and Policy Department (IPD) of CARE-C. The selected candidate will join a research team that aims to assess climate change impacts on health.

In general, the Associate Research Scientist is expected to:

• Contribute to all aspects of sponsored Research, Innovation and/or Development projects (including conducting research, co-authoring publications, implementing deliverables, reporting activities, and dissemination activities).
• Participate in new grant proposals (including the possibility of leading proposals/projects as PI or co-PI).
• Teach courses at the CyI Graduate School to gain teaching experience and engage graduate students in research projects.

More specifically the successful candidate will engage in the ISMED-CLIM project, which aims to advance the state-of-the-art knowledge on the effects of climate change on non-communicable diseases and vector-borne infections through a multidisciplinary approach. The project focuses on the Mediterranean region and aims to engage and mobilize regional policy and social stakeholders, as well as citizens, in implementing mitigation solutions. ISMED-CLIM aims to investigate the epidemiology of exposure to air pollution, vector-borne pathogens, and climate change-related extreme events, such as extreme temperatures, droughts, floods, and wildfires, in the Mediterranean region.

The selected candidate is expected to support current research at the CyI on the health consequences associated with vector-borne diseases and climate scenarios. For this, the ability to perform impact assessment through numerical modelling and entomological and epidemiological data analysis, as well as producing high-quality research output, are essential.

The period of the appointment will be for a duration of 24 months. Associate Research Scientist positions can be renewed depending on performance and the availability of funds. An internationally competitive remuneration package will be offered, which is commensurate with the level of experience of the successful candidate.

Job Specific Responsibilities:

• Perform internationally competitive scientific research through climate-sensitive vector dynamics and zoonotic disease transmission modelling.
• Contribute to the assessment of climate impacts on health, climate risk and vulnerability review, and policy landscape and recommendations.

General Responsibilities for an Associate Research Scientist:

• Conduct research, innovation and development activities based on project requirements.
• Develop new research ideas and contribute to the Center’s and the Institute’s research agenda.
• Publish in selective peer-reviewed journals and conferences.
• Secure funding to sustain research activities.
• Mentor early-stage researchers, research engineers, and graduate students.
• Engage in teaching activities relevant to expertise.
• Participate in consultation activities as per field of expertise and center requirement.
• Contribute to dissemination activities (such as public seminars or targeted talks) to promote external recognition at the national and international levels.
• Contribute to planning and organization of Center-level and Institute-level internal and external events (such as workshops, conferences) to promote external recognition at the national and international levels.
• Engage with industry and public organizations to support the role of CyI.
• Provide independent input about strategic decisions related to research directions, methodologies, grant applications, etc.

Required Qualifications

1. PhD in Computer Science, Biophysics, Epidemiology, Public Health, or a relevant subject.
2. A growing publication record with at least some publications in which the ARS is the first or corresponding author.
3. A growing experience contributing to sponsored research projects.
4. Research experience in public health data analysis and epidemiological modelling.
5. Experience in scientific scripting and programming languages, such as R, Python, Julia, or C/C++.
6. Good command of the Linux operating system.
7. Prior Experience as a Post-Doctoral Fellow
8. Understanding of biological and ecological, as well as mathematical concepts.
9. Growing mentoring capabilities.
10. Independent initiative in conjunction with effective teamwork.
11. Proficiency in English.
12. Excellent communication skills.
13. High level of organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in software development (e.g., desktop or mobile applications, front- or back-end development).
• Experience in working with complex computer modelling systems.

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, list of publications and a list of three (3) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact Dr Kamil Erguler (k.erguler@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

*Recruitment will continue until the application process is marked as closed

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Dr Kamil Erguler

Reference number: CARE-C_ARS_24_12

Areed

Deadline for applications: 26/10/2024

Application process open *

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), and the Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC). Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.

The Cyprus Institute invites applications for a highly qualified and motivated individual to join the Institute as a Post-Doctoral Fellow at the Impacts and Policy Department (IPD) of CARE-C. The selected candidate will join a research team that aims to assess climate change impacts on health.

In general, the successful candidate is expected to:

• Conduct research to further develop research skills and competencies, and publishing novel and significant results in selective peer-reviewed journals and conferences.
• Contribute to all aspects of sponsored Research, Innovation and/or Development projects (including conducting research, co-authoring publications, implementing deliverables, reporting activities, dissemination activities, etc).
• Contribute to new grant proposals preparation.

More specifically the successful candidate will engage in the ISMED-CLIM project, which aims to advance the state-of-the-art knowledge on the effects of climate change on non-communicable diseases and vector-borne infections through a multidisciplinary approach. The project focuses on the Mediterranean region and aims to engage and mobilize regional policy and social stakeholders, as well as citizens, in implementing mitigation solutions. ISMED-CLIM aims to investigate the epidemiology of exposure to air pollution, vector-borne pathogens, and climate change-related extreme events, such as extreme temperatures, droughts, floods, and wildfires, in the Mediterranean region.

The selected candidate is expected to support current research at the CyI on the health consequences associated with vector-borne diseases and climate scenarios. For this, the ability to perform impact assessment through numerical modelling and entomological and epidemiological data analysis, as well as producing high-quality research output, are essential.

The period of the appointment will be for a duration of 24 months. An internationally competitive remuneration package will be offered, which is commensurate with the level of experience of the successful candidate.

Job Specific Responsibilities:

• Perform internationally competitive scientific research through climate-sensitive vector dynamics and zoonotic disease transmission modelling.
• Contribute to the assessment of climate impacts on health, climate risk and vulnerability review, and policy landscape and recommendations.

General Responsibilities:

• Conduct research, innovation and development activities based on project requirements.
• Collect and analyze data as stipulated by project specifications and supervision.
• Write research papers in collaboration with the line manager and other peers.
• Present results at conferences and meetings and contribute to journal publications.
• Contribute to research proposal preparation, scientific reporting, and project management.
• Provide mentoring and guidance to Graduate Research Fellows and Research Engineers, if applicable.
• Contribute to dissemination activities (such as public seminars or targeted talks), promoting external recognition at the national and international levels.
• Contribute to planning and organization of Center-level and Institute-level internal and external events (such as workshops, conferences) to promote external recognition at the national and international levels.
• Provide independent input related to research directions, methodologies, etc.

Required Qualifications

1. PhD in Computer Science, Biophysics, Epidemiology, Public Health, or a relevant subject.
2. Relevant publications in scientific journals or peer-reviewed conferences.
3. Participation in scientific conferences.
4. Research experience in public health data analysis and epidemiological modelling.
5. Experience in scientific scripting and programming languages, such as R, Python, Julia, or C/C++.
6. Good command of the Linux operating system.
7. Understanding of biological and ecological, as well as mathematical concepts.
8. Experience in conducting peer-reviewed research in the relevant field.
9. Demonstrated record of publications and conference presentations.
10. Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
11. Proficiency in English (written and verbal).
12. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in software development (e.g., desktop or mobile applications, front- or back-end development).
• Experience in working with complex computer modelling systems.

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, list of publications and a list of three (3) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact Dr Kamil Erguler (k.erguler@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

*Recruitment will continue until the application process is marked as closed

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Dr Kamil Erguler

Reference number: CARE-C_PDF_24_13

Areed

Deadline for applications: 15/10/2024

Application process open *

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of the CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), and the Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC). Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.

CyI in cooperation with Advanced Partners Max Planck Institute for Chemistry, University of Helsinki and Commission for Atomic Energy – Laboratory for Sciences of the Climate and the Environment, established the CARE-C Centre of Excellence under the “(EMME-CARE) Eastern Mediterranean Middle East – Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre of Excellence” under Horizon 2020 – TEAMING Grant no. 856612.

CyI invites applications for a highly qualified and motivated professional to join the Institute at the position of Project Officer at the CARE-C Centre of Excellence. The successful candidate will be a member of the Research and Innovation Support Operations (RISO) team and will contribute to the execution of project management related activities of CARE-C. The successful candidate will support the development, management and implementation of administrative and budgetary activities of research projects under CARE-C. More specifically, the successful candidate will provide support to the management, monitoring and reporting of national (RIF, DG EPCD, etc.), EU and international funded projects (H2020, LIFE etc.).  Additionally, the successful candidate will contribute to the communication with partners and stakeholders of the Centre-of-Excellence, as well as in grants and tenders’ proposal preparation.

The initial period of the appointment will be for a duration of 24 months with the possibility of renewal, depending on performance and availability of funds. An internationally competitive remuneration package will be offered, which is commensurate with the level of experience of the successful candidate.

Responsibilities/activities to be involved in:

1. Support to research project oversight of RIF, EU and International related projects.
2. Support to project administration/coordination (timesheets, progress & financial reporting, deliverables, communication with funding organizations).
3. Support logistics for events and meetings.
4. Communicate with project partners and stakeholders.
5. Participate in communication with funding agencies, the European Commission and the National Contact Points for receiving clarification on various aspects of proposal writing and the relevant regulations.
6. Support identification of funding opportunities.

7. Aid in the development and creation of proposals for research Grants and Services-Tenders

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration or Project Management, Physical Sciences or any other related field
2. 1-year of relevant experience will be considered an advantage
3. Excellent knowledge of the English and Greek languages both verbally and in writing.
4. Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, e-mail) and knowledge of internet search engines.
5. High level of communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to a multicultural/multidisciplinary environment
6. High level of organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field
• Previous experience in monitoring and reporting of national and EU-funded projects
• Previous experience in a research/academic institution in a related field (add text here, hit return for new item)

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, and a list of three (3) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact Andri Charalambous (a.charalambous@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

*Recruitment will continue until the application process is marked as closed

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Andri Charalambous

Reference number: CARE-C_PO_24_14

Areed

Deadline for applications: 17/10/2024

Application process open*

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of the CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), and the Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC). Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.

The Cyprus Institute invites applications for a highly qualified and motivated individual to join the Institute as an Institute Affairs Officer in the Institute Affairs Directorate. The successful candidate will have a supporting role for the day-to-day execution of activities of the Directorate and will need to be able to work independently to complete tasks.

The Institute Affairs Officer will be engaged in one or more of the following functions:

-             International and National Relations

-             Internal Communications

-             Policy

The initial period of the appointment will be for a duration of 24 months with the possibility of renewal, depending on performance and availability of funds. An internationally competitive remuneration package will be offered, which is commensurate with the level of experience of the successful candidate.

Responsibilities/activities to be involved in:

• Responsible to execute departmental administrative daily activities including the following:
  • Maintenance and update of records
  • Preparation and carrying out correspondence
  • Handling documentation
• Maintains an in-depth understanding of rules and regulations, relevant laws and guidelines that apply to the position
• Coordinates events organized by the Institute Affairs directorate, in close collaboration with all departments of the Institute
• Drafts correspondence for the communication with external parties such as ministries and foreign missions
• Supports the implementation of collaboration agreements and of Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs)
• Maintains and updates the National and International Relations Customer Relationship Management (CRM) System
• Maintains and updates the CyI policies website as well as its archives
• Performs related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Political Sciences, International Relations, Psychology, Behavioral Studies, Social Sciences, Business Administration or any other relevant field
2. At least 1 year of relevant experience will be considered an advantage
3. Demonstrated development ability, outstanding organizational, analytical, problem solving and communication skills
4. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to adopt to a multicultural/multinational environment
5. Excellent knowledge of the English and Greek languages both verbally and in writing

Preferred Qualifications

• Very good knowledge of French will be considered an advantage
• Master’s degree Political Sciences, International Relations, Psychology, Behavioral Studies, Social Sciences, Business Administration in or any other relevant field and/or equivalent professional certificates, will be considered an advantage

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, and a list of three (3) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact Ms Eleni Sophocleous (e.sophocleous@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

*Recruitment will continue until the application process is marked as closed

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Eleni Sophocleous

Reference number: CYI_IAO_24_13

Areed

Deadline for applications: 11/10/2024

Application process closed*

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European Non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of the CyI is pursued at its four Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC) and the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C). Considerable cross-center interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.

The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Center (CaSToRC) of CyI invites applications from highly qualified and motivated individual with project management expertise to join the team as the “Scientific Coordinator” of the QUEST Project. The successful candidate will take responsibility for coordinating and supporting the implementation of the EU funded ERA Chair QUEST (QUantum computing for Excellence in Science and Technology) project. This will include project related administrative matters, as well as engagement in the strategic development of the project portfolio and the research agenda of the research unit. The successful candidate is expected to drive the project implementation with minimal guidance.

The period of the appointment will be at the rank of “Senior Officer” for a fixed-term period until December 2027. An internationally competitive remuneration package will be offered, which is commensurate with the level of experience of the successful candidate.

Responsibilities/activities to be involved in:

1. Project administration/coordination (financial reporting, deliverables, communication with funding organizations) for QUEST
2. Identification of future funding opportunities

3. Aiding in the development and writing of project proposals

Required Qualifications

1. A Masters degree in Physics, Mathematics, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Engineering, Computer Science, or any other relevant field
2. 3-year of relevant experience
3. Experience in project management and/or administration
4. Excellent knowledge of oral and written English
5. Previous experience in writing technical reports and proposals
6. High level of communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to a multicultural/multinational environment
7. Ability to multitask and change priorities with minimum supervision
8. High level organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
9. Excellent knowledge of MS Office
10. Experience in presenting to medium and large audiences

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a research/academic institution
• Previous experience in research
• General knowledge of computational methods and Quantum Computing
• Knowledge of project management techniques and software tools
• Previous experience in proposal writing for competitive funding

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, list of publications and a list of three (3) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact Prof Karl Jansen (karl.jansen@desy.de). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

*Recruitment will continue until the application process is marked as closed

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Prof Karl Jansen

Reference number: CaSToRC_SC_24_15

Areed

Deadline for applications: 04/10/2024

Application process closed*

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), and the Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC). Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.

The Cyprus Institute invites applications for a highly qualified and motivated individual to join the Institute as a Research Engineer, in our interdisciplinary research team at the Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC). The successful candidate will pursue Research & Development (R&D) in the area of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) with applications in education. Focus will be placed on evaluating and/or developing state-of-the-art educational tools relying on GenAI methodologies, which will be assessed based on their effect on the educational experience from the student/teacher perspectives. The research engineer will also be involved in the design of a digital platform with featured educational GenAI tools, contribute to its end-users’ requirements and the relevant user interface (UI) / user experience (UX). The candidate will collaborate closely with faculty and research teams at CaSToRC, while being in continuous communication with project partners from diverse disciplines, including AI, software development, education, ethics and psychology. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to a high-impact interdisciplinary project, involving collaboration with academics, the industry, educational institutions and parents’ associations, at the intersection of research and policy recommendation.

The initial period of the appointment will be for a duration of 18 months, with the possibility of renewal throughout the project duration (36 months), subject to performance and the availability of funds. An internationally competitive remuneration package will be offered, which is commensurate with the level of experience of the successful candidate.

Responsibilities/activities to be involved in:

• Support the design and development of a digital platform for evaluation of educational tools (design of end-users’ requirements and system specifications)
• Contribute to the design of the platform’s architecture and user interface (UI) / user experience (UX) 
• Support the integration of featured tools in platform and workflow automation
• Contribute to the execution and assessment of pilot experiments.

Required Qualifications

1. BSc in Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Data Science or any other relevant field
2. Previous experience in at least one of the following areas: Machine Learning, Cloud Services, Software System
3. Understanding of fundamental concepts in AI and GenAI.
4. Proficient programming skills (preferably in Python) and some experience with at least one of the following: a) GenAI, b) data analytics, c) deep learning frameworks.
5. Understanding and application of good software engineering practices.
6. Excellent knowledge of the English language, both verbal and writing
7. Demonstrated development ability, outstanding organizational, analytical, problem solving and communication skills
8. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to a multicultural/multinational environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with GenAI applications
• Experience in the design and development of digital tools
• Interaction with the educational sector
• 1-year relevant experience will be considered an advantage
• Previous experience in a research/academic institution.
• MSc in Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Data Science or any other relevant field will be considered an advantage

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, and a list of two (2) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact Prof Constantine Dovrolis (c.dovrolis@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

*Recruitment will continue until the application process is marked as closed

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Prof Constantine Dovrolis

Reference number: CaSToRC_RE_24_18

Areed

Deadline for applications: 04/10/2024

Application process closed*

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), and the Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC). Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.

The Cyprus Institute invites applications for a highly qualified and motivated individual to join the Institute as a Post-doctoral Fellow, in our interdisciplinary research team at the Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC). The successful candidate will pursue Research & Development (R&D) in the area of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) with applications in education.

In general, the successful candidate is expected to:

• Conduct research to further develop research skills and competencies, and publish novel and significant results in selective peer-reviewed journals and conferences.
• Contribute to all aspects of sponsored Research, Innovation and/or Development projects (including conducting research, co-authoring publications, implementing deliverables, reporting activities, dissemination activities, etc).
• Contribute to new grant proposals preparation.

More specifically, the successful candidate will focus on evaluating and/or developing state-of-the-art educational tools relying on GenAI methodologies, which will be assessed based on their effect on the educational experience from the student/teacher perspectives. The post-doctoral fellow will also work on the design and execution of pilot studies related to educational GenAI tools, in schools. The candidate will collaborate closely with faculty and research teams at CaSToRC, while being in continuous communication with project partners from diverse disciplines, including AI, software development, education, ethics and psychology. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to a high-impact interdisciplinary project, involving collaboration with academics, the industry, educational institutions and parents’ associations, at the intersection of research and policy recommendation.

The initial period of the appointment will be for a duration of 18 months. Post-Doctoral Fellowships can be renewed depending on performance and availability of funds for a fixed-term period. An internationally competitive remuneration package will be offered, which is commensurate with the level of experience of the successful candidate. 

General Responsibilities:

• Conduct research, innovation and development activities based on project requirements.
• Collect and analyze data as stipulated by project specifications and supervision.
• Write research papers in collaboration with the line manager and other peers.
• Present results at conferences and meetings and contribute to journal publications.
• Contribute to research proposal preparation, scientific reporting, and project management.
• Provide mentoring and guidance to Graduate Research Fellows and Research Engineers, if applicable.
• Contribute to dissemination activities (such as public seminars or targeted talks), promoting external recognition at the national and international levels.
• Contribute to planning and organization of Center-level and Institute-level internal and external events (such as workshops, conferences) to promote external recognition at the national and international levels.
• Provide independent input related to research directions, methodologies, etc.

Project specific responsibilities:

• Identification and evaluation of state-of-the-art GenAI educational tools
• Development of an evaluation framework for a digital platform with featured educational tools
• Development/contribution to AI methodologies for personalization of the platform depending on end-user
• Provide training on the use of educational tools by end-users
• Design pilot experiments of the use of platform in schools
• Contribute to the execution and assessment of pilot experiments.

Required Qualifications

1. PhD in either a discipline that is related to Education (e.g., Education Technologies) or in a technical discipline that relates to AI (e.g., Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering) 
2. Previous experience in at least one of the following areas: Artificial Intelligence methods, applications of generative AI, Education technology.
3. Relevant publications in scientific journals or peer-reviewed conferences.
4. Participation in scientific conferences.
5. Proven ability to teach/train and present complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
6. Understanding of fundamental concepts in AI and GenAI.
7. Some programming skills (preferably in Python) and some experience with at least one of the following: a) GenAI, b) data analytics, c) statistics.

1. Experience in conducting peer-reviewed research in the relevant field.
2. Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
3. Proficiency in English (written and verbal).

11. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with GenAI applications in education
• Experience in the design and development of digital tools
• Experience in the design and development of educational material.
• Interaction with the educational sector
• A portfolio showcasing relevant projects and experience in the field.

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, list of publications and a list of three (3) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact Prof Constantine Dovrolis (c.dovrolis@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

*Recruitment will continue until the application process is marked as closed

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Prof Constantine Dovrolis

Reference number: CaSToRC_PDF_24_17

Areed

Deadline for applications: 30/09/2024

Application process closed*

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of the CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), and the Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC). Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.

The Cyprus Institute invites applications for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to join the Institute as an Administrative Assistant. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day execution of all administrative task for the smooth operation of the assigned Department/Division/Centre.

The initial period of the appointment will be for a duration of two years, with the possibility of renewal subject to performance and availability of funds. An internationally competitive remuneration package will be offered, which is commensurate with the level of experience of the successful candidate.

Responsibilities/activities to be involved in:

1. Provides broad range of administrative support including:
   1. Maintenance and update of records
   2. Preparation and carrying out correspondence
   3. Handling documentation
   4. Minutes keeping
   5. Schedules appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements
2. Responds to inquiries and works closely with key staff in the administration of activities and programs
3. Performs related duties as assigned
4. Supports with material and assists in the planning, coordination and support of a variety of meetings and special events
5. Handles administrative duties including managing petty cash, requests for travel reimbursements, and IT related needs

Required Qualifications

1. Basic Academic qualifications (School Certificate, Diploma)
2. Professional qualification or relevant professional experience with proven track record of relevant training participation (Office Administration) will be considered an advantage
3. Demonstrates development ability, outstanding organizational, analytical skills, problem solving and communication skills
4. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to a multicultural/multinational environment
5. Excellent knowledge of the English language both verbally and in writing
6. Excellent knowledge of the Greek language both verbally and in writing
7. Excellent knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree will be considered an advantage

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, list of publications and a list of three (3) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact Anixi Antonakoudi (a.antonakoudi@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

*Recruitment will continue until the application process is marked as closed

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Anixi Antonakoudi

Reference number: CYI_AA_24_11

Areed

Deadline for applications: 15/09/2024

Application process open *

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of the CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), and the Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC). Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.

The Cyprus Institute invites applications for a highly qualified and motivated individual to join the Institute as a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow in Archaeozoology in the STARC. The successful candidate will work in the field of research is archaeozoology, ancient DNA research, and archaeology.

The role is to conduct research to further develop a professional documentary (video) about Cyprus’ indigenous cattle breed. This will build on, publish and expand current novel and significant research results obtained at CyI as part of an A. G. Leventis Foundation-funded project (ARETI / CyZebu), in close cooperation with the Agricultural Research Institute and a professional film maker (SME). The scope of the role also includes to contribute to new grant proposal preparation.

In general, the successful candidate is expected to:

• Conduct research to further develop research skills and competencies, and publishing novel and significant results in selective peer-reviewed journals and conferences.
• Contribute to all aspects of sponsored Research, Innovation and/or Development projects (including conducting research, co-authoring publications, implementing deliverables, reporting activities, dissemination activities, etc).
• Contribute to new grant proposals preparation.

The initial period of the appointment will be for a duration of 6 months. An internationally competitive remuneration package will be offered, which is commensurate with the level of experience of the successful candidate.

Responsibilities/activities to be involved in:

General Responsibilities:

• Conduct research, innovation and development activities based on project requirements.
• Collect and analyze data as stipulated by project specifications and supervision.
• Write research papers in collaboration with the line manager and other peers.
• Present results at conferences and meetings and contribute to journal publications.
• Contribute to research proposal preparation, scientific reporting, and project management.
• Provide mentoring and guidance to Graduate Research Fellows and Research Engineers, if applicable.
• Contribute to dissemination activities (such as public seminars or targeted talks), promoting external recognition at the national and international levels.
• Contribute to planning and organization of Center-level and Institute-level internal and external events (such as workshops, conferences) to promote external recognition at the national and international levels.
• Provide independent input related to research directions, methodologies, etc.

Responsibilities:

1. Conduct original research into the archaeology and genetic development of the Cyprus cattle
2. Develop a scientifically sound and script appealing to the general public, in English and Greek
3. Select through tender a professional film maker
4. Work closely with the film maker on developing the film

Required Qualifications

1. PhD in Archaeozoology or Animal or livestock conservation or related fields
2. Fieldwork and laboratory experience relevant for the project
3. Excellent laboratory working experience
4. Experience in conducting peer-reviewed research in the relevant field.
5. Demonstrated record of publications and conference presentations.
6. Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
7. Proficiency in English (written and verbal).
8. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
9. High level of organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Track record of public outreach (schools, adult events)

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, list of publications and a list of three (3) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact Prof Thilo Rehren (th.rehren@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

*Recruitment will continue until the application process is marked as closed

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Prof Thilo Rehren

Reference number: STARC_PDF_24_06

Areed

Deadline for applications: 15/09/2024

Application process closed*

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of the CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), and the Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC). Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.

The Cyprus Institute invites applications for a highly motivated and qualified faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor (tenure-track) to advance the research and teaching agenda of CyI’s Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC) in the field of Energy Systems Analysis. STeDI-RC is a cross-disciplinary endeavor to engage in policy research and innovation addressing today’s sustainability challenges. Energy and climate policy is a key priority in the Centre’s agenda, requiring rigorous techno-economic analysis through optimization and simulation methods.

Assistant Professors, the entry level of Faculty at the Cyprus Institute, are responsible to lead and carry out research, innovation, and education activities, mentor students, and contribute to the development of the Cyprus Institute’s and their Research Centre’s scientific vision and mission in their field of expertise.

The successful candidate is expected to carry out research and advance the state-of-the-art in energy systems analysis, primarily for use in policy decisions to achieve zero-carbon economies, at national, European and international level. For this purpose, the successful candidate is expected to collaborate closely with researchers at STeDI-RC and other CyI Centres (EEWRC and CARE-C). CyI is the main advisor of the government of Cyprus in energy, environmental and climate policy, with continuous support to public authorities on implementing and assessing policies of the European Green Deal. Therefore, in addition to groundbreaking research, the successful candidate is expected to contribute to this advisory role as well.

The successful candidate will work in Cyprus and will be offered a tenure-track position and an internationally competitive remuneration package, which is commensurate with the candidate’s level of experience.

Responsibilities/activities to be involved in:

1. Lead a research team and show leadership and scientific management skills appropriate to their career stage.
2. Promote the development of CyI as a novel research and educational institution of regional significance and international standing.
3. Undertake independent and collaborative research leading to scientific publications that promote CyI’s reputation.
4. Contribute to the implementation of the Institute’s and the STeDI Research Centre’s research.
5. Develop innovation through exploitation and valorisation strategy for research results, where applicable.
6. Attract competitive external (national and international) funding to support the Institute’s research agenda.
7. Contribute to the design and teaching of appropriate courses in their field of expertise (e.g. energy systems modelling, energy policy, optimization methods), in line with the Institute’s educational programmes and in organising additional teaching, training, and/or professional development programmes to enrich the CyI Graduate School’s activities.
8. Supervise and mentor postgraduate and doctoral students.
9. Participate in Institute’s research, academic, or management Committees, implement outreach and public awareness activities on issues relating to the Institute’s activities, and ensure effective management of research facilities and budgets.
10. Contribute to professional development and practice by participating in respected institutions/organisations/peer review bodies.
11. Lead, design and deliver research activities of outstanding quality towards achieving excellence in terms of national/international reputation.

12. Participate in recruitment and promotion committees for technical staff and researchers of levels lower than the Assistant Professor rank.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Energy Systems Analysis or a related field.
• Internationally recognised research in a tertiary academic/research establishment.
• Significant publication record, and presentations at international conferences and other research events, showing scientific advances and recognition from others through citations, appropriate to the scientific field and career stage.
• Significant track record of presentations at international conferences and other research events.
• Potential for leading a team of researchers.
• Experience or demonstrated potential in supervising or mentoring postgraduate students.
• Excellent knowledge of the English language, both verbal and writing
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated development ability, outstanding organizational, analytical, problem solving and communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to a multicultural/multinational environment
• Excellent knowledge of European energy and climate policy

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in attracting competitive external research funding
• Experience in open-source energy system models
• Experience in energy and climate analyses in the East Mediterranean and Middle East region

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, list of publications and a list of five (5) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact Prof Theodoros Zachariadis (t.zachariadis@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

*Recruitment will continue until the application process is marked as closed

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Prof Theodoros Zachariadis

Reference number: CYI_FPESA_24_12

Areed

Deadline for applications: 31/08/2024

Application process closed*

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of the CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), and the Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC). Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.

The Cyprus Institute invites applications for a highly qualified and motivated individual to join the Institute as a Supercomputing System Engineer in the HPC Research Facility. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to advance their career in the field of High-Performance Computing (HPC) and Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure. This role is central to managing our advanced HPC systems, including data storage and processing networks.

The successful candidate will contribute to shaping the Institute’s technological capabilities, by contributing to user support, resource allocation, hardware procurement, and technology evaluation. This position offers significant opportunities for self-directed learning and professional growth in a supportive environment.

The initial period of the appointment will be for a duration of 24 months with the possibility of renewal, depending on performance and availability of funds. An internationally competitive remuneration package will be offered, which is commensurate with the level of experience of the successful candidate.

Responsibilities/activities to be involved in:

• System Administration
• System design, deployment, and performance evaluation
• Systems Monitoring
• System tools development
• Contribution to user support
• Organization and implementation of user support services
• Involvement in resource allocation procedures
• Preparation of documentation material for HPC Facility users
• Coordination of procurement of hardware and software for the HPC Facility
• Contribution to the implementation of European funded projects
• Preparation of reports and deliverables

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering, or any other relevant field
2. 1-year relevant experience will be considered an advantage
3. Experience in Linux
4. Knowledge of Shell scripting
5. Knowledge of programming Languages such as Python and JavaScript
6. Good knowledge of Computer Architecture
7. Excellent knowledge of the English language, both verbal and writing
8. Demonstrated development ability, outstanding organizational, analytical, problem solving and communication skills
9. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to a multicultural/multinational environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the Greek language will be considered an advantage.
• Networking certifications
• Linux certifications
• Cloud/DevOps certifications
• Network Security-related certifications

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, and a list of three (3) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact George Tsouloupas (g.tsouloupas@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

*Recruitment will continue until the application process is marked as closed

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: George Tsouloupas

Reference number: HPC_SE_24_01

Areed

Deadline for applications: 15/09/2024

Application process closed*

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of the CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), and the Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC). Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.

The Cyprus Institute invites here applications for a highly qualified and motivated individual to join the Institute as a Post Doctoral Research Fellow for the Dust-DN project (Dust Doctoral Network) at the Environmental Observations Department of CARE-C. The successful applicant will contribute to the scientific outcomes of the project and will carry out research in the field of atmospheric dust and/or remote sensing.

Under the Supervision of the Dust-DN Principal Investigator, the successful candidate will support the activities of the Dust Doctoral Network. The network is a strategic international, interdisciplinary and intersectoral alliance of high-profile beneficiaries and associated partners, able to leverage on unique state-of-the-art facilities. Dust-DN is the first doctoral network on a European in this field of research, and it will provide a critical mass on dust-focused studies. It involves 23 partner institutions based in 9 countries, and it will host a number of doctoral candidates on the common theme of atmospheric dust, with focus on (1) Understanding of the fundamentals of dust microphysical properties and processes; (2) Identifying the influence of source regions on atmospheric dust properties; (3) Socio-economic impacts of dust on health, aviation and energy production; and (4) Dust in the global climate system.

Among the responsibilities of the Post-Doctoral Fellow will be to support the principal investigator with the coordination of the network, the organisation of training events and workshops, the dissemination, exploitation and communication activities, and the reporting of the project to the European Research Executive Agency (REA).

The successful candidate is expected to enhance the scientific expertise of the institute in terms of research in the field of atmospheric dust and/or remote sensing, related to the objectives of Dust-DN, and is expected to provide mentoring and guidance to the doctoral candidates hosted at CyI. In this respect, the candidates should submit their vision, together with the application.

The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to engage in teaching activities within the Master’s and PhD programs of the CyI, and/or within the Dust-DN training events.

In general, the Post-Doctoral Research Fellow is expected to:

• Conduct research to further develop research skills and competencies, and publishing novel and significant results in selective peer-reviewed journals and conferences.
• Contribute to all aspects of sponsored Research, Innovation and/or Development projects (including conducting research, co-authoring publications, implementing deliverables, reporting activities, dissemination activities, etc).
• Contribute to new grant proposals preparation.

The initial period of the appointment will be for a duration of 24 months with the possibility of renewal, depending on performance and availability of funds. An internationally competitive remuneration package will be offered, which is commensurate with the level of experience of the successful candidate.

Responsibilities:

1. Support the PI to coordinate, manage and organise the Dust-DN project
2. Contribute to research in the field of atmospheric dust and/or remote sensing, matching and adapting it with the group’s objectives and needs.
3. Acquisition, scientific exploitation and dissemination of scientific data
4. Dissemination, exploitation and communication of scientific achievements and results

General Responsibilities of Post-Doctoral Fellow:

• Conduct research, innovation and development activities based on project requirements.
• Collect and analyze data as stipulated by project specifications and supervision.
• Write research papers in collaboration with the line manager and other peers.
• Present results at conferences and meetings and contribute to journal publications.
• Contribute to research proposal preparation, scientific reporting, and project management.
• Provide mentoring and guidance to Graduate Research Fellows and Research Engineers, if applicable.
• Contribute to dissemination activities (such as public seminars or targeted talks), promoting external recognition at the national and international levels.
• Contribute to planning and organization of Center-level and Institute-level internal and external events (such as workshops, conferences) to promote external recognition at the national and international levels.
• Provide independent input related to research directions, methodologies, etc.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Atmospheric Sciences, Meteorology or closely related discipline
• Expertise in the field atmospheric dust and/or remote sensing
• Experience in atmospheric observations and field campaigns within an international context
• A growing publication record with at least some publications in which the candidate is the first or corresponding author.
• Excellent presentation skills in scientific conferences and seminars
• Documented participation in experiments and field campaigns
• Experience in developing scientific software (computer-based programming)
• Experience in conducting peer-reviewed research in the relevant field.
• Demonstrated record of publications and conference presentations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in English (written and verbal).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in project management
• Capacity to coordinate and organize a team
• Teaching record
• Demonstrated international mobility (field campaigns, scientific and technical training, conferences, workshops, etc.)
• Driving licence

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, list of publications and a list of three (3) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format).

With reference to the required and preferred qualifications/experiences indicated in this job advert, we ask applicants to clearly justify how they are able to meet each of them in their letter of interest, addressing them one by one and providing evidence, because this information is going to be used for shortlisting and ranking the candidates. With reference to the candidate’s contribution to the research objectives of the institute, we kindly ask to explain this in a vision statement (one page maximum).

For further information, please contact Franco Marenco (f.marenco@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

*Recruitment will continue until the application process is marked as closed

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Franco Marenco

Reference number: CARE-C_PDF_24_11

Areed

Deadline for applications: 15/09/2024

Application process closed*

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of the CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), and the Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC). Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.

The Cyprus Institute invites here applications for a highly qualified and motivated individual to join the Institute as an Associate Research Scientist for the Dust-DN project (Dust Doctoral Network) at the Environmental Observations Department of CARE-C. The successful applicant will be responsible for the scientific outcomes of the project and will carry out research in the field of atmospheric dust and/or remote sensing.

Under the Supervision of the Dust-DN Principal Investigator, the successful candidate will coordinate the activities of the Dust Doctoral Network. The network is a strategic international, interdisciplinary and intersectoral alliance of high-profile beneficiaries and associated partners, able to leverage on unique state-of-the-art facilities. Dust-DN is the first doctoral network on a European in this field of research, and it will provide a critical mass on dust-focused studies. It involves 23 partner institutions based in 9 countries, and it will host a number of doctoral candidates on the common theme of atmospheric dust, with focus on (1) Understanding of the fundamentals of dust microphysical properties and processes; (2) Identifying the influence of source regions on atmospheric dust properties; (3) Socio-economic impacts of dust on health, aviation and energy production; and (4) Dust in the global climate system. Among the responsibilities of the Associate Research Scientist will be the coordination of the network together with the principal investigator, the organisation of training events and workshops, the dissemination, exploitation and communication activities, and the reporting of the project to the European Research Executive Agency (REA).

The Associate Research Scientist is expected to bring their scientific expertise to the institute in terms of research in the field of atmospheric dust and/or remote sensing, related to the objectives of Dust-DN, and will contribute to the co-supervision of the doctoral candidates hosted at CyI. In this respect, the candidates should submit their vision, together with the application.

The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to engage in teaching activities within the Master’s and PhD programs of the CyI, and/or within the Dust-DN training events. It is expected that the Associate Research Scientist will further develop their research within the Institute and contribute to the preparation (and coordination) of future competitive national and international (e.g. Horizon Europe) proposals and supervise young researchers working on the awarded projects.

In general, the Associate Research Scientist is expected to:

• Contribute to all aspects of sponsored Research, Innovation and/or Development projects (including conducting research, co-authoring publications, implementing deliverables, reporting activities, dissemination activities, etc).
• Participate in new grant proposals (including the possibility of leading proposals/projects as PI or co-PI).
• Teach courses at the CyI Graduate School to gain teaching experience and engage graduate students in research projects.

The initial period of the appointment will be for a duration of 24 months with the possibility of renewal, depending on performance and availability of funds. An internationally competitive remuneration package will be offered, which is commensurate with the level of experience of the successful candidate.

Responsibilities:

1. Coordinate, manage and organise the Dust-DN in conjunction with the Principal Investigator
2. Develop research in the field of atmospheric dust and/or remote sensing, matching and adapting it with the group’s objectives and needs.
3. Acquisition, scientific exploitation and dissemination of scientific data
4. Dissemination, exploitation and communication of scientific achievements and results

General Responsibilities of associate research scientists:

• Conduct research, innovation and development activities based on project requirements.
• Develop new research ideas and contribute to the Center’s and the Institute’s research agenda.
• Publish in selective peer-reviewed journals and conferences.
• Secure funding to sustain research activities.
• Mentor early-stage researchers, research engineers, and graduate students.
• Engage in teaching activities relevant to expertise.
• Participate in consultation activities as per field of expertise and center requirement.
• Contribute to dissemination activities (such as public seminars or targeted talks) to promote external recognition at the national and international levels.
• Contribute to planning and organization of Center-level and Institute-level internal and external events (such as workshops, conferences) to promote external recognition at the national and international levels.
• Engage with industry and public organizations to support the role of CyI.
• Provide independent input about strategic decisions related to research directions, methodologies, grant applications, etc.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Atmospheric Sciences, Meteorology or closely related discipline
• Expertise in the field atmospheric dust and/or remote sensing
• Experience in atmospheric observations and field campaigns within an international context
• A growing publication record with at least some publications in which the candidate is the first or corresponding author.
• Excellent presentation skills in scientific conferences and seminars
• Documented participation in experiments and field campaigns
• Experience in developing scientific software (computer-based programming)
• Prior experience as a Post-doctoral Fellow in the research field of atmospheric sciences
• A growing experience contributing to sponsored research projects.
• Growing mentoring capabilities.
• Independent initiative in conjunction with effective teamwork.
• Excellent knowledge of the English language, both verbal and writing
• Demonstrated development ability, outstanding organizational, analytical, problem solving and communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to a multicultural/multinational environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in project management
• Capacity to coordinate and organize a team
• Teaching record
• Demonstrated international mobility (field campaigns, scientific and technical training, conferences, workshops, etc.)
• Driving licence

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, list of publications and a list of three (3) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format).

With reference to the required and preferred qualifications/experiences indicated in this job advert, we ask applicants to clearly justify how they are able to meet each of them in their letter of interest, addressing them one by one and providing evidence, because this information is going to be used for shortlisting and ranking the candidates. With reference to the candidate’s contribution to the research objectives of the institute, we kindly ask to explain this in a vision statement (one page maximum).

For further information, please contact Franco Marenco (f.marenco@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

*Recruitment will continue until the application process is marked as closed

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Franco Marenco

Reference number: CARE-C_ARS_24_09

Areed

Deadline for applications: 09/08/2024

Application process open *

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of the CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), and the Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC). Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.

The Cyprus Institute invites applications for a highly qualified and motivated individual to join the Institute as a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow in Geospatial Analysis and Land & Water Management in the Water Department of EEWRC. The Water Department investigates hydrologic and ecosystems processes and tests agro-ecosystems innovations and management practices through field observations, experimental research and modelling, in cooperation with various stakeholders in Cyprus and abroad.

In general, the successful candidate is expected to:

• Conduct research to further develop research skills and competencies, and publish novel and significant results in selective peer-reviewed journals and conferences.
• Contribute to all aspects of sponsored Research, Innovation and/or Development projects (including conducting research, co-authoring publications, implementing deliverables, reporting activities, dissemination activities, etc).
• Contribute to new grant proposals preparation.

More specifically, the successful candidate is expected to contribute to the research projects of the Water Department, with a special focus on the newly funded Horizon Europe TERRASAFE Project on "Terrestrial resilience and restoration strategies for (semi) arid and fragile ecosystems through a multi-actor approach". This project is a cooperation between research groups and innovators from Austria, Cyprus, England, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden and Tunisia. This project aims to develop an integrated approach for the mapping and analysis of land degradation status, drivers, impacts and responses. Data from field surveys, online spatial databases, remote sensing and modelling will be used to develop GIS Apps for the analysis of land management practices and climate scenarios for combatting desertification in pilot areas in Cyprus, Romania, Spain and Tunisia.

The initial period of the appointment will be for a duration of 24 months. Post-Doctoral Fellowships can be renewed depending to performance and availability of funds for a fixed-term period. An internationally competitive remuneration package will be offered, which is commensurate with the level of experience of the successful candidate.

Project Related Responsibilities:

1. Review of integrated assessments and mapping of desertification status, impacts and responses
2. Collection and analysis of spatial data and remote sensing images for desertification assessments
3. Development of online GIS applications for desertification analysis (e.g., Google Earth Engine)
4. Land degradation field surveys
5. Soil, water and plant sampling and analysis

General Responsibilities:

• Conduct research, innovation and development activities based on project requirements.
• Collect and analyze data as stipulated by project specifications and supervision.
• Write research papers in collaboration with the line manager and other peers.
• Present results at conferences and meetings and contribute to journal publications.
• Contribute to research proposal preparation, scientific reporting, and project management.
• Provide mentoring and guidance to Graduate Research Fellows and Research Engineers, if applicable.
• Contribute to dissemination activities (such as public seminars or targeted talks), promoting external recognition at the national and international levels.
• Contribute to planning and organization of Center-level and Institute-level internal and external events (such as workshops, conferences) to promote external recognition at the national and international levels.
• Provide independent input related to research directions, methodologies, etc.

Required Qualifications

1. PhD degree in Physical Geography, Environmental, Ecological or Earth Sciences/ Engineering or any other related field
2. Proven experience in geospatial analysis
3. Programming skills, e.g., Python, Javascript, C, R
4. Experience with soil and land management field and laboratory research
5. Experience in conducting peer-reviewed research in the relevant field.
6. Demonstrated record of publications and conference presentations.
7. Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
8. Proficiency in English (written and verbal).
9. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
10. High level of organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with analysis of Remote Sensing images
• Experience with land degradation field surveys
• Experience with soil, water and plant sampling and analysis
• Experience in working in interdisciplinary research teams
• Greek language will be considered an advantage

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, list of publications and a list of three (3) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact Dr Adriana Bruggeman (a.bruggeman@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

*Recruitment will continue until the application process is marked as closed

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Dr Adriana Bruggeman

Reference number: EEWRC_PDF_24_05

Areed

Deadline for applications: 09/08/2024

Application process open *

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of the CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), and the Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC). Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.

The Cyprus Institute invites applications for a highly qualified and motivated individual to join the Institute as a Technical Research Specialist in Field Research and Geospatial Analysis of Land and Water Management in the Water Department of EEWRC.

The Water Department investigates hydrologic and ecosystems processes and tests agro-ecosystems innovations and management practices through field observations, experimental research and modelling, in cooperation with various stakeholders in Cyprus and abroad. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the research projects of the Water Department, with a special focus on the newly funded Horizon Europe TERRASAFE Project on "Terrestrial resilience and restoration strategies for (semi) arid and fragile ecosystems through a multi-actor approach". This project is a cooperation between research groups and innovators from Austria, Cyprus, England, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden and Tunisia. This project aims to develop an integrated approach for the mapping and analysis of land degradation status, drivers, impacts and responses. The successful candidate along with the team will work with stakeholders in Cyprus to map land degradation, test soil and water management innovations and support the development of a GIS App.

The initial period of the appointment will be for a duration of 24 months with the possibility of renewal, depending on performance and availability of funds. An internationally competitive remuneration package will be offered, which is commensurate with the level of experience of the successful candidate.

Responsibilities/activities to be involved in:

1. Sampling and analysis of soil, water and plant processes in the field and in the lab
2. Maintenance of hydro-meteorological field sensors and data loggers and processing of large data sets

3. GIS mapping and analysis of spatial data and remote sensing images for land management assessments

Required Qualifications

1. BSc degree in Environmental, Agricultural, Earth or Geographical Sciences/Engineering or any other related field
2. Experience in GIS analysis
3. Experience in soil, plant, and water management field work
4. Experience in soil, plant, and water laboratory analysis
5. Excellent knowledge of the English language, both verbal and writing
6. Demonstrated development ability, outstanding organizational, analytical, problem solving and communication skills
7. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to a multicultural/multinational environment

Preferred Qualifications

• MSc degree in Environmental, Agricultural, Earth or Geographical Sciences/Engineering or any other related field
• Programming experience, e.g., Python, Javascript
• Experience with analysis of Remote Sensing images
• Experience in working in interdisciplinary research teams
• Greek language will be considered an advantage

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, and a list of three (3) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact Dr Adriana Bruggeman (a.bruggeman@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

*Recruitment will continue until the application process is marked as closed

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Dr Adriana Bruggeman

Reference number: EEWRC_TRS_24_06

Areed

Deadline for applications: 01/08/2024

Application process closed *

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of the CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), and the Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC). Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.

The Cyprus Institute invites applications for a highly qualified and motivated individual to join the Advanced Renewable Energy Systems (ARES) group of EEWRC as a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow. The candidate will contribute to the research activities of the ARES’ group in general, and, more specific, to the objectives of the EC’s funded ‘’SolarX-HopOn’’ project.  The project will deal with the design, development and testing of an innovative, and patented by CYI “reflector field characterization system” for use in Concentrated Solar Thermal (CST) technology. The innovative system will be tested and demonstrated at CYI's PROTEAS state-of-the-art experimental facility.

In general, the Post-Doctoral Fellow will be expected to:

• Conduct research to further develop research skills and competencies, and publishing novel and significant results in selective peer-reviewed journals and conferences.
• Contribute to all aspects of sponsored Research, Innovation and/or Development projects (including conducting research, co-authoring publications, implementing deliverables, reporting activities, dissemination activities, etc).
• Contribute to new grant proposals preparation.

More specifically, the successful candidate is expected to carry out research on advancing the state-of-the-art of CST technologies, with emphasis on the modelling, design and optimization of novel CST components and devices.

The successful candidate will be based at CYI’s headquarters in Nicosia, with frequent travels (with CYI provided car and according to the needs of the project) to the PROTEAS experimental facility at Pentakomo, Limassol.

The initial appointment is for a fixed-term period of 24 months. Post-Doctoral Fellowships can be renewed depending to performance and availability of funds for a fixed-term period. An internationally competitive remuneration package will be offered, which is commensurate with the level of experience of the successful candidate.

Position Specific Responsibilities:

1. Design, optimization, development and testing of novel CST components/devices, focusing on advancing the state-of-the-art of reflector field characterization systems. 
2. Participating in the experimental field testing
3. Processing and analyzing results of the experimental testing
4. Multiphysics modelling and simulation of CST components/devices
5. Collaborating and liaising effectively with the project partners
6. Engaging with European and international industry and research / academia relevant to the project’s scope

7. Contributing to the on-going activities and in advancing the research lines of the ARES group, emphasizing on the research agenda of the PROTEAS facility

General Post-Doctoral Fellow Responsibilities:

• Conducting research, innovation and development activities based on project requirements.
• Collecting and analyzing data as stipulated by project specifications and supervision.
• Writing research papers in collaboration with the line manager and other peers.
• Presenting results at conferences and meetings and contributing to journal publications.
• Contributing to research proposal preparation, scientific reporting, and project management.
• Providing mentoring and guidance to Graduate Research Fellows and Research Engineers, if applicable.
• Contributing to dissemination activities (such as public seminars or targeted talks), promoting external recognition at the national and international levels.
• Contributing to planning and organization of Center-level and Institute-level internal and external events (such as workshops, conferences) to promote external recognition at the national and international levels.
• Providing independent input related to research directions, methodologies, etc.

Required Qualifications

1. PhD in Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical/electronics engineering, or Aeronautical Engineering, or Software Engineering, or Energy Engineering, or Physical Sciences, or relevant field
2. Experience in conducting peer-reviewed research in the relevant field.
3. Demonstrated record of publications and conference presentations.
4. Background or good understanding of the concepts of Concentrated Solar Thermal technology
5. Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
6. Proficiency in English (written and verbal).
7. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
8. High level of organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineering systems design optimization
• Knowledge on Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (drones) technology
• Experience on engineering design using Computer Aided Design (CAD) and/or Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM)
• Experience on rapid prototyping through 3D printing
• Experience on Blender computer software
• Programming skills (preferably in C++ and/or Python and/or Matlab)

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, list of publications and a list of three (3) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact Dr Kypros Milidonis (k.milidonis@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

*Recruitment will continue until the application process is marked as closed

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Kypros Milidonis

Reference number: EEWRC_PDF_24_04

Areed

Deadline for applications: 28/07/2024

Application process open *

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of the CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), and the Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC). Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.

The Cyprus Institute invites applications for a highly motivated and qualified individual to join the Institute as a Post-Doctoral Fellow who will be integrated in the Computational Science and Engineering team of CaSToRC. The candidate will pursue research in the context of the nationally (RIF) funded project ASPERIUM, focusing on the development and application as well of computational methods and simulations for materials with energy applications.

In general, the successful candidate will be expected to:

• Conduct research to further develop research skills and competencies, and publishing novel and significant results in selective peer-reviewed journals and conferences.
• Contribute to all aspects of sponsored Research, Innovation and/or Development projects (including conducting research, co-authoring publications, implementing deliverables, reporting activities, dissemination activities, etc).
• Contribute to new grant proposals preparation.

More specifically, the candidate is expected to be highly involved in the development and application as well of ab-initio and atomistic simulation methodologies for complex nanostructured materials. They will also develop algorithms and codes for simulations/data analytics methodologies in engineering applications.

The position can be either full-time or part-time depending on the successful candidate’s availability. The initial appointment will be for a fixed-term period depending on successful candidate’s availability. Post-Doctoral Fellowships can be renewed depending to performance and availability of funds for a fixed-term period. An internationally competitive remuneration package will be offered, which is commensurate with the level of experience of the successful candidate.

Project Specific Responsibilities:

1. Developing ab-initio and/or atomistic simulation methodologies for complex nanostructured materials.
2. Developing algorithms and codes for simulations/data analytics in engineering applications.
3. Performing large-scale computations in computational engineering.

General Responsibilities:

• Conducting research, innovation and development activities based on project requirements.
• Collecting and analyzing data as stipulated by project specifications and supervision.
• Writing research papers in collaboration with the line manager and other peers.
• Presenting results at conferences and meetings and contributing to journal publications.
• Contributing to research proposal preparation, scientific reporting, and project management.
• Providing mentoring and guidance to Graduate Research Fellows and Research Engineers, if applicable.
• Contributing to dissemination activities (such as public seminars or targeted talks), promoting external recognition at the national and international levels.
• Contributing to planning and organization of Center-level and Institute-level internal and external events (such as workshops, conferences) to promote external recognition at the national and international levels.
• Providing independent input related to research directions, methodologies, etc.

Required Qualifications

• PhD degree in Physical Sciences, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science or relevant disciplines.

• Experience in conducting peer-reviewed research in the relevant field.
• Demonstrated record of publications and conference presentations.

• Previous experience in molecular simulations for complex molecular systems.
• Previous experience in at least two of the following areas: multi-scale modelling, molecular dynamics, statistical methods, data analytics, and stochastic (Monte Carlo) methods.
• Excellent knowledge of statistics and data analytics methods.
• Excellent knowledge of programming languages such as C, C++, Fortran90, and Python.
• An understanding of High-Performance Computing (OpenMP, OpenAcc, MPI, CUDA).
• Strong scientific and technical writing skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in English (written and verbal).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• High level of organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, list of publications and a list of three (3) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact Prof Vangelis Harmandaris (v.harmandaris@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

*Recruitment will continue until the application process is marked as closed

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Prof Vangelis Harmandaris

Reference number: CaSToRC_PDF_24_07

Areed

Closing Date: 16/05/2024

The Cyprus lnstitute (Cyl) is a non-profit science and technology educational and research institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of Cyl falls within the following four research centers: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Center (CaSToRC); the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Center (STARC); the Energy, Environment and Water Research Center (EEWRC); and the Climate and Atmosphere Research Center (CARE-C). Considerable cross-center interaction is a characteristic feature of the lnstitute's culture.

Amongst other research areas, CaSToRC pursues research in Quantum Computing, an emergent new computing methodology that is pursued by computational centres worldwide offering completely new avenues in computing. Quantum Computing will add a new component to computing in general and even to High-Performance Computing, with the potential to solve problems that are classically very hard or even impossible to address or lead to more efficient solutions than otherwise possible with current classical algorithms. This will be of benefit to all research fields in computational science, including research in fundamental science, such as models in high energy and condensed matter physics, but also in pharmaceutical and health care and life science research e.g. drug design. In addition, quantum computing is being applied for optimization problems including e.g. bus routing or energy networks, large-scale machine learning, and cybersecurity aligning with the missions of the Institute within the context of the Resilience Plan of the government.

CyI invites applications for highly motivated and qualified researchers ideally with a background in quantum computing to join the Institute at the position of Post-doctoral Research Fellow in Quantum Computing at CaSToRC. The successful candidates will contribute to the research activities of the recently EU-funded ERA Chair QUEST (QUantum computing for Excellence in Science and Technology) project. QUEST (https://quest.cyi.ac.cy/) aims to create a research group in Quantum Computing under the leadership of the ERA chairholder, Prof Karl Jansen which will allow Cyprus to take advantage of opportunities in Quantum Computing at the European level, such as by the EuroHPC Joint Undertaking and the quantum technologies flagship program, which is presently not being fully exploited.

The appointment will be on a full-time basis for a period of 3 years. Post-Doctoral Fellowships can be renewed depending to performance and availability of funds for a fixed-term period. An internationally competitive remuneration package will be offered, according to the level of experience of the successful candidate.

Responsibilities/activities to be involved in:

1. Quantum computing algorithms, in particular in variational quantum algorithms and/or quantum machine learning
2. Quantum computing for models in high energy and condensed matter physics
3. Benchmarking of quantum computing hardware
4. Application to optimization problems
5. Research background in basic science fields, preferably in Quantum information, Physics, computer science or Mathematics

Required Qualifications

1. PhD in Quantum Information, Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics or any relevant subject (The candidate must hold a PhD degree from a recognized higher education institution before the deadline of the opening. Candidates who have successfully defended their doctoral thesis but who have not yet formally been awarded the doctoral degree will also be considered eligible to apply provided that they can document their successful defense of the thesis)
2. Strong academic record
3. Presentations at international meetings and conferences
4. Demonstrated publication record
5. Experience in quantum computing
6. Good knowledge of quantum computing algorithms, simulations and devices
7. Any relevant experience following the PhD degree completion will be considered as an advantage
8. Excellent knowledge of the English language, both verbal and writing
9. Demonstrated development ability, outstanding organizational, analytical, problem solving and communication skills
10. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to a multicultural/multinational environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of programming languages, such as C, C++, Julia or Python
• Knowledge of Qiskit, Pennylane or similar programming languages

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, list of publications and a list of three (3) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact Dr Stella Manoli (s.manoli@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

Recruitment will continue until the position is filled. 

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Stella Manoli

Reference number: CaSToRC_PDF_24_08

Areed

Closing Date: 15/06/2024

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European Non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of the CyI is pursued at its four Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC) and the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C). Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture. Its Educational activities are pursued through its Graduate School, which currently offers Master and Doctoral Degrees.

Position Description 

The Director of the STARC will be responsible for the general operation and conduct of all affairs of the Research Centre. The successful candidate will be based in Cyprus, and will be offered a tenured Professorship, with an internationally attractive salary and benefits package, commensurate to their high degree of responsibility and qualifications.

The successful candidate should be an outstanding scholar with strong leadership qualities, with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in research management. They are expected to have a scientific record of the highest international level, research expertise and leadership competencies in one of the scientific directions pursued by the STARC that can be effectively pursued at CyI with their involvement and a strong vision of the role of research and education.

In addition, they should be cognizant of the importance of science and technology capacity building in Europe, the Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East. Previous responsibility for institution building and/or managing complex projects from development to implementation would be a strong advantage.

The successful candidate must have excellent managerial, interpersonal and leadership skills, with strong capacities for managing human resources, and for generating and maintaining contacts in the academic, business, and governmental circles, as well as obtaining support from them for the Centre. Proficiency in spoken and written English is indispensable.

Responsibilities/activities to be involved in:

The selected candidate will undertake the responsibility of the general management of the Science and Technology in Archaeology Research Centre (STARC) and will be part of the managing team of the Institute:

1. To plan, develop and implement the research agenda of the Centre
2. To develop and implement strategies appropriate to the Centre’s mission and objectives
3. To recruit the Centre’s research staff, and to manage, develop, appraise and motivate the staff members of the Centre to carry out and achieve the centre’s research objectives
4. Act as the line manager of the CyI faculty with research expertise aligned with the Centre’s research portfolio for all research and innovation issues (excluding education)
5. To develop and monitor the Centre’s and financial budgets and oversee the Centre’s general administration, in coordination with the central administration
6. To develop and improve the research and laboratory facilities appropriate to the Centre’s research program
7. To collaborate closely with the CyI leadership for the continuous development of the Centre and of the Cyprus Institute overall
8. To engage and support the Graduate School of the Cyprus Institute and play a leading role in the design, introduction, implementation and conduct of the Courses that thematically related to the scope and activities of STARC
9. To raise financial and other resources to support the research agenda and development of the Centre
10. To undertake tasks and initiatives in relation to their faculty appointment, including teaching responsibilities

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Archaeology, History, Sciences, Humanities and Social Sciences with specialization in a field relevant to the STARC portfolio
• Scientific record of the highest international caliber
• Minimum 10-year experience in a faculty position and a minimum of 5-year experience in research management
• Strong leadership qualities
• Excellent managerial, interpersonal and leadership skills
• Strong capacity for managing human resources
• Proved capacities for generating and maintaining contacts in the academic, business and governmental circles
• Excellent knowledge of the English language, both verbal and writing
• Outstanding organizational, analytical, problem solving and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous managing responsibility in a Research and/or Academic organization will be an advantage

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, list of publications, vision statement and a list of five (5) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact Christiana Melodias (head.hr@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

Recruitment will continue until the position is filled. 

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Christiana Melodias

Reference number: CYI_STARCDIR_24_06

Areed

Closing Date: 31/08/2024

Application process open

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of the CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres, among which, the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), a 100-research staff Center of Excellence established by the European Commission and the Cyprus Government to address Air Pollution and Climate Change issues in the Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East (EMME) region.

The Impacts and Policy Department (IPD) of CARE-C, under the EMME-CARE and AVENGERS project will provide essential insights into key processes of the Earth System, consisting of the:

• Assessment of air pollutants and greenhouse gases (GHG) emissions from anthropogenic activities over Cyprus and the EMME region,
• Investigation of the radiation forcing of natural aerosols (mineral dust) and its relevance for GHG climate forcing,
• Assessment of CH4 spatial-temporal distribution emission anomalies over EMME.

The CyI invites applications for highly motivated and qualified individual to join the IPD of CARE-C as a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow. The successful candidate will contribute to the research objectives of the IPD, within the framework of national and/or international research projects with a focus on Methane emissions over the EMME region; atmospheric measurements of greenhouse gas concentrations, 3-D chemistry transport models, emission inventories, and statistical analysis tools, and GHG mapping and policy-oriented applications.

The successful applicant will have the opportunity to develop in an international research environment and work in collaboration with linked academic institutions in the EMME region with long-term career prospect at the Cyprus Institute.

The Post-doctoral fellow will be based at the Cyprus Institute and work under the direct supervision of CyI and CEA-LSCE professors and will have to spend a part of his/her working contract at LSCE (Gif/Yvette, France) to be trained.

The initial period of the appointment will be for a duration of 24 months. Post-Doctoral Fellowships can be renewed depending to performance and availability of funds for a fixed-term period. An internationally competitive remuneration package will be offered, which is commensurate with the level of experience of the successful candidate.

Responsibilities/activities to be involved in:

1. Collection and processing of observational satellite and ground based data relevant to methane and other GHG over EMME
2. Application of inversion model CIF CHIMERE with a regional domain covering the Eastern Mediterranean and Middle east region
3. Development and validation of GHG emission inventories from global to regional/urban scales with ground and remote sensing data
4. Presentation of results in conferences and meetings and participation in journal publications
5. Contribution to research proposal preparation, project (scientific) reporting & project management
6. Supervision and guidance of Research Assistants and Students

Required Qualifications

1. PhD in Natural or Mathematical Sciences and/or Environmental Science or Engineering or related field
2. Publications in peer-review scientific journals
3. Publications in peer-review conference proceedings
4. Presentations in scientific conferences
5. 3 years relevant experience (including PhD research)
6. Understanding of physical and mathematical concepts
7. Ability to work with complex computer modeling codes
8. Willingness to travel and spend time in Partner organizations
9. Excellent knowledge of the English language, both verbal and in writing.
10. Highly motivated, with the ability to work independently or in a group.
11. Good communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to a multicultural, multinational environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with processing of observational data (ground, remote sensing, lidar, satellite)
• Experience of running atmospheric composition models for GHGs / pollutants
• Understanding of transport, emissions, and chemical processes impacting atmospheric composition

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, list of publications and a list of three (3) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact Dr Jonilda Kushta (j.kushta@cyi.ac.cy) and Prof Philippe Ciais (p.ciais@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

Recruitment will continue until the position is filled. 

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Dr Jonilda Kushta (j.kushta@cyi.ac.cy) and Prof Philippe Ciais (p.ciais@cyi.ac.cy)

Reference number: CARE-C_PDF_24_06

Areed

Closing Date: 06/06/2024

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit science and technology oriented educational and research institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The Institute’s research agenda is pursued at its five Research Centers: The Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), the Computation-based Science and Technology Research Center (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Center (STARC), the Climate and Atmosphere Research Center (CARE-C) and the Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Center (STeDI-RC). Considerable cross-center interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.

The Cyprus Institute invites applications for highly motivated and qualified faculty members at the ranks of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor to advance the research and teaching agenda of CyI’s Energy Department, which belongs to the Energy Environment and Water Research Center (EEWRC). The Department studies the energy transition in the Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East and includes research groups in Advanced Renewable Energy Systems, Energy Planning and Analysis, and Sustainable Built Environment. It has secured substantial funding from European Union and national resources and plans to expand towards consolidating its leading position in Energy Research in Cyprus and the region.

The research agenda of successful candidate(s) is expected to focus on one or more of the following topics:

1. The development and utilization of novel technologies and processes for harnessing energy from Renewable Energy Sources (RES), storing and efficiently utilizing them; solar energy or other modalities well suited to the climatological conditions of the Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East are of primary concern.
2. Harnessing and storing solar energy, and subsequent utilization in process heat applications in general, and in seawater desalination production in particular.
3. Renewable Energy Systems development including hybridization and polygeneration systems, as well as advanced smart grid/microgrid systems for distributed generation suitable for “energy Islands”.
4. Development of advanced energy conservation technologies and tools aiming to minimize the energy consumption of buildings and promote energy flexibility among grid-interactive buildings to contribute to the decarbonization of the built environment.
5. Development, optimization and implementation of advanced heat mitigation and adaptation technologies for cities and neighborhoods aiming to counterbalance the impact of urban overheating, improve global environmental quality, and mitigate energy vulnerability in the urban built environment.

Priority will be given to candidates who will have relevant experience and will be able to use or expand the existing energy research infrastructure of CyI (see https://www.cyi.ac.cy/index.php/eewrc/about-the-center/research-infrastructures.html) in advancing the Energy Department’s research agenda.

The successful candidate will work in Cyprus and will be offered a tenure or tenure-track position. Full Professors are offered a tenured position; Assistant Professors have a tenure-track position; Associate Professors may be offered a tenure-track or a tenured position. An internationally competitive remuneration package will be offered, which is commensurate with the level of experience of the successful candidate.

Applicants should specify for which rank they want to be considered.

Responsibilities/activities to be involved in:

1. Helps to shape the Energy Department’s research agenda by developing and implementing strategies appropriate to the Center’s missions and objectives,
2. Develops a world-class research program in the stated fields of study and in accord with the mission and developmental plan of the Institute and EEWRC,
3. Maximally utilizes the substantial resources and research facilities of the Institute in advancing the aforementioned research agenda,
4. Designs, constructs and operates facilities appropriate to the research lines described above,
5. Raises financial and other resources for the needs of the Energy Research Department from national and international sources,
6. Contributes to the educational mission of the CyI, including the development of new doctoral and master’s programs and the improvement of existing ones.
7. Initiates and sustains high-level contacts with leading institutions throughout the world that conduct research in areas related to their respective fields.

8. Contributes to the technological and commercial maturity and the improvement of the Technological Readiness Level (TRL) of the research infrastructures and the scientific concepts described above.

Required Qualifications

1. PhD Degree in a relevant field of Engineering, such as Mechanical, Electrical, Process, Chemical or Civil Engineering, or Sciences, such as Physics, Chemistry or Environmental Science.
2. Proven research record of international standing.
3. Supervising and postgraduate training record appropriate for the rank they are applying for.
4. Experience in mentoring and teaching graduate students depending on the rank they are applying for (a strict requirement for the Associate Professor and Professor rank).
5. A minimum of three years of post-doctoral research experience or equivalent in relevant fields of research is required for the rank of Assistant Professor; for the ranks of Associate Professor and Professor, international norms typical for Research Universities apply with a minimum requirement of five and seven years of relevant experience respectively.
6. Experience in research related to the research topics of EEWRC.
7. Excellent knowledge of the English language, both verbal and writing.
8. Demonstrated development ability, outstanding organizational, analytical, problem solving and communication skills.
9. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to a multicultural/multinational environment.
10. Excellent scientific management skills, depending on the rank they are applying for.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated track record and ability, as appropriate for the position rank, to model energy components, systems and integrated processes (e.g. renewable-energy driven desalination or thermal processes in the built environment).

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, vision statement, list of publications and a list of five (5) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact Prof Theodoros Zachariadis (t.zachariadis@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

Recruitment will continue until the position is filled. 

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Prof Theodoros Zachariadis

Reference number: CYI_FPE_24_07

Areed

Closing Date: 31/05/2024

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), and the Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC). Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) invites applications for new a faculty member at the level of Assistant or Associate Professor with Specialization in Computation-based Science and Technology. The successful candidate is intended to enhance the competencies of the Institute in the area of computational modelling and large-scale simulations of physical systems. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated expertise in simulations across scales and in combining physics-based and machine learning methodologies, with applications to scientific and engineering areas, and with experience in the utilization of advanced computing technologies.  Other areas of competence will be considered in addition in case of demonstrated excellence. The selected applicant will implement and advance the research agenda of the Institute and CaSToRC in close collaboration with faculty, research staff, and the leadership of CyI. As a faculty member, an aptitude and/or experience in mentoring and teaching doctoral and Master’s students is necessary as the successful candidate will be expected to actively contribute to the Institute’s graduate program. The candidate will work in Cyprus and will be offered a tenured or tenure-track position and an attractive salary and benefits package depending on the level of experience.

Applicants should specify for which rank they want to be considered.

Responsibilities/activities to be involved in:

The new faculty member will contribute to shaping the Institute’s research agenda by:

1. Developing and implementing strategies appropriate to the Institute’s mission;
2. Mentoring, educating, and providing research guidance to graduate students;
3. Developing and expanding the Institute’s research, innovation, and educational activities;
4. Developing a world-class research program in the area of computational modeling and large-scale simulations of physical systems by utilizing advanced computational methodologies across scales, modern statistical (e.g. Bayesian) approaches, and machine learning techniques.
5. Assisting in building a transdisciplinary research environment and collaborations with other research areas where the aforementioned fields are applicable;
6. Securing financial and other resources from national and international sources;
7. Initiating and sustaining high-level collaborative projects with leading research institutions that conduct research in areas related to their respective fields;
8. Contributing to the development and implementation of facilities appropriate to the research of the Cyprus Institute;
9. Communicating the results and implications of research conducted in CaSToRC and the Institute at all levels, including academic, popular, and policy-related.

Required Qualifications

1. Doctoral Degree in Physical Sciences, Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Computer or Computational Science, and Life Science or any other relevant field.
2. Proven research record of international standing.
3. Teaching and post-graduate training record appropriate for the rank they are applying.
4. A minimum of three years of postdoctoral research experience or equivalent in relevant fields of research is required for the rank of Assistant Professor.
5. For the rank of Associate Professor international norms typical for Research Universities apply with a minimum requirement of five years, of relevant experience.
6. Experience mentoring and teaching graduate students depending on the rank they are applying for (a strict requirement for the Associate Professor rank).
7. Excellent knowledge of the English language, both verbal and writing.
8. Demonstrated development ability, outstanding organizational, analytical, problem solving and communication skills.
9. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to a multicultural/multinational environment.
10. Excellent management skills

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, list of publications, vision statement and a list of five (5) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact Ms Christiana Melodias (head.hr@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

Recruitment will continue until the position is filled. 

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Ms Christiana Melodias

Reference number: CYI_FP_24_05

Areed

Closing Date: 31/07/2024

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of the CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), and the Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC). Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.

Amongst other research areas, CaSToRC pursues research in Quantum Computing, a promising new computing methodology that is pursued by computational centres worldwide. lt is envisaged that Quantum Computing will add a new component to High Performance Computing, solving problems that are classically very hard or even impossible to address or lead to more efficient solutions than otherwise possible with current supercomputers and HPC algorithms. This will be of benefit to all research fields in computational science. This includes research fields in fundamental science but also in pharmaceutical and medical research in particular drug design, optimization problems in engineering including the energy sector, large scale machine learning applications, and cybersecurity aligning with the missions of the institute within the context of the Resilience Plan of the government.

The Cyprus Institute is seeking to recruit a highly qualified outstanding scientist, at the position of a tenure track Assistant Professor, with a background in quantum computing to strengthen and complement the Institute. As this position is under the ERA Chair funded project (QUEST), the initial contract will be fixed-term until the end of that project (31/12/2027). The initial contract may be renewed until the end of the tenure-track process which is typically of seven years (for approximately an additional 2 years following the completion of the project), subject to performance (based on the Institute’s faculty evaluation processes for the tenure process), availability of funds, and organizational requirements at the time of renewal. Following the completion of the successful formal evaluation for promotion and tenure, the candidate will be granted tenure based on the Institute’s policies and procedures. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to and extend with their expertise the research activities of the recently EU funded.

As a faculty member of the Cyprus Institute, the selected applicant is intended to enhance the competencies of the Institute in the area of Quantum Computing. S/he will implement and advance the research agenda of the Institute and CaSToRC in close collaboration with faculty, research staff and the leadership of CyI. An aptitude and/or experience in mentoring and teaching doctoral and Master’s students is necessary as the successful candidate will be expected to actively contribute to the Institute’s graduate program. The candidate will work in Cyprus and will be offered a tenure-track position and an attractive salary and benefits package depending on the level of experience.be offered, which is commensurate with the level of experience of the successful candidate.

ERA Chair QUEST (Quantum computing for Excellence in Science and Technology) project

QUEST aims to create a research group in Quantum Computing with the ERA chair holder Prof. Karl Jansen and other members of his team. The candidate is also expected to develop research projects and build his/her own group in this field strengthening collaborations with the corresponding group at the Center for Quantum Technology and Applications (CQTA), DESY-Zeuthen in Germany.

The goal is to allow Cyprus to take advantage of opportunities in Quantum Computing at the European level, such as by the EuroHPC Joint Undertaking and the quantum technologies flagship program, which are presently not being fully exploited. The appointment will be on a full-time basis at the Assistant professorship level. An internationally competitive remuneration package will be offered, according to the level of experience of the successful candidate.

Particularly for the project, the faculty member will be expected to:

1. Developing Quantum computing algorithms and methods
2. Benchmarking of quantum computing hardware
3. Developing applications to optimization problems and theoretical models
4. Supervising Ph.D. students and Postdocs
5. Supporting the ERA Chair and the Principal Investigator in the scientific and organizational work

Responsibilities/activities to be involved in:

The new faculty member will contribute in shaping the Institute’s research agenda by:

1. Developing and implementing strategies appropriate to the Institute’s mission.
2. Developing and expanding the Institute’s research, innovation and educational activities;
3. Developing a world-class research program in the area of Quantum Computing;
4. Assisting in building a transdisciplinary research environment and collaborations with other research areas where the aforementioned fields are applicable;
5. Securing financial and other resources from national and international sources;
6. Initiating and sustaining high-level collaborative projects with leading research institutions that conduct research in areas related to his/her respective fields;
7. Contributing to the development and implementation of facilities appropriate to the research of The Cyprus Institute;
8. Communicating the results and implications of research conducted in CaSToRC and The Institute at all levels, including academic, popular, and policy-related.

Required Qualifications

1. PhD in Quantum Information, physics, mathematics, computer science, electrical engineering or equivalent areas is required
2. Strong academic record
3. Experience in quantum information science, quantum algorithms and quantum computing
4. Proven research record of international standing
5. Strong publication record in the general area of quantum computing
6. At least three years of relevant experience following PhD degree completion
7. Excellent knowledge of quantum computing algorithms and devices
8. Proficiency in spoken and written English
9. Excellent interpersonal and management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of programming languages, such as C, C++, Julia or Python
• Knowledge of Qiskit, Pennylane or similar programming languages

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, [list of publications] and a list of three (3) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact Ms Christiana Melodias (head.hr@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

Recruitment will continue until the position is filled. 

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Christiana Melodias

Reference number: CYI_ASP_23_03