Deadline for applications: 10/12/2026

Application process open *

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit, Science- and Technology-oriented Educational and Research Institution, based in Cyprus and governed by an acclaimed Board of Directors. The research agenda of the CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres, namely:

1. The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC)
2. The Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC)
3. The Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC)
4. The Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C)
5. The Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC)

Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s scientific ethos.

The Cyprus Institute invites applications for a highly qualified and motivated Researcher to join the Institute’s STARC Centre on a full-time basis for its premises at Athalassas Campus, Nicosia.

The position is part of CyI's One Archaeological Science (OAS) project which aims to integrate different strands of archaeological science research, and to promote the use of isotopic methods where possible.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious researcher to develop an independent research programme investigating how Archaeological Science can be communicated more effectively to non-specialist audiences while helping shape the future direction of archaeological science at The Cyprus Institute.

The postdoctoral researcher will design and evaluate different approaches to communicating complex scientific evidence, methods, uncertainty and interdisciplinary interpretations, and will be expected to publish this research in high-quality peer-reviewed journals.

Please click here for the position’s detailed job description, including general responsibilities, requirements and other details related to the position.

Position Specific Responsibilities/activities:

• Work closely with OneArchSci researchers across environmental archaeology, human osteoarchaeology, archaeological materials science and isotope science to translate diverse research outputs into integrated public-facing narratives while preserving scientific accuracy and appropriate treatment of uncertainty.
• Develop an internationally competitive research programme on effective science communication and public engagement in Archaeological Science that complements the objectives of the OneArchSci project.
• Develop evidence-based outreach materials and communication formats.
• Publish high-quality peer-reviewed research papers on science communication, public engagement and/or knowledge exchange in Archaeological Science, in addition to disciplinary and collaborative outputs where appropriate.
• Produce reusable guidance, protocols, templates or toolkits that enable researchers to communicate their work more effectively and to evaluate the impact of their communication activities.

Position Specific Required Qualifications:

• PhD in Archaeological Science, Archaeology, Bioarchaeology, Environmental Archaeology, Human Osteoarchaeology, Archaeological Materials Science, Heritage Science, or another closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in communicating research to non-specialist audiences through a range of outreach, public engagement, educational, or knowledge-exchange activities, together with a strong interest in developing and evaluating evidence-based approaches to archaeological science communication.
• Experience with, or a clear capacity to apply, quantitative, qualitative and/or mixed-method research approaches.

Position Specific Preferred Qualifications:

• Research background in Archaeological Science, particularly human osteoarchaeology, environmental archaeology, archaeobotany, zooarchaeology, archaeological materials science or isotope archaeology.
• Experience in the evaluation of science communication, public engagement, education, outreach, audience response, or knowledge-exchange activities.
• Experience working with schools, museums, heritage authorities, community groups or other public and professional audiences.
• Experience using social and/or digital media for research communication and public engagement, particularly in developing, experimenting with, or evaluating different approaches to communicating scientific research to non-specialist audiences.
• Interest in open science, responsible research and innovation, research culture, and evidence-based approaches to knowledge exchange.

Duration of appointment:

The initial period of the appointment will be until the end of the project on 31/12/2029 with the possibility of renewal, depending on performance and availability of funds.

Remuneration details:

Salary Band: CYI4(1-9)

Position’s Starting Salary: CYI4.1 - €37688.69, CYI4.2 - €39506.61, CYI4.3 - €41324.66, CYI4.4 - €43142.58

Benefits:

Among other benefits, the Cyprus Institute offers flexible and remote work, additional paid leave for supporting staff work-life balance, provident fund membership and group medical and life insurance membership.

Application

Applications can be submitted through The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw), by following the instructions provided. Applicants should submit:

1. A curriculum vitae, including a short letter of interest/vision statement,
2. List of publications/work portfolio
3. List of two (2) referees (including contact information)

All documentation should be in English and in PDF format.

For further information, please contact Dr Efthymia Nikita ([email protected]). Please note that applications which do not fulfil 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 adhering to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code”, principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Dr Efthymia Nikita

Reference number: STARC_PDF_26_15