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 position is for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Archaeological Science, specialising in the stable isotopic analysis of archaeobotanical remains, with secondary expertise in the isotopic analysis of zooarchaeological remains.

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:

• Apply and further develop isotope-based approaches integrated with environmental archaeological evidence to investigate past agricultural practices, animal management, food systems, mobility, diet and human–environment interactions
• In collaboration with members of the Archaeological Science Group and Technical Research Scientists, apply established protocols for sample preparation and processing
• Conduct independent and collaborative research applying stable isotope analyses to archaeobotanical and zooarchaeological remains, leading to high-quality peer-reviewed publications
• Work closely with excavation teams in Cyprus and Greece during fieldwork to maximize the potential of stable isotope research through appropriate sampling strategies and the recovery of archaeological assemblages.

Position Specific Required Qualifications:

• PhD in Environmental Archaeology (preferably in Archaeobotany), Isotope Geochemistry, or a closely related discipline
• Demonstrated expertise in the application of stable isotope analysis to archaeobotanical and zooarchaeological remains
• Hands-on experience in sample preparation, laboratory protocols, and the generation, analysis, and interpretation of stable isotope data

Position Specific Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with multi-proxy archaeological approaches combining isotopic, archaeobotanical, zooarchaeological, or biomolecular datasets
• Experience contributing to externally funded research projects and grant applications

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 Evi Margaritis ([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 Evi Margaritis

Reference number: STARC_PDF_26_16