Deadline for applications: 11/12/2026

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 individual to join the Institute’s PROTEAS Research Facility on a full-time basis (100% FTE) for its premises at Pentakomo Campus, Limassol.

The successful candidate will be also supporting the activities of the Advanced Renewable Energy Systems group (ARES). The main responsibilities involve the development of Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) and techno-economic studies related to energy and water technologies. With respect to energy, a strong emphasis will be given in storage technologies (thermal, electrochemical, compressed air etc.). A solid understanding of techno-economic assessments is required, for the quantification of the Levelized Cost of the technologies under consideration, with the ability to propose pathways for improving their cost-effectiveness.

Moreover, the successful candidate is expected to propose and elaborate other economic approaches that may facilitate decarbonization (e.g. national subsidies, Heat Purchase Agreements, potential bids in EU Heat Auction). In addition, the role also involves the co-design, set up and conduct of experiments related to thermal energy storage. Through these activities, the successful candidate is expected to contribute to the ongoing research of the ARES group and enrich technical studies with economic and environmental assessments.

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Position Specific Responsibilities/activities:

• Develop methodological tools and collect required information for the quantification of the Levelized Cost of the investigated case studies.
• Conduct techno-economic studies for energy storage technologies across the technological spectrum, with an emphasis on thermal energy storage.
• Perform Life Cycle Assessment of energy and water technologies.
• Document and continuously monitor the energy storage industry (products, projects, business models).
• Co-design, set up and conduct experiments related to thermal energy storage.
• Prepare deliverables and technical reports, based on project requirements.

Position Specific Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor' s degree in Engineering or Applied Sciences field
• Documented experience in energy-related research and techno-economic studies
• Documented expertise in Life Cycle Assessments
• Rigorous background in heat transfer
• Solid understanding of energy storage technologies
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently and meet deadlines efficiently
• Strong written-and-oral communication skills in English and Greek

Position Preferred Qualifications:

• Practical experience with experimental research
• Proficiency in open-source tools (e.g. openLCA)
• Prior involvement in national or EU-funded research projects (e.g. Horizon Europe, H2020)
• Familiarity with the local energy landscape and policies
• Master’s degree will be considered an advantage

Duration of appointment:

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.

Remuneration details:

Salary Band: CYI3(1-14)

Position’s Starting Salary: CYI3.1 - €30,361.11

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,
2. List of two (2) referees (including contact information)

All documentation should be in English and in PDF format.

For further information, please contact Dr Marios C. Georgiou ([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 Marios C. Georgiou

Reference number: CYI_RTS_26_25