The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a non-profit research and educational institution with a strong scientific and technological orientation, emphasizing international collaborations, cross-disciplinary research, innovation, and post-graduate education. CyI, through its established research centers, addresses challenging issues that are important at both the regional and international levels. Many of its research activities are being carried out in partnership with leading institutions in the respective thematic areas.

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) invites applications for a highly qualified and motivated individual to join the Institute as an Associate Research Scientist in nanoparticle/nanomaterial synthesis for gas sensing and/or catalytic application sat the CyI's Climate and Atmosphere Research Center (CARE-C).

The position offers excellent possibilities for professional development of highly motivated individuals in the framework of various projects of CARE-C, which is a “Centre of Excellence” in Climate and Atmospheric Sciences for the EMME region.

Description of the Position

The successful candidate will advance the CARE-C’s research and innovation agenda in its scientific focus areas (Environmental Technologies Department and/or Instrumentation for Nanoparticle Synthesis and Characterization Laboratory) through theoretical research, mathematical modelling, data analysis and numerical applications regarding the role of atomic clusters in the atmospheric environment and/or in nanomaterials for environmental applications.

The successful candidate will promote the overall scientific excellence of the Cyprus Institute in the EMME, Europe, and beyond, train young scientists to become international leaders, combine both research and innovation with strategic partners (Academia, Public stakeholders, Private partners) to develop new products/services at the closest of end-user needs.

The Associate Research Scientist will conduct their research in CARE-C, a recently established research center of the Cyprus Institute composed by ca. 80 research staff from more than 15 different nationalities, within a highly attractive working environment where English is the working language for both research and administration.

The successful candidate is expected to develop and support their own research line with the highest international standards, leveraging CyI and CARE-C resources and utilizing the highly competitive research facilities of the Cyprus Institute such as the Instrumentation for Nanoparticle Synthesis and Characterization Laboratory.

The initial period of the appointment will be for a duration of 1 year 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. Lead research activities in nanoparticle/nanomaterial synthesis and characterization, as well as testing their performance for applications in gas sensing and catalysis
2. Actively participating and ultimately leading world-class research program in nanomaterials  for gas sensors and catalysts
3. Initiating and sustaining high-level collaborative projects with leading research institutions that conduct research in areas related to his/her respective fields;
4. Securing financial and other resources from national and international sources;
5. Communicating the results and implications of research conducted at CARE-C and The Cyprus Institute at all levels, including the academic community, the public at large; and political and economic decision makers.

Required Qualifications

1. PhD in the broader field of nanoparticle/nanomaterial synthesis, and nanotechnology
2. An excellent track record of peer-review scientific publication in the top journals of their field
3. Participation in international research programs
4. Experience in Teaching/Mentoring young (Master/PhD) students and researchers
5. Experience in raising funds from (inter)national competitive calls for research projects
6. Proficiency in spoken and written English is a prerequisite
7. The successful candidate is expected to be scholars of international standing with a minimum of three (3) years post-doctoral research experience
8. Have a demonstrated ability to work independently and the aspiration to become international leader in his/her discipline.
9. Excellent interpersonal skills aimed at maintaining contacts in academic, business and governmental circles.
10. Experience with managing projects and supervising research students

Preferred Qualifications

• International experience

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 Biskos (g.biskos@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: George Biskos

Reference number: CARE-C_ARS_22_09