The University of Limassol (UoL) invites applications for faculty position at all academic ranks in Communication & Negotiation Skills.

The University of Limassol (www.uol.ac.cy) is the evolution of the Cyprus International Institute of Management (CIIM), a renowned graduate business school operating since 1990. The University starts operations with the CIIM Business School, the Technology and Innovation School, and the Economics and Finance School. UoL puts equal emphasis on excellence in research and in teaching and has an ambitious plan of sustainable growth in scientific disciplines and in international markets. The UoL is based in cosmopolitan Limassol, the fastest growing city of Cyprus and the base of hundreds of international companies in technology, finance, professional services, real estate, tourism and shipping. Limassol is an exciting city with a complete range of opportunities and facilities for hobbies, sports and recreation from sea sports to mountain skiing and hiking.

The successful applicant is expected to publish scholarly research articles in high-rank academic journals, prepare frontier research proposals for external funding, have a strong commitment to teaching excellence at both undergraduate and post graduate levels, engage in student supervision and mentoring, as well as contribute in administrative duties. Promising and ambitious research agendas, which result in securing competitive funding, will be rewarded with lighter teaching loads and reduced administrative duties.

Required qualifications: applicants should hold a PhD from an accredited University with specialization in the field of the position they are applying for. Excellent English language and communication skills are essential. We especially seek candidates with an international academic background to further enrich faculty diversity and international profile.

For junior positions: candidate must demonstrate clear potential and commitment to frontier research as well as evidence of teaching excellence. For candidates with ambitious research agendas and external research funding, there is provision for reduced teaching load and reduced administrative duties.

For senior positions: must demonstrate a solid publication record of and commitment to frontier research through publications in high-ranked international peer-reviewed journals as well as a strong ongoing research agenda. Evidence of teaching excellence, and course and curriculum development is also required. Experience and willingness to contribute to the further development of the institution by assuming leadership positions will be considered an added advantage.

The remuneration package: internationally competitive, depending on appointment status, professorial rank, qualifications and experience. The position also offers internationally competitive teaching load, a research start-up package, and a university environment that fosters multidisciplinary collaboration and research productivity. The candidate will have the opportunity to participate in doctoral student supervision, as well as deliver elective courses in the areas of their research interests.

Apply on line: go to http://www.uol.ac.cy/faculty-application/ and complete the application form and upload all relevant documents: (1) a cover letter, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) a research plan for the next 3 years; (4) two research publication samples; and (5) teaching evaluation scores (if available). Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Category: Full-time tenure-track (Lecturer & Assistant Professor) or tenured (Associate & Full Professor)

Applications Closing Date: Until position is filled

Anticipated Starting Date: Between now and September 2023

Salary: Internationally competitive, depending on appointment status, professorial rank, qualifications and experience.