Deadline for applications: 15/09/2024

Application process open *

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of the CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), and the Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC). Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.

The Cyprus Institute invites applications for a highly qualified and motivated individual to join the Institute as a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow in Archaeozoology in the STARC. The successful candidate will work in the field of research is archaeozoology, ancient DNA research, and archaeology.

The role is to conduct research to further develop a professional documentary (video) about Cyprus’ indigenous cattle breed. This will build on, publish and expand current novel and significant research results obtained at CyI as part of an A. G. Leventis Foundation-funded project (ARETI / CyZebu), in close cooperation with the Agricultural Research Institute and a professional film maker (SME). The scope of the role also includes to contribute to new grant proposal preparation.

In general, the successful candidate is expected to:

• Conduct research to further develop research skills and competencies, and publishing novel and significant results in selective peer-reviewed journals and conferences.
• Contribute to all aspects of sponsored Research, Innovation and/or Development projects (including conducting research, co-authoring publications, implementing deliverables, reporting activities, dissemination activities, etc).
• Contribute to new grant proposals preparation.

The initial period of the appointment will be for a duration of 6 months. 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:

General Responsibilities:

• Conduct research, innovation and development activities based on project requirements.
• Collect and analyze data as stipulated by project specifications and supervision.
• Write research papers in collaboration with the line manager and other peers.
• Present results at conferences and meetings and contribute to journal publications.
• Contribute to research proposal preparation, scientific reporting, and project management.
• Provide mentoring and guidance to Graduate Research Fellows and Research Engineers, if applicable.
• Contribute to dissemination activities (such as public seminars or targeted talks), promoting external recognition at the national and international levels.
• Contribute to planning and organization of Center-level and Institute-level internal and external events (such as workshops, conferences) to promote external recognition at the national and international levels.
• Provide independent input related to research directions, methodologies, etc.

Responsibilities:

1. Conduct original research into the archaeology and genetic development of the Cyprus cattle
2. Develop a scientifically sound and script appealing to the general public, in English and Greek
3. Select through tender a professional film maker
4. Work closely with the film maker on developing the film

Required Qualifications

1. PhD in Archaeozoology or Animal or livestock conservation or related fields
2. Fieldwork and laboratory experience relevant for the project
3. Excellent laboratory working experience
4. Experience in conducting peer-reviewed research in the relevant field.
5. Demonstrated record of publications and conference presentations.
6. Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
7. Proficiency in English (written and verbal).
8. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
9. High level of organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Track record of public outreach (schools, adult events)

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 Prof Thilo Rehren (th.rehren@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 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 that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Prof Thilo Rehren

Reference number: STARC_PDF_24_06