Deadline for applications: 02/03/2025

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 (100% FTE) for its premises at Athalassa’s Campus.

The successful candidate will work closely with the A. G. Leventis Professor in Archaeological Sciences and others to establish an online database of published metal compositions for copper-based artefacts from Cyprus, and to write a review paper on the use of brass and zinc in Cyprus from the earliest time to the early modern period. They will submit requests to study including sampling artefacts in relevant public collections, conduct microscopic and chemical analyses, and document the results to the highest academic standards.

Position Specific Responsibilities/activities:

1. Collate published chemical and lead isotope analyses of copper-based objects from Cyprus
2. Develop with relevant colleagues an online database for analysed copper-based objects
3. Draft a review-level manuscript for publication in a suitable journal on brass and zinc in Cyprus
4. Cooperate with the De Cadmeia project at STARC

Position Specific Required Qualifications:

• PhD in Chemistry, Metallurgy, Geology or related fields, and or Specialisation in archaeometallurgy
• Relevant publication on Cypriot copper-based metal artefacts
• Experience working with public museum collections and excavation archives
• Experience in handheld XRF analysis

Position Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of local and national collections of archaeological metal artefacts
• Experience in collaborating with academic and non-academic stakeholders
• Full driving license for passenger cars

Please click here for the position’s detailed job description, including general responsibilities, requirements and other details related to the position.

Duration of appointment:

The initial period of the appointment will be for a duration of 6 months 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 - €37641.89, CYI4.2 - €39457.6, CYI4.3 - €41273.31, CYI4.4 - €43089.02

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 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 adhering to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code”, principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Thilo Rehren

Reference number: STARC_PDF_25_01