Deadline for applications: 06/04/2025

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 individual to join the Institute’s Environmental Chemistry Lab (ECL) of the CARE-C Centre of Excellence on a full-time basis (100% FTE) for its premises at Athalassa Campus.

The successful candidate will contribute to the ARIADNE (AbsoRbIng Aerosols in the Eastern MeDiterraNEan) project recently selected for funding by the Cyprus Research & Innovation Foundation (RIF) under its “Excellence” call.

The Research Technical Assistant will be supporting the implementation of this project dedicated to the experimental characterization of the chemical composition and sources of the absorbing component of Particulate Matter (PM) using a large suite of off-line (filter-based) and on-line scientific instrumentation. More specifically, the successful candidate will be responsible for conducting and supporting chemical analyses of particulate matter, including carbonaceous species (organic and elemental carbon) and trace (metal) elements.

This role also involves preparing and analyzing aerosol filters, performing gravimetric measurements, data management, and assisting with the implementation of quality assurance analytical protocols and interlaboratory professional testing. Collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams at CARE-C will be an integral part of the role.

Position Specific Responsibilities/activities:

1. Gravimetric analysis of aerosol filters
2. Carbonaceous analysis of aerosol filters
3. Elemental (trace metal) analysis of aerosol filters
4. Conducting filter sampling
5. Perform Quality Control / Quality Assurance of analyzed samples

Position Specific Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Environmental Sciences
• Capacity to work independently following detailed analytical protocols

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 12 months with the possibility of renewal, depending on performance and availability of funds.

Remuneration details:

Salary Band: CYI2(1-13)]

Position’s Starting Salary: CYI2.1 - €24851.71

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 two (2) referees (including contact information)

All documentation should be in English and in PDF format.

For further information, please contact Dr Minas Iakovides (m.iakovides@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: Minas Iakovides

Reference number: CARE-C_RTA_25_05