Research Positions

Title : Research Positions
No. of Positions : one (1)
Category : Employment contract
Period (12 months + extended option): May 2025 –Apr 2026
Location : University of Cyprus, Nicosia, Cyprus.

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) of the University of Cyprus announces one research position for employment. The position is for a junior researcher. The successful candidate will conduct research under the supervision of Prof. Panos Papanastasiou in the area of Geomechanics for Energy and the Environment on hydrogen (socio-economic aspects of hydrogen geological storage). The succesful candidate will work in the program Green Hydrogen Storage in Depleted Reservoirs of the East Mediterranean, BILATERAL/ISRAEL (MOST)/0224/0039 funded by the Cyprus Research and Innovation Foundation.

The required skills and expertise for the announced position include the following areas:
• Strong knowledge and understanding of physics in flow and deformation in subsurface problems
• Data analysis and timeseries forecasting using ARIMA/ SARIMAX models
• Cashflow analysis and project economics

Geomechanics Research for Energy and the Environment
Many of the engineering problems in Oil & Gas exploration, development and production and in Envrironmental applications are characterized by coupled physical processes such as time-dependent thermo-hydro-mechanical ones which may include changes in the geometry as well. The research work aims at understanding of the involved processes, to express them in mathematical models and to develop efficient computational techniques for the solution of such problems. For more information please visit the link: http://www.ucy.ac.cy/energygeomechanics

Research Position 1: Associate Research Scientist
Short Description – Duties and Responsibilities:
The successful candidate must be able to work independently and/or in a team in fundamental and/or applied research, typically in the context of research and/or innovation projects. The successful candidate may assist in preparing reports and project deliverables, contribute to the preparation of research proposals, and assist in the supervision of graduate and/or undergraduate students. Furthermore, the successful candidate is expected to contribute in the publication of his/her research results in top international conferences and journals.

Required skills
• Knowledge and understanding of physics in flow and deformation in subsurface problems
• Data science/analytics

Qualifications and Experience:
• Master’s Degree in relevant field of Engineering

Employment Terms:
The position is on a contract basis. The gross monthly salary depends on the candidate’s qualifications and expertise and will be between €1.100 - €1.700. The 13th salary bonus is incorporated in the monthly salary. Maternity leave will be granted according to Maternity Protection Law 1997 (Ν.100(Ι)/1997), and the existing amendment laws.

Application:
Interested candidates should submit the following items online through the link:
https://applications.ucy.ac.cy/recruitment (available from Monday 7/4)
• A detailed curriculum vitae in English
• Cover letter that specifies their employment availability date as well as the research area that they apply to (a candidate may apply in more than one area)
• Short description of their academic and research experiences (can be combined with the cover letter, 1-page maximum)
• Copies of transcripts of BSc/MSc/PhD degree(s)
• Names and contact details of at least two referees that can provide reference letters for the candidate The applications should be submitted as soon as possible, but not later than Monday, 16th April 2025, at 5 pm. The evaluation of the applications will begin immediately. For more information, please contact Prof. Panos Papanastasiou, by phone at +357 22892292 or via e-mail panospap@ucy.ac.cy

University of Cyprus
The University of Cyprus was officially founded in 1989 and started operating in Nicosia, the capital of Cyprus, in 1992. Within a short time, the University of Cyprus managed to achieve international recognition through an impressive course of development. Today, it is ranked 67th young university (under 50 years) and #251-300 worldwide in Engineering and Technology by the Times New Higher Education Rankings. These great distinctions are the result of its dedication to excellence and continuous development. The University of Cyprus managed to stand out and receive awards for the new paths it has opened up in particularly demanding and dynamic contexts of research. The University of Cyprus becomes better every year; therefore, it wishes to attract the best employees.
At least the best three candidates that satisfy the required qualifications, will be interviewed by a 3-member Committee. Candidates shall be informed of the result of their application by the relevant entity.
Applicants need not be citizens of the Republic of Cyprus. Applicants should however ensure, before applying, that in case they are selected they will be residing in Cyprus on a full-time basis during the employment period; submission of application implies acceptance of this condition.
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