Open Vacancies at The
Cyprus Institute ΑΝΑΖΗΤΑΤΕ ΕΡΓΑΣΙΑ; – ΕΚΑΤΟΝΤΑΔΕΣ ΘΕΣΕΙΣ ΕΡΓΑΣΙΑΣ – ΠΑΤΗΣΤΕ ΕΔΩ!!1. Climate Change Research Coordinator (Ref. No.: EEWRC_RC_13_13)Closing
Date: 20th
October 2013The
Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a
European non-profit
science
and technology institution based in
Cyprus and
led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research aims of the
Cyprus Institute are represented by three research centers: the
Energy Environment
Water Research Center (EEWRC), the
Science and Technology in Archaeology Research Center (STARC), and the Computation-based
Science and Technology Research Center (CASTORC).The EEWRC aims to explore issues of
global significance in the fields of
energy-, environmental- and
water research, with a
focus on their specific regional, East-Mediterranean manifestations. Its research agenda addresses the great challenges related to: the mitigation and adaptation strategies necessitated by climate change, a reduced dependence on hydrocarbon
energy sources and achieving a
low carbon economy through the employment of renewables (solar) and enabling a sustainable management of
water and other natural resources in arid and semi-arid environments.Position DescriptionThe EEWRC solicits applications of individuals interested in the organization and coordination of research on climate change and its impacts in the Mediterranean and the Middle East. The
aim is to help develop a research program, based on a recent climate change assessment of this region, with a
focus on climate change impacts, for example associated with
water scarcity and
weather extremes. Tasks will include the organization of meetings and conferences, managerial aspects of the research agenda and maintaining contacts with national and international partners.Candidate ProfileCandidates must be located in
Cyprus for the duration of the appointment. Candidates should have:University Degree or equivalent preferably in natural sciences or a relevant scientific fieldProven experience in research management including financial administration is essential.Experience in preparing and writing scientific reports; Involvement in proposal writing and knowledge or at least interest in the field of climate change impacts would be an advantage.Excellent knowledge of oral and written
English. Knowledge of
Greek and/or of other languages will be considered as an advantage.Excellent IT skills in MS
Office as well as ability in the use of other
software and
systems.High level organizational, analytical and problem solving skillsAbility to multitask changing priorities with limited supervision in a high-pressure work environmentHigh level of communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to adopt in a multicultural environmentApplicationApplicants should submit i) a cover letter, ii) a curriculum vitae including a
list of publications and iii) the contact details of three referees who must be informed by the applicants in advance. Please send your application with the requested documentation in
English prior to
October 20th, 2013, via e-mail to HR@cyi.ac.cy showing the following reference code in the subject heading: EEWRC_RC_13_13. For further information please contact Institute Prof. Jos Lelieveld. Recruitment will continue until the position is filled. Please
note that incomplete applications without the proper reference code in the subject heading will be discarded.2. Post-doctoral Scientist(s) in Atmospheric Sciences (Ref.No. EEWRC_PDAS_13_12)Closing
date: 31st
October 2013The
Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a
European non-profit
science and technology institution based in
Cyprus and
led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research aims of the
Cyprus Institute are represented by three research centers: the
Energy Environment
Water Research Center (EEWRC), the
Science and Technology in Archaeology Research Center (STARC), and the Computation-based
Science and Technology Research Center (CASTORC).The EEWRC aims to explore issues of
global significance in the fields of
energy-, environmental- and
water research, with a
focus on their specific regional, East-Mediterranean manifestations. Its research agenda addresses the great challenges related to: the mitigation and adaptation strategies necessitated by climate change, a reduced dependence on hydrocarbon
energy sources and achieving a
low carbon economy through the employment of renewables (solar) and enabling a sustainable management of
water and other natural resources in arid and semi-arid environments.The
Cyprus Institute (CyI) solicits applications of post-doctoral scientist(s) interested in atmospheric chemistry, environmental remote sensing and aerosol and climate modelling. The position available is in a
dynamic team of researchers, investigating
air quality and climate change in the Mediterranean region, funded by EC/ERC. The
project aims to improve the understanding of aerosol and
cloud processes and their representation in regional and
global climate
models (see www.cyi.ac.cy/rd/c8.html).The position offers excellent possibilities for professional development and advancement for highly motivated individuals. The appointment will be for a fixed term of 1 year. Description of the PositionThe Post-doctoral Scientist(s) in Atmospheric Sciences will be involved in vegetation and remote sensing
data analysis and
earth system modeling, with the implementation and testing of vegetation and firemodels. Profile and Requirements· Candidates should have a
PhD in natural sciences, knowledge of atmospheric chemistry and related research and experience in computer modeling.· An adequate publication record and familiarity with the formulation of research proposals.· Excellent knowledge of oral and written
English. Knowledge of
Greek will be considered as an advantage.Appointments will be on a
full-time basis for a fixed term of 12 months with an option for contract renewal, depending on
performance and availability of funding. The anticipated starting
date of this position is in January 2014. ApplicationFor full consideration, interested applicants should send a brief
vision statement, their CV including their publication and funding record and the
names of two contactable referees (all documentation should be in English) by e-mail to HR@]cyi.ac.cy by the 31st of
October 2013. Please show the following reference in the subject heading: EEWRC_PDAS_13_12. Only if you require information in addition to the specifications above, feel
free to contact Prof. Jos Lelieveld ( j.lelieveld@cyi.ac.cy). Recruitment will continue until the positions are filled. Please
note that applications without the proper reference number in the subject heading will be discarded. 3. Faculty Position: Experimental Atmospheric Research and Atmospheric Observations (Ref. No.: EEWRC_FW_13_10)Closing
date: 13th November 2013The
Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a
European non-profit
science and technology institution based in
Cyprus and
led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research aims of the
Cyprus Institute are represented by three research centers: the
Energy Environment
Water Research Center (EEWRC), the
Science and Technology in Archaeology Research Center (STARC), and the Computation-based
Science and Technology Research Center (CASTORC).The EEWRC aims to explore issues of
global significance in the fields of energy-, environmental- and
water research, with a
focus on their specific regional, East-Mediterranean manifestations. Its research agenda addresses the great challenges related to: the mitigation and adaptation strategies necessitated by climate change, a reduced dependence on hydrocarbon energy sources and achieving a
low carbon economy through the employment of renewables (solar) and enabling a sustainable management of
water and other natural resources in arid and semi-arid environments.The
Cyprus Institute (CyI) invites applications for a new faculty
member: Experimental Atmospheric Research and Atmospheric Observations at the
Cyprus Institute's
Energy, Environment and
Water Research Center (EEWRC). The position offers excellent possibilities for professional development for highly motivated individuals in a field of growing importance in environmental research. The faculty rank to be awarded (Assistant-, Associate-,
Full Professor) will be determined by the selection committee based on the qualification of the successful applicant.Description of the PositionThe new Faculty
member will advance EEWRC’s research agenda related to atmospheric observations and experimental atmospheric research in close collaboration with the climate sciences research
group and the Center’s Director. The successful candidate is expected to
build up an experimental atmospheric research laboratory and will lead the installation, implementation and operation of analytical instrumentation (GC, IC and HPLC) in the new CyI laboratory
building. This will be pursued in close collaboration with colleagues from other CyI centers/ research groups. In addition, the successful candidate will actively engage in research related to satellite and airborne atmospheric observationsHe/she will contribute to the
design and analyses of novel ground-based and remote sensing instrumentation/ observations with a
focus on trace gases and atmospheric aerosols in the Eastern Mediterranean.ResponsibilitiesThe successful candidate will be responsible for helping to
shape and advance the
Cyprus Institute’s and EEWRC's research agenda by:• developing and implementing strategies appropriate to the Institute’s mission;• actively participating in the
creation of a world-class research program in atmospheric sciences;• securing financial and other resources from national and international sources;• mentoring, educating and providing research guidance to graduate students in CyI's doctoral program (particularly the Environment and Atmospheric Sciences program);• initiating and sustaining high-level collaborative projects with leading research institutions that conduct research in areas related to his/her respective fields;• communicating the results and implications of research conducted at EEWRC and The
Cyprus Institute at all levels, including the academic
community, the
public at large and political and economical decision makers.ProfileThe successful candidate is expected to be a scholar of international standing with a minimum of five years post-doctoral research experience. The candidate should have proven expertise in both experimental and laboratory investigations as well as in remote-sensing related research of assessing atmospheric constituents and processes affecting the state of the atmosphere and climate processes. He/she should have a demonstrated ability to work independently and the
potential to become an international leader in his/her discipline. The selected candidate must have excellent interpersonal skills aimed at maintaining contacts in academic,
business and governmental
circles. Proficiency in spoken and written
English is a requisite. Knowledge of the
Greek language will be considered an advantage. ApplicationApplicants should submit: (i) a curriculum vitae including a
list of publications and a compilation of research grants obtained (ii) a
vision statement and (iii) a
list of four references (including contact information). Please send your application with the requested documentation in
English prior to 13th November 2013 via e-mail to HR@]cyi.ac.cy showing the following reference in the subject heading: EEWRC_APP_13_11. For further information please contact Prof. Manfred Lange ( m.a.lange@cyi.ac.cy). Recruitment will continue until the position is filled. Please
note that incomplete applications and those without the proper reference number in the subject heading will be discarded.4. Associate Professor/Full
Professor:
Water Sciences (Ref. No.: EEWRC_APP_13_11)Closing
date: 13th November 2013The
Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a
European non-profit
science and technology institution based in
Cyprus and
led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research aims of the
Cyprus Institute are represented by three research centers: the
Energy Environment
Water Research Center (EEWRC), the
Science and Technology in Archaeology Research Center (STARC), and the Computation-based
Science and Technology Research Center (CASTORC).The EEWRC aims to explore issues of
global significance in the fields of energy-, environmental- and
water research, with a
focus on their specific regional, East-Mediterranean manifestations. Its research agenda addresses the great challenges related to: the mitigation and adaptation strategies necessitated by climate change, a reduced dependence on hydrocarbon energy sources and achieving a
low carbon economy through the employment of renewables (solar) and enabling a sustainable management of
water and other natural resources in arid and semi-arid environments.The
Cyprus Institute (CyI) invites applications for an Associate/Full
Professor:
Water Sciences at the
Cyprus Institute's
Energy, Environment and
Water Research Center (EEWRC). The position offers excellent possibilities for professional development and advancement for highly motivated individuals in a field of growing importance in environmental research.Description of the PositionThe new Faculty
member will advance the research agenda of the
Water Research Division of the EEWRC in close collaboration with the Center’s Director and other senior
staff. The successful candidate is expected to conduct research addressing the problem of
water availability and
water use in the arid to semi-arid Eastern Mediterranean and on
Cyprus. Particular emphasis should
lie on research related to
water availability and
water quality in
light of anticipated changes in climate conditions in the Mediterranean Basin. This will also include the
design and implementation of observational and monitoring studies linked to numerical modeling in the field of hydrology, meteorology and surface - atmosphere trace
gas exchanges. In addition, the successful candidate is expected to also lead the vigorous development of the experimental infrastructure of the Center in Nicosia.ResponsibilitiesThe successful candidate will be responsible for helping to
shape and advance the
Cyprus Institute’s and EEWRC's research agenda by:• developing and implementing strategies appropriate to the Institute’s mission;• actively participating in the
creation of a world-class research program in
water sciences;• securing financial and other resources from national and international sources;• mentoring, educating and providing research guidance to graduate students in CyI's doctoral program (particularly the Environment and Atmospheric Sciences program);• initiating and sustaining high-level collaborative projects with leading research institutions that conduct research in areas related to his/her respective fields;• communicating the results and implications of research conducted at EEWRC and The
Cyprus Institute at all levels, including the academic
community, the
public at large and political and economical decision makers.ProfileThe successful candidate will be a scholar of international standing appropriate to the level of Associate Professor/Professor (depending on qualification) and a recognized leader in his/her field, with a minimum of five years’ experience in conducting research on
water management and the assessment of climate change impacts on
water resources in arid to semi-arid environments. Previous responsibility for
building and leading research groups and/or managing complex projects from development to implementation is required. The selected candidate must have excellent interpersonal skills, with strong capacities for managing human resources and for maintaining contacts in the academic,
business and governmental
circles. He/she should have a proven
track record in raising competitive resources from various funding agencies. Proficiency in spoken and written
English is indispensable. Knowledge of
Greek will be considered an advantage.ApplicationApplicants should submit: (i) a curriculum vitae including a
list of publications and a compilation of research grants obtained, (ii) a
vision statement and (iii) a
list of four references (including contact information). Please send your application with the requested documentation in
English by the 13th November 2013 via e-mail to HR@cyi.ac.cy showing the following reference in the subject heading: EEWRC_FW_13_10. For further information please contact Prof. Manfred Lange ( m.a.lange@cyi.ac.cy). Recruitment will continue until the position is filled. Please
note that incomplete applications and those without the proper reference number in the subject heading will be discarded.
