Studies start in January 2024
Deadline for applications: Friday, 24th of November 2023 (11:59 p.m.)
Submit Application
Information from the Department Secretary:
Electronic Contact Form | Τηλ.: 25002501 | 25002862
- One (1) post on the topic “Safety of Journalists”
Required Qualifications: Doctoral candidates should possess an undergraduate degree and an MSc / MA from accredited universities in at least one of the following subject areas: Journalism Studies, Communication Studies, Political Science, or other studies relevant with the topic. Candidates should exhibit superior knowledge and competences in research design, quantitative and/or qualitative data collection and analysis, and be familiar with the use of statistical or qualitative data analysis software (e.g. R, NVivo, SPSS). In addition, candidates should exhibit high academic performance and must be able to complete their doctorate dissertation in English.
It is expected that the doctoral candidates will publish papers at high impact journals in journalism Studies and present research results at scientific conferences, research workshops, etc.
Applications should be submitted online and include:
- A motivation letter (500 words)
- A research proposal that includes a brief description of a research topic, research questions, a brief literature review, and research methodology (1000 words)
- A detailed curriculum vitae.
Funding: Candidates can receive funding as teaching assistants, apply for competitive internal scholarships, or through their employment in funded research projects.
Research Advisors: Paschalia (Lia) Spyridou, Assistant Professor, l.spyridou@cut.ac.cy
- One (1) post on the topic “Misinformation and fact-checking”
Required Qualifications: Doctoral candidates should possess an undergraduate degree and an MSc / MA from accredited universities in at least one of the following subject areas: Journalism Studies, Communication Studies, Political Science, or other studies relevant with the topic. Candidates should exhibit superior knowledge and competences in research design, quantitative and/or qualitative data collection and analysis, and be familiar with the use of statistical or qualitative data analysis software (e.g. NVivo, SPSS). In addition, candidates should exhibit high academic performance and must be able to complete their doctorate dissertation in English. Excellent command of the Greek language is also a prerequisite. The nature of the topic demands full-time commitment to the research area; hence, this post is on a full-time basis only.
It is expected that the doctoral candidates will publish papers at high impact journals in journalism studies and present research results at scientific conferences, research workshops, etc.
Applications should be submitted online and include:
- A motivation letter (500 words)
- A research proposal that includes a brief description of a research topic, research questions, a brief literature review, and research methodology (1000 words)
- A detailed curriculum vitae.
Funding:Candidates can receive funding as teaching assistants, apply for competitive internal scholarships, or through their employment in funded research projects.
Research Advisors: Paschalia (Lia) Spyridou, Assistant Professor, l.spyridou@cut.ac.cy
- One (1) post on the topic: "Examining Product Brand Influence and Loyalty on Social Media"
Description:The aim of this research will be to analyze the current state of Product Branding strategies in Social Media. The main purpose of this research will seek to identify, understand and further strengthen the efforts of companies in the strategies implemented in SMNs by emphasizing their promotional actions to enhance Brand loyalty.
Required Qualifications: Applicants must hold a recognized university degree in Communications, Marketing, Management or related majors. With their application, candidates should also send a description (up to 2 pages) of their research interests written in English.
Research Advisor: Yioula Melanthiou, Assistant Professor, yioula.melanthiou@cut.ac.cy
- One (1) post on the topic: “Marketing, Service Research and/or Consumer Behavior”
Required Qualifications: Doctoral candidates should possess an undergraduate degree and an MSc / MA / MBA from accredited universities in at least one of the following subject areas: Marketing, Innovation, Business Administration/ Management, Entrepreneurship, or other studies relevant with the topic. Candidates should exhibit superior knowledge and competences in research design, quantitative and/or qualitative data collection and analysis, and be familiar with the use of statistical or qualitative data analysis software (e.g. NVivo, SPSS). In addition, candidates should exhibit high academic performance and must be able to complete their doctorate dissertation in English. Excellent command of the Greek language is also a prerequisite. The nature of the topic demands full-time commitment to the research area; hence, this post is on a full-time basis only.
It is expected that the doctoral candidates will publish papers at high impact journals in the marketing, service research, business and management disciplines and present research results at scientific conferences, research workshops, etc.
Applications should be submitted online and include:
- A motivation letter (500 words)
- A research proposal that includes a brief description of a research topic, research questions, a brief literature review, and research methodology (1000 words)
- A detailed curriculum vitae.
Funding: Candidateς can receive funding as teaching assistants, apply to competitive internal scholarships, or through participating in funded research projects.
Research Advisors: Erasmia Leonidou, Lecturer, erasmia.leonidou@cut.ac.cy
- One (1) post on the topic: "The contribution of Integrated Marketing Communications to the formation of perceptions concerning individuals, concepts or ideologies and organised belief systems."
Description: The thesis concerns the investigation of the impact of IMC tools on public opinion about individuals (e.g. celebrities, heroes, leaders, influencers, villains) or concepts (e.g. sustainability, prosperity, individual freedoms) or ideologies and organized belief systems (e.g. political parties or religions). Applying theories from consumer behavior and/or perception management, persuasion and influence and/or social psychology the research will systematically record widely held perceptions and empirically investigate their influence on attitudes and behaviors. The aim of the research is to develop information management and evaluation tools that will strengthen user criticality and empower them against manipulation attempts.
Required Qualifications: Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university in a relevant area, e.g. marketing, public relations, communication, media, internet studies, or psychology and a relevant master's degree with grades of at least Very Good / 2:1 Honours. They should have a strong methodological background in qualitative and/or quantitative and/or experimental methods and excellent knowledge of the English language (level C2). The following will be considered as additional qualifications: a) professional experience in marketing, public relations or media, b) experience in submitting research proposals and/or previous participation in research projects, c) academic publications. Applications are accepted only for full-time study and it is noted that the physical presence of candidates at the University is required. With their application, candidates should send a curriculum vitae, full transcripts of their degrees, any publications (1-2 representative), contact details of two people who can give letters of recommendation and a description of their research interests in English (up to 2 pages).
Funding: Depending on their field of expertise and qualifications, candidates may be offered teaching or lab assistant positions in the department. Moreover, funding may be available through future research projects. The University also has a limited number of Scholarships of Excellence.
Research Advisor: Anna Zarkada, Associate Professor, email: anna.zarkada@cut.ac.cy
Studies start in January 2024
Deadline for applications: Friday, 24th of November 2023 (11:59 p.m.)
Submit Application
Information from the Department Secretary:
Electronic Contact Form | Τηλ.: 25002501 | 25002862
- One (1) post on the topic “Safety of Journalists”
Required Qualifications: Doctoral candidates should possess an undergraduate degree and an MSc / MA from accredited universities in at least one of the following subject areas: Journalism Studies, Communication Studies, Political Science, or other studies relevant with the topic. Candidates should exhibit superior knowledge and competences in research design, quantitative and/or qualitative data collection and analysis, and be familiar with the use of statistical or qualitative data analysis software (e.g. R, NVivo, SPSS). In addition, candidates should exhibit high academic performance and must be able to complete their doctorate dissertation in English.
It is expected that the doctoral candidates will publish papers at high impact journals in journalism Studies and present research results at scientific conferences, research workshops, etc.
Applications should be submitted online and include:
- A motivation letter (500 words)
- A research proposal that includes a brief description of a research topic, research questions, a brief literature review, and research methodology (1000 words)
- A detailed curriculum vitae.
Funding: Candidates can receive funding as teaching assistants, apply for competitive internal scholarships, or through their employment in funded research projects.
Research Advisors: Paschalia (Lia) Spyridou, Assistant Professor, l.spyridou@cut.ac.cy
- One (1) post on the topic “Misinformation and fact-checking”
Required Qualifications: Doctoral candidates should possess an undergraduate degree and an MSc / MA from accredited universities in at least one of the following subject areas: Journalism Studies, Communication Studies, Political Science, or other studies relevant with the topic. Candidates should exhibit superior knowledge and competences in research design, quantitative and/or qualitative data collection and analysis, and be familiar with the use of statistical or qualitative data analysis software (e.g. NVivo, SPSS). In addition, candidates should exhibit high academic performance and must be able to complete their doctorate dissertation in English. Excellent command of the Greek language is also a prerequisite. The nature of the topic demands full-time commitment to the research area; hence, this post is on a full-time basis only.
It is expected that the doctoral candidates will publish papers at high impact journals in journalism studies and present research results at scientific conferences, research workshops, etc.
Applications should be submitted online and include:
- A motivation letter (500 words)
- A research proposal that includes a brief description of a research topic, research questions, a brief literature review, and research methodology (1000 words)
- A detailed curriculum vitae.
Funding:Candidates can receive funding as teaching assistants, apply for competitive internal scholarships, or through their employment in funded research projects.
Research Advisors: Paschalia (Lia) Spyridou, Assistant Professor, l.spyridou@cut.ac.cy
- One (1) post on the topic: "Examining Product Brand Influence and Loyalty on Social Media"
Description:The aim of this research will be to analyze the current state of Product Branding strategies in Social Media. The main purpose of this research will seek to identify, understand and further strengthen the efforts of companies in the strategies implemented in SMNs by emphasizing their promotional actions to enhance Brand loyalty.
Required Qualifications: Applicants must hold a recognized university degree in Communications, Marketing, Management or related majors. With their application, candidates should also send a description (up to 2 pages) of their research interests written in English.
Research Advisor: Yioula Melanthiou, Assistant Professor, yioula.melanthiou@cut.ac.cy
- One (1) post on the topic: “Marketing, Service Research and/or Consumer Behavior”
Required Qualifications: Doctoral candidates should possess an undergraduate degree and an MSc / MA / MBA from accredited universities in at least one of the following subject areas: Marketing, Innovation, Business Administration/ Management, Entrepreneurship, or other studies relevant with the topic. Candidates should exhibit superior knowledge and competences in research design, quantitative and/or qualitative data collection and analysis, and be familiar with the use of statistical or qualitative data analysis software (e.g. NVivo, SPSS). In addition, candidates should exhibit high academic performance and must be able to complete their doctorate dissertation in English. Excellent command of the Greek language is also a prerequisite. The nature of the topic demands full-time commitment to the research area; hence, this post is on a full-time basis only.
It is expected that the doctoral candidates will publish papers at high impact journals in the marketing, service research, business and management disciplines and present research results at scientific conferences, research workshops, etc.
Applications should be submitted online and include:
- A motivation letter (500 words)
- A research proposal that includes a brief description of a research topic, research questions, a brief literature review, and research methodology (1000 words)
- A detailed curriculum vitae.
Funding: Candidateς can receive funding as teaching assistants, apply to competitive internal scholarships, or through participating in funded research projects.
Research Advisors: Erasmia Leonidou, Lecturer, erasmia.leonidou@cut.ac.cy
- One (1) post on the topic: "The contribution of Integrated Marketing Communications to the formation of perceptions concerning individuals, concepts or ideologies and organised belief systems."
Description: The thesis concerns the investigation of the impact of IMC tools on public opinion about individuals (e.g. celebrities, heroes, leaders, influencers, villains) or concepts (e.g. sustainability, prosperity, individual freedoms) or ideologies and organized belief systems (e.g. political parties or religions). Applying theories from consumer behavior and/or perception management, persuasion and influence and/or social psychology the research will systematically record widely held perceptions and empirically investigate their influence on attitudes and behaviors. The aim of the research is to develop information management and evaluation tools that will strengthen user criticality and empower them against manipulation attempts.
Required Qualifications: Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university in a relevant area, e.g. marketing, public relations, communication, media, internet studies, or psychology and a relevant master's degree with grades of at least Very Good / 2:1 Honours. They should have a strong methodological background in qualitative and/or quantitative and/or experimental methods and excellent knowledge of the English language (level C2). The following will be considered as additional qualifications: a) professional experience in marketing, public relations or media, b) experience in submitting research proposals and/or previous participation in research projects, c) academic publications. Applications are accepted only for full-time study and it is noted that the physical presence of candidates at the University is required. With their application, candidates should send a curriculum vitae, full transcripts of their degrees, any publications (1-2 representative), contact details of two people who can give letters of recommendation and a description of their research interests in English (up to 2 pages).
Funding: Depending on their field of expertise and qualifications, candidates may be offered teaching or lab assistant positions in the department. Moreover, funding may be available through future research projects. The University also has a limited number of Scholarships of Excellence.
Research Advisor: Anna Zarkada, Associate Professor, email: anna.zarkada@cut.ac.cy
