One (1) Full-time Research Fellow position (Postdoctoral Researcher) at the Department of Civil Engineering and Geomatics in the field of “Use of ocean thermal energy conversion (OTEC) technology with the assist of solar energy”

CYPRUS UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY

DEPARTMENT OF DEPARTMENT OF CIVEL ENGINEERING AND GEOMATICS

RESEARCH FELLOW (POSTDOCTORAL RECEARCHER-R2**) POSITION

Applications are invited from candidates who possess the necessary qualifications in order to fill one (1) Full-time Research Fellow position (Postdoctoral Researcher - R2**) at the Department of Civil Engineering and Geomatics in the field of “Use of ocean thermal energy conversion (OTEC) technology with the assist of solar energy”

** According to the European Framework for Research Careers

Applicants should have:

• University Degree (undergraduate level)  or Master’s degree and a Doctoral degree from a recognized university in a relevant field from a recognized university in one or a combination of the following fields of study: Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or other relevant studies.
• Experience in conducting research/s related to the subject, such as in heat transfer and thermodynamic cycles at an experimental level.
• Organizational skills
• Very good knowledge of English (spoken and written)

The following will be considered as an advantage:

• Experience in implementation of research programs from national and/or European funds
• Mobility experience/International and professional mobility

Monthly Gross Salary is determined as follows, according to current legislation:

• Postdoctoral Researchers:

 €2652,97 – €2989,56

From the above amounts, employee contributions to Government Funds as well as Income Tax will be deducted, according to legislation into effect.

The amount of remuneration for successful candidates will be determined according to qualifications. The period of employment is expected to commence in March 2026 until 30 November 2026.  It is noted that a 13th salary is provided, which has been proportionally incorporated in the monthly remuneration.

Applicants are requested to submit the following:

1. A letter in which they express their interest and which clearly shows the date on which they can assume duties in case of selection

2. Complete Curriculum Vitae (CV)
2. Proof of their qualifications
3. The names and contact information of two people who are willing to provide references

4. Complete contact information

All the above must be combined in a single PDF document.

Applications must be submitted electronically at: Application 2026CODE1_RF_CEG no later than 9th of Fevruary 2026 (23:59 GMT+2), which is the deadline for the submission of the applications. 

Candidates who fulfil the requirements of the position may be invited for a personal interview by the Selection Committee. All candidates will be informed of the outcome of their application, once the procedure is completed. It is estimated that the procedure will be completed within 1 to 2 months from the deadline for the submission of applications.

For further information, please visit the University’s webpage www.cut.ac.cy or contact Professor Toula Onoufriou at t.onoufriou@cut.ac.cy, or with the Human Resources department at HRrecruits@cut.ac.cy.

It is noted that:

• The University adopts an equal opportunity policy at recruitment and the subsequent career stages and encourages all genders to submit an application for all levels of Academic and Administrative Staff.

• The University does not discriminate in any way on the basis of gender, religion or belief, ethnic, national or social origin, age, physical ability, marital status and sexual orientation.

Information on the Equality Policies, as well as opportunities for Research/Mobility and Professional Development can be found at the following link:  DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES AND EQUALITY POLICIES

The OTM-R (Open - Transparent - Merit Recruitment Policy) for Researchers of the University can be found at: OTM-R