Special Scientist - Research (PhD Holder),PV Technology Laboratory , FOSS Research Centre for Sustainable Energy , University of Cyprus

13 Mar 2025
Job Information

Organisation/Company

University of Cyprus

Research Field

Engineering
Computer science

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Positions

Postdoc Positions

Country

Cyprus

Application Deadline

7 Apr 2025 - 14:00 (Asia/Nicosia)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Negotiable

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Horizon 2020

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Application Code: FOSS2025SS-02
The PV Technology Laboratory of the FOSS Research Centre for Sustainable Energy of the University of Cyprus 
announces one (1) vacancy for a full-time or part-time Special Scientist position to work on research 
programmes of the lab related to renewable energy sources and more specifically photovoltaic and 
battery systems), solar analytics and forecasting, control strategies and demand side management.
It should be noted that one (1) month of full-time employment at the University of Cyprus corresponds to 
140 working hours.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s and/or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science and
Computer Engineering, with a grade of at least a 2.1 class or equivalent.
• Doctoral degree in renewable energy sources.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience in any of the following research fields will be considered an advantage:
➢ Renewable energy sources.
➢ Photovoltaics and energy storage systems.
➢ Data analysis.
➢ Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning algorithms.
➢ Forecasting algorithms, digital twin models and control strategies.
➢ Power system simulation tests using hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) equipment.
➢ Programming in R and/or Python especially for energy related applications.
➢ Post-doctoral and/or working experience in externally-funded research programs (e.g. national, 
European).
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful candidate will be expected to conduct research according to the needs of the research projects 
of the Photovoltaic Technology Laboratory in the field of solar energy. Additional duties include:
• Developing software scripts.
• Supporting research project management.
• Drafting reports and deliverables.
• Compiling research publications(conference and journal papers).
• Writing and/or supporting the write-up of research funding proposals.
• Contributing to the dissemination of research outcomes and educational activities

Where to apply

E-mail

phaethon.vacancies@ucy.ac.cy

Requirements

Research Field

Engineering

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Research Field

Computer science

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Additional Information
Benefits

EMPLOYMENT TERMS:
The initial contract is for 12 months, with the possibility of renewal subject to performance. The monthly 
gross salary for full-time employment (i.e., 140 hours per month) is in the range of €2.426,20 to €3.640,00 
(i.e., from €17,33 per hour to €26,00 per hour), depending on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, 
and specific duties. Employee contributions to the various Government Funds will be deducted from the 
aforementioned amounts. 13th salary is already incorporated in the monthly gross amount.

 

Selection process

APPLICATIONS:
Interested candidates should submit the following:
1. Letter of interest for the specific position.
2. Full CV including description of previous experience, as well as reference to the grades of degrees.
3. Copies of degrees and transcripts of Bachelor’s and/or Master’s and PhD degree(s).
4. Name and contact details of two referees for recommendation letters.
Please send your application by Monday, 7 April 2025 via email to foss.vacancies@gmail.com and
phaethon.vacancies@ucy.ac.cy with the subject title: FOSS2025SS-02 Application.

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.

The top three candidates that satisfy the required qualifications will be interviewed by a three-member 
Committee. All candidates will be informed of the result of their application by the relevant entity.

The University of Cyprus shall collect and process your personal data according to the provisions of the 
General Regulation on Personal Data 2016/679 (EU).

The University of Cyprus (UCY) is committed to promoting inclusivity, diversity, and equality, as well as 
the elimination of all forms of discrimination in order to provide a fair,safe, and pleasant environment for 
the entire university community, where students and staff members will feel supported both in their 
professional and personal development, within and beyond their multiple identities. To this end, UCY 
seeks to create the necessary conditions that will encourage and respect diversity, and ensure dignity both
in the workplace and society at large. Moreover, UCY has adopted specific policies to promote equal 
opportunities, as well as respect and understanding of diversity, while it is committed to promoting and 
maintaining a working, teaching, and learning environment, free from any form of discrimination, whether 
direct or indirect

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

University of Cyprus

Country

Cyprus

Geofield

Contact

City

Nicosia

Website

http://ucy.ac.cy

Street

University House, Anastasios G.Leventis

Postal Code

1678

STATUS: EXPIRED

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