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Deadline for applications: 03/07/2025Application process open*The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit, Science- and Technology-oriented Educational and Research Institution, based in Cyprus and governed by an acclaimed Board of Directors. The research agenda of the CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres, namely:1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://castorc.cyi.ac.cy/">Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC)</a>2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.cyi.ac.cy/index.php/starc/about-the-center/center-overview.html">Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC)</a>3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.cyi.ac.cy/index.php/eewrc/about-the-center/eewrc-overview.html">Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC)</a>4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.cyi.ac.cy/index.php/care-c/about-the-center/care-c-center-overview.html">Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C)&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.cyi.ac.cy/index.php/stedi-rc/about-the-center/stedi-rc-center-overview.html">Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC)</a>&nbsp;Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s scientific ethos.The Cyprus Institute invites applications for a highly qualified and motivated professional to join the Institute’s Technical Services and Support (TSS) unit on a full-time basis (100% FTE) for its premises at Athalassas campus.&nbsp;The successful candidate will be a member of the Technical Services and Support (TSS) Unit of the Institute, which supports the smooth, uniform, optimised and sustainable development and use of the CyI research facilities and laboratories and their successful engagement with external organisations.&nbsp;Beyond its institutional role, the TSS Unit participates in externally funded grants that provide financial support for its objectives. The most prominent of them is the Cyprus European Digital Innovation Hub “DiGiNN”. DiGiNN is a consortium of several organisations in Cyprus, coordinated by the CyI, that functions as one-stop shop to support the digital transformation of Small and Medium Sized Entreprises and the public sector through the provision of access to technical expertise and experimentation in digital technologies, as well as through financing advice, training, and skills development that are needed for a successful digital transformation.Position Specific Responsibilities/activities:·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Promotes and enables the collaboration of the Institute with companies and other organisations, and acts as the liaison between clients and the CyI technical/ business development teams.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Supports the negotiation and the conclusion of contracts and agreements with external parties regarding the provision of services and the provision of access to CyI research facilities.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Supports and contributes to the monitoring of the process of establishment and the performance review of facilities and labs.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Promotes and contributes to the uniform and harmonised operation and optimal use of all CyI scientific instruments, labs and facilities through the development, maintenance, and monitoring of the implementation of policies, guidelines and tools concerning their operation, costing, staffing and the provision of internal and external access.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Supports fundraising activities for developing research facilities and labs, as well as their human resources, through competitive grants, service provision, and other sources, and contributes to managing these funds.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Contributes to the integration of CyI facilities and labs in European Research Infrastructure Networks, such as Research Infrastructures operating under the European Strategy Forum on Research Infrastructures (ESFRI) Roadmap.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Promotes the development of cross-centre collaborations in developing and providing research and technical services.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Supports and ensures compliance of costing practices for the internal and external provision of research and technical research services with CyI policies and regulations.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Executes project administration/coordination activities (timing, financial reporting, deliverables, communication with funding organisations) of externally funded grants.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Contributes to DiGiNN’s planning, coordination and management (administrative, financial, technical, preparation of deliverables, reporting to the EU).·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Contributes to the improvement of existing and the development of new services within DiGiNN.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Contributes to the Digital Innovation Hub’s KPIs monitoring, risk management, quality management and data Management Plan.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Organises and participates in various events (training events, raising awareness events, networking and community building)&nbsp;Position Specific Required Qualifications:·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Bachelor’s Degree in any scientific field.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 3 years of relevant experience.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Excellent knowledge of oral and written English and Greek.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Strong technical and business writing skills.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Demonstrated development ability, outstanding organisational, analytical, problem solving and working independently with minimal supervision.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; High level of communication and interpersonal skills and ability to adapt to a multicultural/multinational environment.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ability to present to medium and large audience.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ability to multitask and change priorities in a high-pressure work environment.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Attention to detail.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Customer service-oriented approach.&nbsp;Position Preferred Qualifications:·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Master’s/PhD Degree in any field will be considered an advantage.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Experience with projects in the field of IT or understanding technology areas such as AI, Cybersecurity or HPC or product management.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Good understanding of a wide spectrum of advanced digital technologies.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Experience in delivering formal and informal training on information technologies.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Experience in proposal writing for funding.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Experience in marketing, communication or customer relations.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Experience in innovation management.&nbsp;Please click <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://cyisites-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/recruitment_cyi_ac_cy/EYm7J1woFYRKqjJqiYrAjG4BePtgUWgKrlhwJ4h5HskPMQ?e=HHECwW">here</a> for the position’s detailed job description, including general responsibilities, requirements and other details related to the position.&nbsp;Duration of appointment:The initial period of the appointment will be for a duration of 24 months with the possibility of renewal, depending on performance and availability of funds.&nbsp;Remuneration details:Salary Band: CYI4(1-11)Position’s Starting Salary: CYI4.1 - €37641.89Benefits:Among other benefits, the Cyprus Institute offers flexible and remote work, additional paid leave for supporting staff work-life balance, provident fund membership and group medical and life insurance membership.&nbsp;ApplicationApplications can be submitted through The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw">https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw</a>), by following the instructions provided. Applicants should submit:1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A curriculum vitae, including a short letter of interest2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; List of three (3) referees (including contact information)All documentation should be in English and in PDF format.For further information, please contact Dr Vasileios Tsakalos (<a href="mailto:v.tsakalos@cyi.ac.cy">v.tsakalos@cyi.ac.cy</a>). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.*Recruitment will continue until the application process is marked as closed.The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer, certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor, and also an HRS4R accredited Institution adhering to the European Commission’s “Charter &amp; Code”, principles for recruitment and selection.&nbsp;Contact person: Dr Vasileios TsakalosReference number: CYI_STSSO_25_12

Senior Technical Services and Support Officer (ref. no. CYI_STSSO_25_12)

Senior Technical Services and Support Officer (ref. no. CYI_STSSO_25_12)

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