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VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT FOR SPECIAL SCIENTIST FOR TEACHING POSITION  

Title: Special Scientist for Teaching  

No. Positions: 1  

Category: Employment contract  

Place of Work: Department οf Architecture, University of Cyprus  

The University of Cyprus accepts applications for the hiring of Special Scientist(s) for teaching at  the Department of Architecture. The successful candidates are expected to commence duties in  the Fall Semester 2026/2027 (15 weeks), with the possibility of renewal.  

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Teaching of the online course DSI 514.1 Research by Design for  the MA Design for Social Innovation (https://dsi.education/)  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• For teaching postgraduate courses, a PhD in a related field is required. Teaching experience,  especially in the above subject, as well as research work, are considered very important  qualifications.  

• Good knowledge of the English language is essential.  

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  

The hourly gross rate is €68/hr for PhD holders. Gross payment for the Fall Semester 2026/2027  is made as follows: €68 per hour x 3 teaching hours X 15 weeks. From this amount, employee  contributions to the Cyprus government funds will be deducted.  

It is noted that employment is part-time and concerns 15 teaching weeks per semester, subject to  the approval of funds and positions by the competent bodies of the University as well as the  completion of the department's audiences.  

In case an applicant is employed in the public or wider public sector of the Republic of Cyprus, s/he  must obtain permission in advance to work at the University from the appropriate  Department/Ministry, or wider public sector authority.  

The employment of persons who have reached the age of 65 years old, at the commencement date of employment, is prohibited.  

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.  Acceptance of this term must be also explicitly stated in the letter of application.  

Applications should be submitted by 09/07/2026 at 14:00 (Cyprus Time) via the link  https://applications.ucy.ac.cy/recruitment 

Applicants should submit the following:  

1. Letter of application  

2. Curriculum Vitae  

3. Copies of degrees and transcripts  

4. Two representative publications  

5. Two recommendations letters which should be sent via  https://applications.ucy.ac.cy/recruitment 

The University reserves the right to require that applicants provide certified copies of degrees  from the Ministry of Education, Sports and Youth in cases where a degree was awarded from  academic institutions in Cyprus or request confirmation of the equivalency of their degrees from  the Cyprus Council of recognition of higher education qualifications (ΚΥSATS).  

For further inquiries, please contact us via email at charalambous.nadia@ucy.ac.cy, and/or call  +35722892965.  

Any incomplete or late applications will not be accepted.  

At least the best three candidates that satisfy the required qualifications, will be interviewed by  an at least 3-member Committee.  

Candidates will be informed by the entity via email of the outcome of their application.  

The management and processing of personal data submitted by applicants will be done securely  and confidentially and will be subject to the relevant requirements of the General Data Regulation  2016/679 (EU).  

The University of Cyprus (UCY) promotes inclusion, diversity, equality and the elimination of all  forms of discrimination, so that there is a fair, safe and enjoyable environment for the entire  university community, where students and staff, through and beyond their multiple identities,  feel supported, both in their professional and personal development. That is why it seeks to  create the right conditions that encourages and respects diversity and ensures dignity, both in  the workplace and in the wider society. At the same time, the UCY has adopted specific policies  for the promotion of equal opportunities and the respect and understanding of diversity and is  committed to promoting and maintaining a working, educational and learning environment, which  is free from all forms of discrimination, whether direct or indirect. 

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Applications should be submitted by 09/07/2026 at 14:00 (Cyprus Time) via the link  https://applications.ucy.ac.cy/recruitment 

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