Job Description

Deadline for applications: 28/06/2026

Application 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.      The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC)

2.      The Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC)

3.      The Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC)

4.      The Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C)  

5.      The Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC)

 

Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s scientific ethos.

The Cyprus Institute invites applications for a highly qualified and motivated individual to join the Institute’s STARC Centre on a full-time basis (100% FTE) for its premises at Athalassas Campus.

The successful candidate will be responsible for 3D documentation of heritage assets, including Monuments, Archaeological Sites and Artifacts, addressing issues of cultural heritage conservation, preservation and valorisation through digital technologies.

The successful candidate will operate a variety of data capture instruments, such as laser scanners, optical scanners and photogrammetry, and related software, including 3D Gaussian splatting. The new Research Technical Scientist is expected to bring expertise in post-processing of 3D data, including shape and geometry analysis, extraction of features, 3D modelling and use of web-based 3D viewers, such as Potree, Aton, 3D HOP and similar.

This position is funded under the DIGIARC 2 project, within the framework of the INTERREG VI-A Greece–Cyprus Programme. DIGIARC 2 project  is co-financed by the European Union through the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and by National Funds of Greece and Cyprus.

Position Specific Responsibilities/activities:

·        2D and 3D documentation of Heritage sites, monuments, archaeological artifacts and works of art;

·        Post-processing of 3D data with a particular focus on shape and geometry analysis, extraction of features and publication of 3D data on 3D web viewers;

·        Contribute 3D expertise to the APAC Labs pipeline of Art Characterization;

·        Help in maintaining and developing the 3D instrumentation and data repository of the APAC labs (hardware and software);

·        Provide input to deliverables of relevant EU-funded projects, e.g. ECHOES, GRAPHIA, 3D-4CH, ATRIUM.

Position Specific Required Qualifications:

·        Bachelor’s degree in related computer sciences, Architecture, Geodesic or related engineering, or Digital Cultural Heritage.

·        Proven record on the ability to write technical reports related to 3D documentation and analysis of heritage assets.

·        3D data capture software (e.g. Cyclone);

·        3D post-processing software (e.g. Meshlab, CloudCompare, Geomagic);

·        Use of 3D web-based viewers, such as Potree, Aton, 3D HOP;

·        Use of 3D Gaussian splatting; HBIM (including Autocad, Revit);

·        3D modelling software (e.g. 3D Max, Blender, Rhino);

·        Technical Imaging.

 

Position Preferred Qualifications:

·        2-year relevant experiencein field and laboratory work in 3D documentation of heritage assets will be considered an advantage;

·        Master’s degree in computer graphics, Computer vision or related computer sciences, Architecture, Geodesic or related engineering, Digital Cultural Heritage will be considered a strong advantage.

 

Please click here for the position’s detailed job description, including general responsibilities, requirements and other details related to the position.

 

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.

 

Remuneration details:

Salary Band: CYI3(1-14)

Position’s Starting Salary: CYI3.1 - €30353.05

Benefits:

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.

 

Application

Applications can be submitted through The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw), by following the instructions provided. Applicants should submit:

1.      A curriculum vitae, including a short letter of interest,

2.      List of two (2) referees (including contact information)

All documentation should be in English and in PDF format.

For further information, please contact Prof Nikolas Bakirtzis (n.bakirtzis@cyi.ac.cy). 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 & Code”, principles for recruitment and selection.

 

Contact person: Prof Nikolas Bakirtzis

Reference number: STARC_RTS_26_04

How to Apply

Interested candidates are kindly requested to send their CV to the HR Manager at hr.staffingsupport@cyi.ac.cy.

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The Cyprus Institute (CyI)

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit science and technology institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research aims of the CyI are represented by three research centers: the Computation-based Science and Technology Research Center (CASTORC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology Research Center (STARC), and the Energy Environment Water Research Center (EEWRC).