Job Description

DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS 

SPECIAL SCIENTIST POSITIONS (RESEARCH) 

Title: Special Scientist – Research (Junior or Senior Researcher) 

No. of Positions: One (1) or two (2) 

Category: Contract up to one year with the possibility of renewal 

Location: University of Cyprus, Nicosia 

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics of the University of Cyprus invites applications for one or two part-time/full time Special Scientists-Research positions (Junior or Senior Researcher) in the research group of Assistant Professor  Christoforos Neofytidis, as part of his research program “EXCELLENCE/0925 – Hopf problem and monotone invariants”. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

PhD or Master’s degree in Mathematics in the research areas of Topology, Geometry, Algebra or Dynamical Systems.  Preference will be given to candidates with research interests that include aspherical manifolds, Hopfian groups and other  Hopf-type properties, non-zero degree maps, simplicial volume and other monotone invariants, geometric structures (in the  sense of Thurston, fiber bundles, etc.), Anosov diffeomorphisms, low-dimensional manifolds and related topics.  

For all positions a very good knowledge of the English language is required. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

Participation and contribution to the research program of Prof. Neofytidis. Writing and publication of research outcomes. 

EMPLOYMENT TERMS: 

The position can start in September 2026 or later. The position comes with no teaching duties. Full-time employment  equals to 140hrs/month. The monthly gross salary for full-time employment will be determined based on the experience  and qualifications of the selected candidate and will range between €1500 - €2000. From the monthly gross earnings, the  University of Cyprus will deduct the relevant sum which corresponds to the contributions of the employee to the various  Governmental Funds and, if applicable, income tax. The position does not include a 13th Salary bonus. 

APPLICATION PROCESS: 

Applications must be submitted electronically as ONE (1) PDF file to Prof. Neofytidis at neofytidis.christoforos@ucy.ac.cy  and should include:  

1. Cover letter.  

2. CV with a list of publications.  

3. Research statement.  

4. Copies of degrees.  

In addition, for an application to be considered, the candidate should arrange for two (2) recommendation letters to  be sent directly by the referees to Prof. Neofytidis at neofytidis.christoforos@ucy.ac.cy by the application deadline.  

The application deadline is on the 30th of June 2026. Fulfilment of the position is subject to availability of funds. For more details, interested individuals may contact Prof. Neofytidis at neofytidis.christoforos@ucy.ac.cy. 

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 and submission of  application implies acceptance of this condition.  

At least the best three candidates per position who satisfy the required qualifications, will be interviewed by a 3-member  Committee. Candidates shall 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 equity, 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.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted electronically as ONE (1) PDF file to Prof. Neofytidis at neofytidis.christoforos@ucy.ac.cy  and should include:

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