Assistant Researcher A’ and/or Assistant Researcher B’ at the Environment & Climate Department

14 May 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

ERATOSTHENES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE

Department

Environment and Climate

Research Field

Agricultural sciences » Agronomics
Agricultural sciences » Soil science
Agricultural sciences » Other
Biological sciences » Other
Environmental science » Other
Technology » Biotechnology
Technology » Environmental technology
Other

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Cyprus

Application Deadline

7 Jun 2024 - 14:00 (Europe/Athens)

Type of Contract

To be defined

Job Status

Negotiable

Offer Starting Date

1 Jul 2024

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

H2020

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

No

Offer Description

Ref.: ERA-ARA-ARB-ECD-97

UP TO TWO (2) ASSISTANT RESEARCHER A’ AND/OR ASSISTANT RESEARCHER B’ POSITIONS AT THE ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE DEPARTMENT

ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence (www.eratosthenes.org.cy ) of Cyprus University of Technology (www.cut.ac.cy ) invites applications for up to two (2) positions of Assistant Researcher A’ and/or Assistant Researcher B’ level at the Environment and Climate Department of ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence. The positions are open either on a full-time (100%) or part-time employment basis. The successful candidate(s) will conduct research under multiple Eratosthenes Centre of Excellence projects funded by the European Union, including the flagship Excelsior H2020 Teaming project (https://excelsior2020.eu/ ), other Horizon Europe projects, such as CARBONICA and CERBERUS, and other national or industry-funded projects.

ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence is an autonomous Centre of Excellence with Cyprus University of Technology as its sole stakeholder, specialising in earth observation, space technology and geospatial analysis. Cyprus University of Technology has a 16-year experience in earth observations and geospatial analysis. Through the “EXCELSIOR” H2020 Teaming Project (https://excelsior2020.eu/ ), ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence aspires to become a Digital Innovation Hub for Earth Observation and Geospatial Information by offering knowledge, responsible research, open innovation and application services capable of sustaining Cyprus’ development. ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence aspires to actively contribute to the European Research Area (ERA) priorities in Atmosphere and Climate, Resilient Societies and Big Earth Data Analytics, as well as to become the reference Earth Observation/Geoinformation Centre for research and innovation in the Eastern Mediterranean, Middle East and North Africa (EMMENA) region.

A core activity of ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence is to conduct high caliber, state-of-the-art research, both basic and applied. A central task is to acquire research funding for the Centre, to provide facilities to the researchers, and to support them to acquire funding for their research independently and via international and local collaborations. Collaborations with industrial partners are particularly encouraged and facilitated.

CARBONICA aims to introduce Carbon Farming techniques in the widening countries of Greece, North Macedonia and Cyprus. To achieve this overarching goal, the Carbonica Excellence Hub will be established, aiming to connect and strengthen the innovation ecosystems of the three Countries by streamlining the R&I between them to bolster the adoption of CFA, by coming up with new business models for the agrofood industry that would take into account carbon sequestration, by bringing together policy makers and civil society, all the while fostering the reduction of their carbon footprint (https://carbonica-hub.eu/ ).

CERBERUS will capitalize on early detection to reduce pesticide use and on intelligent spray applications to sustainably eradicate pests at their early stages, when damage is reduced, and the impact of treatments is high even with low spray rates. Data coming from multiple sources (satellite, IoT, robot, crowdsourcing) will be merged through a cloud platform, which will produce risk maps and spraying recommendations for users by applying AI algorithms. CERBERUS will be validated for three quarantine pests (F. dorée, X. fastidiosa, B. dorsalis) and three commonly managed pests (L. botrana, B. oleae, C. capitata), and for the three most important specialty crops in the Mediterranean basin: wine production vineyards, olive oil producing orchards, and citrus plantations. Italy, Cyprus and Spain, providing two pilot plots per country and target crop.

Appropriate measures of success will be collaboratively determined based on the Centre’s strategic growth plan and sustainability targets. These will be revised periodically by the Executive Committee and the Board of Directors.

Description of the Position
This position concerns researchers with either a Batchelor and/or Postgraduate degree and background knowledge in Plant Science or Agriculture or Horticulture or related disciplines.

Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate(s) will be placed in the Environment and Climate Department of ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence, and is expected to contribute towards shaping and advancing its research and innovation agenda by:
1. Conducting fieldwork and laboratory experiments related to sustainable agricultural practices;
2. Engaging in research initiatives and projects within the Environment & Climate Department, leveraging expertise in crop science and sustainable agriculture;
3. Participating in meetings of the ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence;
4. Dissemination and communication of project results through journal/conference publications, participation in conferences, information days and other relevant events;
5. Understanding ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence operations;
6. Working towards fulfilling ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence mission goals;
7. Participating in the preparation and submission of projects deliverables;
8. Assisting in the definition of research goals and writing research proposals with the assistance of the Coordinator of the relevant Department;
9. Working with farmers and collaborative research farms towards fulfilling the mission goals of the ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence;
10. Ensuring that the KPIs and other performance targets as set by the coordinator of the project and ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence are delivered;
11. Undertaking any other relevant duties deemed necessary.

Qualifications
1. B.Sc. in Plant Science; or Agriculture; or Horticulture; or Agronomy; or Food Science and Technology; Biotechnology; or similar field;
2. M.Sc., required only for the Assistant Researcher A’ level, in a relevant subject, such as: Soil Science; Plant Science; Agribusiness; Plant Pathology; or other relevant field;
3. Work experience of more than 5 years will be considered an advantage;
4. Excellent communication, organizational, and strong writing skills;
5. Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills;
6. Excellent command of Greek and English;
7. Previous research experience will be considered an advantage.

Minimum Requirements for the post of Assistant Researcher A’ or Assistant Researcher B’
These positions concern researchers at the level of Assistant Researcher A’ who hold a post-graduate degree or Assistant Researcher B’ who hold a bachelor degree.

Τhe appointment will be for a period of one year (12 months) with the prospect of renewal for another one year.

The annual gross salary for the (full-time) position will range for Assistant Researcher A’ from €25468.08 to €29592.08, and for Assistant Researcher B’ from €20323.80 to €24216.57, depending on qualifications and experience.

It is noted that there is provision for 13th salary (the cost of the 13th salary is proportionally incorporated in the monthly remuneration). 

Interested candidates must submit their application comprising of all documents listed below not later than Friday 7 June 2024 at 14.00 CYPRUS TIME, which is the deadline for the submission of the applications .

1. A letter in English stating the applicant’s interests and abilities in relation to the job announcement, as well as the date on which he/she can undertake responsibilities in case of appointment;
2. Curriculum vitae in English;
3. Copies of the candidate’s degree certificates;
4. Contact details;
5. Names and contact details of at least three referees specifying position and relationship with the candidate.

* Please combine all necessary documents in one PDF file and then upload on the "Resume" section.

Apply here:https://eratosthenes.peopleforce.io/careers/v/67480-assistant-researcher-a-andor-assistant-researcher-b-at-the-environment-climate-department

If you have previously applied for any position at ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence, a new application is required.

For further information visit ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence webpage at http://www.eratosthenes.org.cy

For general inquiries, applicants may contact the ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence, at [email protected] .

It is noted that:

- For non-EU applicants a work permit will be required;
- Applications will be treated in strict confidence. All information provided will comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union;
- The job requires that the Researcher is physically present at the Centre’s premises;
- ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence is an equal opportunity employer;
- ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence does not discriminate in any way on the basis of gender, religion or belief, ethnic, national or social origin, age, physical ability, marital status and sexual orientation;
- The title of the position may be modified.

Requirements

Research Field

Agricultural sciences » Agronomics

Education Level

Bachelor Degree or equivalent

Research Field

Agricultural sciences » Soil science

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Research Field

Agricultural sciences » Other

Education Level

Bachelor Degree or equivalent

Research Field

Biological sciences » Other

Education Level

Bachelor Degree or equivalent

Research Field

Environmental science » Other

Education Level

Bachelor Degree or equivalent

Research Field

Technology » Biotechnology

Education Level

Bachelor Degree or equivalent

Research Field

Technology » Environmental technology

Education Level

Bachelor Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

1. B.Sc. in Plant Science; or Agriculture; or Horticulture; or Agronomy; or Food Science and Technology; Biotechnology; or similar field;
2. M.Sc., required only for the Assistant Researcher A’ level, in a relevant subject, such as: Soil Science; Plant Science; Agribusiness; Plant Pathology; or other relevant field;
3. Work experience of more than 5 years will be considered an advantage;
4. Excellent communication, organizational, and strong writing skills;
5. Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills;
6. Excellent command of Greek and English;
7. Previous research experience will be considered an advantage.

Specific Requirements

Minimum Requirements for the post of Assistant Researcher A’ or Assistant Researcher B’
These positions concern researchers at the level of Assistant Researcher A’ who hold a post-graduate degree or Assistant Researcher B’ who hold a bachelor degree.

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Excellent

Additional Information
Selection process

Recruitment Procedure

https://www.eratosthenes.org.cy/news-event/documents/

Website for additional job details

https://eratosthenes.peopleforce.io/careers/v/67480-assistant-researcher-a-ando…

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

2

Company/Institute

ERATOSTHENES CoE

Country

Cyprus

City

Limassol

Postal Code

3012

Street

82 Franklin Roosvelt

Where to apply

Website

https://eratosthenes.peopleforce.io/careers/v/67480-assistant-researcher-a-ando…

Contact

State/Province

Cyprus

City

Limassol

Website

http://www.eratosthenes.org.cy

Street

82 Franklin Roosvelt

Postal Code

3012

E-Mail

[email protected]

Phone

+35725002908

STATUS: EXPIRED