Early-stage and Experienced (post-doctoral) Researchers – Neo-Move research group (# of pos: 2)

CYENS Centre of Excellence, Cyprus

Updated: over 1 year ago
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 20 Sep 2022

CYENS - Centre of Excellence is a Research Centre of Excellence in Cyprus focusing on Interactive media, Smart systems, and Emerging technologies aiming to empower knowledge and technology transfer in the region. It is a joint venture between the three public universities of Cyprus - University of Cyprus, Cyprus University of Technology, and, Open University of Cyprus -  the Municipality of Nicosia, and two renowned international partners, the Max Planck Institute for Informatics, Germany, and, the University College London, United Kingdom. This project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation program H2020-WIDESPREAD-01-2016-2017 (Teaming Phase 2) under grant agreement No. 739578, as well as from the Cypriot Government, local and international partners, and other sponsors.

The research focus of CYENS is on interactive media, smart systems, and emerging technologies. Interactive media have become an integral part of our lives, changing the way that information is conveyed to the user and the ways users interact with devices, with other people, and with the world around them. Smart systems have offered a novel way of producing automated solutions to hard problems for which the mere use of the human intellect is insufficient. Research in CYENS integrates the Visual Sciences, Human Factors & Design, and Communications & Artificial Intelligence, in a tight synergy that provides a unique interdisciplinary research perspective that emphasizes an “Inspired by Humans, Designed for Humans” philosophy. CYENS is designed to act as an integrator of academic research and industrial innovation, towards the sustainable fueling of the scientific, technological, and economic growth of Cyprus and Europe.

Research positions

The newly established Neo-Move research group (Neuro-cognitive Management of Occupational Movement Disorders) deals with neurocognitive research and the development of tools for the prevention, diagnosis, and rehabilitation of primary and secondary movement disorders. Special attention is given to work-related neurological, musculoskeletal, and psychological conditions appearing mainly in athletes, musicians, dancers, etc. The group aims to enhance our understanding of the neuro-cognitive mechanism behind motor dysfunctions, through the combined use of electrophysiology and extended reality technologies. The Neo-Move group already participates in several national and international projects and collaborates closely with national and international institutions and clinics.

The successful candidates will have the opportunity to conduct fundamental and/or applied research in the aforementioned areas (design of experimental protocols, data collection, data analysis, tools development, etc.). The position holders will also participate in the preparation of research proposals for funding, project reports and deliverables, and travel abroad for dissemination activities. Furthermore, successful candidates will be encouraged to publish/present their research results in prestigious international conferences and journals and contribute to the research centre’s key performance indicators. Finally, the selected candidates are encouraged to introduce and develop their own research projects.

The successful candidates will work under the supervision of Dr. Christos Ioannou (leader of Neo-Move group). Candidates who would like to search for funding opportunities such as Marie S. Curie Individual fellowships or any other funding opportunities are also welcome to apply.

Responsibilities of Researchers:

  • Contribute to the development of experimental concepts, protocols, and procedures with their expertise.
  • Support the acquisition of physiological, motion capture, and other related data, including the use of psychometric tools, self-report measures, rating scales, etc.
  • Contribute to collaborative decision-making, demonstrate initiative, and be proactive within their domain of responsibility. Maintain collaborations while participating in internal and external networks for the exchange of information.
  • Participate in the preparation of manuscripts and presentations.
  • Disseminate research findings.
  • Be a team player and work effectively with colleagues on joint projects and attend and contribute to relevant meetings.
  • Work independently and flexibly in planning day-to-day activities per project deadlines.
  • Develop new skills and methodologies as needed.
  • Undertake any other duties which may be required based on the needs of the projects.
  • Follow Group Leader’s decisions/directives and requirements as instructed.
  • Assist in the training of new researchers upon request by the Group Leader.
  • Attend technical and non-technical training courses and workshops as required.

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