The Cyprus Institute (CyI) invites applications for the position of Director of the Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC) - a flagship research centre that pioneers in research, development, and deployment of computational and large-scale data methodologies for the advancement of scientific and technological disciplines.
This is a unique opportunity for an internationally recognised academic leader to shape and advance a high-impact research centre at the interface of high-performance computing, computational modelling and simulation, machine learning and AI and quantum computing.
About The Cyprus Institute
The Cyprus Institute is a European, non-profit, science- and technology-oriented educational and research institution, governed by an internationally acclaimed Board.
Its research is organised across five Research Centres: Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC).
About CaSToRC
Since its establishment in 2009, CaSToRC aspires to be a leader in the development and application of computational technologies, and more recently, AI technologies in Cyprus and the Eastern Mediterranean region.
Role and Strategic Leadership
The Director will provide visionary leadership for the CaSToRC, guiding its scientific direction, strengthening its institutional capacity, and enhancing its international visibility and impact. The successful candidate will be appointed as a Professor with tenure, with an internationally competitive salary and benefits package.
Key Areas of Responsibility
- Scientific Leadership and Research Excellence
- Institutional Development and Centre Growth
- External Engagement and Impact
- Resource Mobilisation and Sustainability
Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will be an internationally recognised academic leader with a PhD and full Professorship, demonstrated international research and administrative experience, a distinguished research record, experience leading research groups, a compelling strategic vision, proven success in securing funding, and strong leadership skills.
Terms and Conditions
Location: Cyprus Institute campus, Athalassa, Nicosia. Appointment: Tenured Professorship. Salary Band: CYI10.1 – CYI11.7 (€80,172.95 – €107,462.29). Directorship allowance. Benefits include flexible working scheme, additional leave provisions, provident fund, and medical/life insurance.
Application Procedure
Applications must be submitted via the ‘Apply’ button above. Applicants should submit CV, short letter of interest, research statement, teaching statement, list of publications, list of five referees, and 3 authored publications. All materials must be in English and in PDF format.
