Assistant Researcher A' to Post-Doc at the Environment and Climate Department

Ref No.:  ARA-PD-ECD-180

UP TO TWO (2) ASSISTANT RESEARCHER A' TO POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOW POSITIONS AT THE ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE DEPARTMENT

ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence ) of Cyprus University of Technology ) invites applications for up to two (2) positions at the Assistant Researcher A' or Post-Doctoral Research Fellow level at the Environment & Climate Research Department of ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence. The position is open either on a full-time (100%) or part-time employment basis. The successful candidate specializing in any of the following disciplines: Agricultural Sciences, Agronomy, Plant/Crop Science, Plant Pathology/Entomology and Biotechnology will work under the Eratosthenes Centre of Excellence at the Environment & Climate Research Department in the Agriculture cluster. The successful candidate will conduct research under multiple Eratosthenes Centre of Excellence projects funded by the European Union, including the flagship Excelsior H2020 Teaming project ), and other european, national, or industry-funded projects (such as Nostradamus, Cerberus and Carbonica).

ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence is an autonomous Centre of Excellence with Cyprus University of Technology as its sole stakeholder, specializing 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 ), 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.

NOSTRADAMUS: aims to transform the agricultural sector, and beyond, through informed decision-making and policy shaping. The project will design, develop, and evaluate a scalable and robust platform for the online and real-time harvesting of valuable information from diverse data sources to support various agricultural applications. Nostradamus will establish an automated pipeline for data acquisition, storage, and pre-processing. Five Data Cubes will integrate satellite datasets and employ near-real-time server-side algorithms for time-series analysis and the generation of value-added geospatial maps. To enhance the sustainability performance and competitiveness of the agricultural sector through a multi-actor approach, Nostradamus will develop multiple open-source digital applications, which will utilize both edge and cloud solutions, as well as hybrid combinations, harnessing the potential of Internet of Things and Earth Observation data, ensuring the effective exploitation of such applications even in areas with weak connectivity.

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.

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-).

Description of the Position
The Eratosthenes Centre of Excellence is seeking a highly motivated Assistant Researcher A' or Postdoctoral Researcher to join our team specializing in Agricultural Sciences, Agronomy, Plant/Crop Science, Plant Pathology/Entomology and Biotechnology. The primary focus will be on assessing and monitoring phenological cycle stages, stress indicators, pest indicators, health status, biotic and abiotic stress. As a researcher in the Agriculture Cluster part of the duties will be to implement field work, collecting data, maintaining and use equipment relevant to the job duties.

Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be placed in the Environment & Climate Research Department in the Agriculture cluster and is expected to contribute towards shaping and advancing its research and innovation agenda by:

• Conduct research on plant health risk assessment;
• Conduct regular field measurements in pilot sites, such as Achelia experimental station and any other location in Cyprus;
• Operate and maintain filed equipment such as sensors and traps;
• Collect data on crop growth stages, plant health, and environmental conditions relevant to pest and disease development;
• Use standardized rating scales and sampling methods to ensure accurate and consistent measurements;
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate remote sensing data with field observations and other datasets;
• Publish research findings in high-impact peer-reviewed journals and present results at scientific conferences;
• Assist in the preparation of grant proposals to secure funding for future research projects;
• Provide technical expertise and support to internal and external stakeholders, including training and capacity-building activities;
• Contribute to the documentation and dissemination of findings, including scientific project proposals, reports, result presentations, and scientific publications;
• Travel to present research findings at scientific conferences or to support research projects/activities of the Agriculture cluster;
• Any other relevant duties deemed useful and necessary.

Qualifications

• PhD and/or Post-graduate degree in any of the following subjects or a closely related field: Agricultural Sciences, Agronomy, Plant/Crop Science, Plant Pathology/Entomology, Biotechnology Environmental Science, Soil Science;
• Previous experience in fieldwork and data collection is required;
• Willingness to work outdoors in variable weather conditions;
• Valid driver's license for travel between field sites is required;
• Previous experience in lab analysis is considered an advantage;
• Knowledge in programming languages such as Python, R, or MATLAB, and experience in handling large datasets is considered an advantage;
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills;
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a research team;
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and convey technical information to diverse audiences;
• Experience in the preparation of scientific project proposals is considered an advantage;
• Experience with basics statistical analysis or data visualization;
• Excellent command of English is mandatory while knowledge of Greek or any other relevant language necessary for the position is considered an advantage.

Minimum Requirements for the post of Assistant Researcher A' to Post Doctoral Research Fellow
The minimum requirement for the position of Assistant Researcher A' is to hold a post-graduate degree from a recognized University.

The minimum requirement for the position of Post-Doctoral Research Fellow is a doctoral degree from a recognized University.

The appointment will be for a period of one year (12 months) with the prospect of renewal for another one year. It is noted that there is provision for 13th salary (the cost of the 13th salary is proportionally incorporated in the monthly remuneration).

Assistant Researcher A': The annual gross salary for the (full-time) position will range from € to € , depending on qualifications.

Post-Doctoral Research Fellow: The annual gross salary for the (full-time) position will range from € to € , depending on qualifications.

Interested candidates must submit their application comprising of all documents listed below not later than 24 October 2025 at 14.00 CYPRUS TIME, which is the deadline for the submission of the applications.

• A cover letter in English clearly specifying availability date for full time employment;
• Scanned or electronic copies of degree certificates and relevant qualifications. True copies of the originals will be requested for the shortlisted candidates;
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae in English (including contact details);
• The shortlisted candidates may be asked to submit Letters of Reference by three referees.

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

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

Screening of applications will begin immediately after this deadline and all applicants will be notified accordingly.

For further information visit ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence webpage at 

For general inquiries, applicants may contact the ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence, at 
 
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 applicant is or becomes a resident in the area of employment;
• The ERATOSTHENES CoE adopts an equal opportunity policy at recruitment and the subsequent career stages and encourages all genders to submit an application for all levels of Research and Administrative Staff;
• The ERATOSTHENES CoE 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.

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