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Post-Doc(s) & Researcher(s) positions – VIRTUAL REALITY FOR WELL-BEING 

Temporary, Full-time · CYENS - Centre of Excellence
Responsibilities
  1. Conduct applied research and RTDI activities in the scientific field of Virtual Reality with applications in well-being domain.  
  1. Carry out the work for all stages of experimental studies, including but not limited to study design, implementation, data collection, data analysis & interpretation, manuscript writing etc.  
  1. Collaborate and work closely with other members and collaborators of the research group and the research lab for joint studies.  
  1. May also participate in the preparation of project reports and deliverables, research proposals for funding, software development, statistics analysis, travel abroad for dissemination and other related activities for RTDI purposes, as requested by the group leader.  
  1. Publish/present research outputs in prestigious international conferences and journals.  
  1. Others, supporting the group’s activities as requested by the group leader. 
 

Your profile
  1. Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative and work independently.   
  1. Strong organizational, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, having the ability to deal confidently and politely with enquiries.   
  1. Very good analytical skills coupled with attention to detail.   
  1. Dynamic, adaptable, hands-on and results driven. 
  1. A team player with an ability to work independently and under pressure.  
  1. High levels of commitment, energy, and drive. 
  1. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
 

General qualifications and requirements
  1. University Degree, Bachelor's degree or/and a postgraduate master’s level degree in a relevant field (e.g. Interactive Media, Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Neuroscience (with VR/well-being expertise), Psychology (with VR/well-being expertise), Communication Studies (with VR/well-being expertise) or other fields relate to VR or Well-Being),  from an accredited institution, is required.  
  1. PhD degree in a relevant field (e.g. Interactive Media, Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Neuroscience (with VR/well-being expertise), Psychology (with VR/well-being expertise), Communication Studies (with VR/well-being expertise), or other fields relate to VR or Well-Being from an accredited institution is desired for Research Associate Position and required for Senior Research Associate Position.  
  1. Ability to independently identify problems and carry out research work within the scope of the research group.   
  1. Ability to interact with stakeholders in application domains and identify opportunities for collaboration.   
  1. Excellent knowledge of both spoken and written English, especially in reading technical / research articles  
  1. Computer literate.  
  1. For non-EU applicants a work permit will be required. 
Why us?
Take advantage of this opportunity for your professional and personal development by being a part of our fast- growing Research and Innovation Centre of Excellence. A very attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate according to qualifications and experience.  
Application process
Application process  
For full consideration, interested applicants should submit the following items via the online application form and mention the position you are applying for: “Application for JOB TITLE”: 
 
Process for Research Associates:  
  1. A cover letter which clearly specifies 1) contact details, 2) employment availability date, 3) part-time or full-time availability, and 4) MRG(s) of interest in order of priority 
  1. A detailed curriculum vitae in English. 
  1. Copies of academic transcripts  
  1. Description of their academic and research experiences as well as any relevant industrial / innovation / entrepreneurship experience, where applicable (500 words maximum). 
  1. Contact details of two University professors or one University professor and one industry referee who will provide the letters. 
  1. Two (2) representative publications (if applicable). 
  1. Two (2) representative innovation outcomes / products (if applicable). 
 
Incomplete applications will not be accepted.  

 
Contact details
 
For general enquiries, applicants may contact the HR Department of CYENS, Centre of Excellence at  vacancies@cyens.org.cy . For academic matters related to the post, applicants may contact Associate Professor Despina Michael-Grigoriou at despina.grigoriou@cut.ac.cy.  

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About us

CYENS Centre of Excellence (formerly known as RISE) is the Research and Innovation Centre on Interactive media, Smart systems and Emerging technologies empowering knowledge and technology transfer in the region. CYENS CoE is supported by the European Commission, the Republic of Cyprus and its founding Partners, the Municipality of Nicosia, the Max Planck Institute for Informatics (MPI), University College London, the University of Cyprus, the Cyprus University of Technology and the Open University of Cyprus.   


The Centre conducts excellent, internationally competitive scientific research in the areas of visual sciences, human factors and design, communication, and artificial intelligence delivered by high-calibre multidisciplinary research teams. CYENS engages in knowledge transfer and innovation activities aiming to bridge the gap between scientific research and STEM-led innovation and entrepreneurship. 


 CYENS, as a Centre of Excellence, cultivates a culture of innovation and creativity in an inspiring environment filled with academics, researchers, creative and onward-looking people, innovators, entrepreneurs, and practitioners. The Centre operates under the moto “Inspired by Humans Designed for Humans” with the vision to produce world class research that drives innovation towards social and economic benefit while conducting excellent, internationally competitive scientific research in the areas of visual sciences, human factors and design, communication, and artificial intelligence. It sets out to meet the challenge with a total potential funding of more than 30 million Euros for the first 7 years, from a Horizon 2020 Teaming Action and multiple other sources, and a business plan for long-term sustainability and growth.

 

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