Shaping our society’s future
POSITION:
Early-stage Researcher on Project MINDFIT
Category:
One Early-Stage Researcher part-time research position (50%) for “Neo-Move” Research Group at CYENS Centre of Excellence.
Location:
Nicosia, Cyprus
Application Deadline:
17th of July 2025
No. of positions:
1
SALARY RANGE:
For 50% part-time employment, the gross monthly salary will range from €700 for applicants without a postgraduate degree to €900 for those holding a postgraduate degree
ABOUT THE POSITION:
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Contribute to the development of intervention materials, research protocols, data analysis strategies, and assessment procedures targeting mental health challenges in children and young athletes.
- Assist in the coordination of project meetings and support the preparation and submission of deliverables.
- Participate actively in consortium meetings, offering subject-matter expertise and contributing to collaborative discussions.
- Support the dissemination of project outcomes through conference presentations, publications, and engagement on digital and social media platforms.
- Create and manage promotional content to raise awareness of the project and its objectives.
General Qualifications & Requirements:
QualificationsÂ
- University Degree(s) in Psychology or related field.
- Excellent written and oral language skills for Greek and English.
- For non-EU applicants, a work permit will be required.
- Master’s degree in an applied field of Psychology (e.g., School Psychology, Clinical Psychology or Counselling Psychology)
- Experience conducting research with children using either quantitative or qualitative methods (e.g., interviews, focus groups).
Profile of the ideal candidate:
- Strong organisational, communication, and presentation skills, having the ability to deal confidently and politely with enquiries.
- Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative and work independently.
- Very good analytical skills coupled with attention to detail.
- Dynamic, adaptable, hands-on and results-driven.
- A team player with the ability to work independently and under pressure.
- High levels of commitment, energy, and drive.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
BENEFITS:
Take advantage of this opportunity for your professional and personal development by being a part of our 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:
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 Early-stage Researcher - MINDFIT”:
- A cover letter which clearly specifies 1) contact details, 2) employment availability date, 3) time availability,
- A detailed curriculum vitae in English.
- Copies of academic transcripts
- Description of their academic and research experiences as well as any relevant industrial / innovation / entrepreneurship experience, where applicable (500 words maximum).
- Contact details of two University professors or one University professor and one practitioner referee who may be contacted to provide reference letters.