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POSITION:

Research Associate- SNS Research Group

Category:

An initial one-year employment contract will be offered with the possibility for renewal depending on performance. 

Location:

Nicosia, Cyprus

preferred start date:

September 2025 or as soon thereafter

Application Deadline:

Remain open until the position is filled 

No. of positions:

ABOUT THE POSITION:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Smart Networked Systems Research Group conducts research in Computer and Communication technologies, networks and protocols. Following the successful award of two multi-year Research and Innovation projects from the Horizon Europe program, SNS is seeking a Research Associate to join its fast-growing team of passionate and enthusiastic researchers and ICT professionals. The job holder will be part of the European- and Locally-funded Research and Innovation projects. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of the Smart Network Systems Research Group Leader, Prof. Vasos Vasiliou. Responsibilities:

The successful candidates will have the opportunity to conduct fundamental or applied research in the areas described below.
Work with the SNS research team to design and implement solutions in the context of the current research projects
Participate in internal and external technical workshops and project meetings
Build proof-of-concepts and prototypes to demonstrate the validity of proposed research and designed solutions.
Depending on their qualifications and expertise, successful candidates will be responsible to prepare reports and project deliverables, contribute to the preparation of research proposals
Furthermore, successful candidates will be encouraged to publish their research results in high quality international conferences and journals.

General Qualifications & Requirements:

Postgraduate degree (M.Sc., PhD) in Computer Science or Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering or Mathematics or a related field from an accredited institution.
3+ years of research experience. The required skills and expertise (research or professional) for the sought-out researchers include one or more of the following areas:
- Network Protocols – especially protocols related to IoT Communications
- Mobile and Wireless Networks – e.g., Local and Low power mobile and wireless network technologies, or Next Generation cellular networks and technologies (5G, NB-IoT)
- Security – Security of networks and systems, fault tolerance and reliability
- Edge, Fog and Mobile Cloud Computing
- Smart City Applications – Smart Energy, Smart Transportation, Smart Lighting, Smart Parking
- Experimentation and Testbed Setup – e.g., conducting lab experiments, designing, executing, and maintaining laboratory testbeds, analysing questionnaires, evaluating input of end users.
Motivated candidates with strong mathematical and/or algorithm development backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
For non-EU applicants a work permit will be required

Profile of the ideal candidate:

Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative and work independently.  
Strong organizational, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, having the ability to deal confidently and politely with enquiries.  
Very good analytical skills coupled with attention to detail.  
Dynamic, adaptable, hands-on and results driven.
A team player with an 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 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:

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 Research Associate -SNS MRG”:  Process for Research Associates:  

Full CV (including contact details). 
Cover letter which clearly states: (a) how you envision your role, (b) how your experience and qualifications match the specific position, and (c) the availability date for full-time employment (d) contact details of two referees.

In case you previously applied for a post at CYENS CoE, a new application is required. 

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