- Location
- Cyprus Nicosia
- Workplace
- Remote
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Education
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Workday
Description
European University Cyprus is currently seeking a passionate, skilled and team-oriented candidate to join our Research team at the position of Research Specialist. Working within the EUC Research Office, the successful candidate will provide administrative and analytical support to EUC faculty and researchers throughout the proposal preparation, submission, implementation and reporting processes.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Identify and disseminate funding opportunities to EUC faculty and researchers to support and promote research excellence.
- Monitor funding programme conditions, restrictions and relevant legal frameworks, providing guidance to ensure compliance during proposal preparation, submission and implementation.
- Collect, validate, process and analyse research and administrative data for institutional reporting, performance monitoring and strategic decision-making.
- Assist in the preparation and processing of research project contracts and agreements.
- Maintain and update databases related to EUC research projects and proposals.
- Coordinate seminars, workshops and related activities that promote research collaboration, capacity building and networking within EUC.
- Prepare and contribute to internal and external reports on University research performance utilizing relevant data.
- Perform any additional duties related to research administration as assigned by the Office of the Vice Rector for Research and External Affairs.
Qualifications required:
- Master’s degree (MA/MSc)
- Full fluency in Greek and English languages
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- Experience in supporting the preparation and submission of funding applications and the administration of funded projects.
- Familiarity with and experience in Research and Innovation Foundation’s and EU funding programs
- High level of organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience in data processing, analysis and visualisation using tools such as Excel, Power BI or similar software
- High degree of numeracy and attention to detail
- Ability to work with multiple and tight deadlines
EUC offers a competitive remuneration package and fringe benefits including among others:
- 35-hour work week.
- Provident Fund.
- Private Medical Scheme.
- Paid sick leave.
- Supportive working environment.
- Personal support and advice.
- Free access to the University’s clinics.
- Professional development programs.
- Free parking.
Deadline for applications: Friday 24th July 2026.
All applications will be treated in strict confidence and only candidates who meet the above qualifications will be contacted.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.
