Οne (1) Part-time Research Fellow position (Post-Doctoral Researcher) at the Department of Chemical Engineering in the field of “Derivation of the couple-stress theory via non-equilibrium thermodynamics

Applications are invited from candidates who possess the necessary qualifications in order to fill one (1) Part-time Research Fellow position (Post-Doctoral Researcher) at the Department of Chemical Engineering in the field of “Derivation of the couple-stress theory via non-equilibrium thermodynamics”.

Applicants should have:

• A PhD degree from a recognized university in one or a combination of the following fields of study: Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry or related fields.
• Experience with modeling complex fluids and/or the use of non-equilibrium thermodynamics formalisms is required
• Programming experience in a high-level programming language (e.g., MATLAB)
• Very good knowledge of English (spoken and written)
• Organizational skills

The following will be considered as an advantage:

• Experience in preparing, submitting, and managing research projects.
• Knowledge of the couple-stress theory.

Τhe appointment will be for a period of five (5) months with the prospect of renewal. The monthly cost of employment (program budget) will be €2272,73. From this amount all legal employer and employee contributions will be deducted. The monthly gross salary, based on the legislation currently into effect, is €1978,00. There is provision for 13th salary (the cost of the 13th salary has been proportionally incorporated in the monthly remuneration as analyzed above)

Applicants are requested to submit the following:

1. A complete curriculum vitae
2. A one-page summary of their research experience and future research goals (not to exceed two (2) pages)
3. A copy of their most representative publication
4. The names and contact information of two people who are willing to provide references
5. Proof of their qualifications
6. Complete contact information along with dates available for an interview and for commencing employment

Applications must be sent via email at: HRrecruits@cut.ac.cy with the subject: “Application for Research Fellow (Post-Doctoral Researcher) Position – Department of Chemical Engineering” no later than Friday 27 November 2020, which is the deadline for the submission of the applications. 

For further information visit the University’s webpage at http://www.cut.ac.cy

It is noted that:

• The University adopts an equal opportunity policy at recruitment and the subsequent career stages and encourages both genders to submit an application for all levels of Academic and Administrative Staff.
• The University 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.