Five (5) Research Fellow positions (Postgraduate Associates – Assistant Researchers A’ or B, or Postdoctoral Researchers) at the Department of Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, and Informatics for full-time or part-time employment in a European research program in the field of "Quantum Networks."

CYPRUS UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING, COMPUTER ENGINEERING, AND INFORMATICS

RESEARCH FELLOW POSITIONS (POSTGRADUATE ASSOCIATES/ASSISTANT RESEARCHERS A’ OR B’ OR POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHERS)

Applications are invited from candidates who possess the necessary qualifications in order to fill five (5) Research Fellow positions (Postgraduate Associates – Assistant Researchers A’ or B, or Postdoctoral Researchers)  at the Department of Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, and Informatics for full-time or part-time employment in a European research program in the field of "Quantum Networks."

Successful candidates will work on a €7.5 million research project aimed at developing Cyprus' national quantum network. Depending on qualifications, there are opportunities to engage in the following topics:

• Development of network orchestration software, including the design and implementation of algorithms for optimal resource utilization.
• Installation and evaluation of quantum networks and the combination of quantum and classical cryptosystems.
• Research on the development of innovative methods and systems for quantum communication in optical fibers.
• Research and development of post-quantum cryptosystems.

Applicants should have:

For the position of Post-Doctoral Researchers:

1. A Bachelor's or Master's degree and a Doctoral degree from a recognized university in related fields (e.g. Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics)
2. Experience with programming languages such as Python
3. Organizational skills
4. Very good knowledge of the English language (spoken and written)

For the position of Post-Graduate Associates (Assistant Researcher A):

1. A Bachelor's and Master's degree from a recognized university in related fields (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics)
2. Very good knowledge of the English language (spoken and written)

For the position of Post-Graduate Associates (Assistant Researcher B):

1. A Bachelor's degree from a recognized university in related fields (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics)
2. Very good knowledge of the English language (spoken and written)

For all positions, any knowledge or experience in the following areas is desirable and will be considered an additional qualification:

1. Experience with optical research laboratories.
2. Development of software for handling and orchestrating equipment.
3. Development of software or algorithms for communication networks.
4. Quantum communications.

Monthly gross earnings are determined as follows, according to current legislation:

- Positions of Post-Doctoral Researchers

€1494.67- €2989.55

- Positions of Post-Graduate Associates (Assistant Researchers A)

 €1,068.06 - €2136.29

- Positions of Post-Graduate Associates (Assistant Researchers B):

 €874.38 - €1,748.77

From the above amounts, employees contributions to Government Funds as well as Income Tax will be deducted, according to legislation into effect.

The amount of remuneration for successful candidates will be determined according to qualifications and employment status (full- or part-time). The employment will be for twelve (12) months with the prospect of renewal. It is noted that a 13th salary is provided, which has been proportionally incorporated in the monthly remuneration.

Applicants are requested to submit the following in English:
 

1. A letter in which they express their interest and which clearly shows the date on which they can assume duties in case of selection.
2. A brief overview of their research experience (required in the case of post-doctoral candidates and desirable in the case of postgraduate candidates), as well as a brief description of their future scientific plans (for all candidates) -up to 2 pages.
3. A Curriculum Vitae (CV)
4. Proof of their academic qualifications
5. Contact details for two individuals from which references may be requested
6. Their own contact details

The applications must be submitted to https://forms.office.com/e/VLr9bTve2Y   with the subject: "Application for positions of Research Fellows (Postgraduate Fellows/Postdoctoral Researchers) in the Department of EECEI in the subject Quantum Networks - CODE5" no later than Monday, March 24th, 2025 at 17:00 (GMT+2) which will be the last date for submitting applications.

It is noted that:

• The University adopts an equal opportunity policy at recruitment and the subsequent career stages and encourages all 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.

For further information, interested parties may visit the University website at www.cut.ac.cy or contact either Professor Kyriacos Kalli at kyriacos.kalli@cut.ac.cy or Human Resources Services  at HRrecruits@cut.ac.cy