Οne (1) Part-time Postdoctoral Researcher – R2** the field of consumer behaviour and behavioural interventions

CYPRUS UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY

DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATION AND MARKETING

RESEARCH FELLOW (POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER – R2**) POSITION

Applications are invited from candidates who possess the necessary qualifications in order to fill one (1) Part-time Postdoctoral Researcher – R2** the field of consumer behaviour and behavioural interventions. The project aims at exploring behavioural interventions in the form of Nudges (Thaler and Sunstein, 2008) and specifically how human behaviours can be changed to follow more sustainable alternatives using scientific insights. The researcher will develop an understanding on the psychology of consumer decision-making and on important drivers of everyday decisions. The project aims at assisting consumers in making better decisions for their own and the wider societal good with the areas of interest including, but not limited to, green consumption, information divulgence and scam avoidance. The candidate will demonstrate a tracked record of quantitative and qualitative skills and will have knowledge of relevant software.

The successful applicant will be funded and also have money allowance for conducting the required research (information below). Opportunities and coverage of certain conference expenses abroad will be provided. Additionally, the candidate will have opportunities for paid teaching positions in the department, based on performance. 

** According to the European Framework for Research Careers

Applicants should have:

1. A PhD from a recognized university in one of the following fields of study: Consumer Behaviour (or Marketing) / Psychology/ Economics.
2. Very good knowledge of English (spoken and written)

The following will be considered as an advantage:

• Experience in preparing, submitting, and managing research projects.

Τhe appointment will be for a period of six (6) months with the prospect of renewal for twelve (12) months. The monthly gross salary for the position will be €1877,52, based on the legislation currently in effect. From this amount, employee contributions will be deducted, according to current legislation. It is noted that 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 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 Curriculum Vitae (CV) - (In English or Greek)
3. Proof of their academic qualifications
4. Contact details for two individuals from which references may be requested
5. Their own contact details

All the above must be combined in a single PDF document.

Applications  must be submitted electronically at: Application 2025CODE6 -RF_CM no later than Friday, Μay 2nd, 2025 at 17:00 (GMT+2) which is the deadline for the submission of the applications. 

For further information email the Project’s Supervisor Dr Christos Themistocleous at c.themistocleous@cut.ac.cy

Candidates who fulfil the requirements of the position may be invited for a personal interview by the Selection Committee. All candidates will be informed of the outcome of their application, once the procedure is completed. It is estimated that the procedure will be completed within 1 to 2 months from the deadline for the submission of 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.

Information on the Equality Policies, as well as opportunities for Research/Mobility and Professional Development can be found at the following link:  DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES AND EQUALITY POLICIES

The OTM-R (Open - Transparent - Merit Recruitment Policy) for Researchers of the University can be found at: OTM-R

The University has been granted by the European Commission the ‘HR Excellence in Research’ award, which recognises the University’s commitment for the continuous improvement of the working and research environment of its researchers. More information can be found at https://www.cut.ac.cy/strategy_for_researchers/