Director of the Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC)

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The Cyprus Institute (CyI) invites applications for the position of Director of the Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC) - a flagship research centre that pioneers in research, development, and deployment of computational and large-scale data methodologies for the advancement of scientific and technological disciplines.

This is a unique opportunity for an internationally recognised academic leader to shape and advance a high-impact research centre at the interface of high-performance computing, computational modelling and simulation, machine learning and AI and quantum computing.

The successful candidate will lead the next phase of CaSToRC’s development, strengthening its international standing, expanding its research portfolio, and enhancing its contribution to regional and global agendas.

About The Cyprus Institute

The Cyprus Institute is a European, non-profit, science- and technology-oriented educational and research institution, governed by an internationally acclaimed Board.

Its research is organised across five Research Centres:

• Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC)
• Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC)
• Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC)
• Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C)
• Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC)

A defining feature of CyI is its strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration across Centres, enabling impactful research addressing complex societal challenges.

About CaSToRC

Since its establishment in 2009, CaSToRC aspires to be a leader in the development and application of computational technologies, and more recently, AI technologies in Cyprus and the Eastern Mediterranean region, contributing to a future shaped by scientific discovery and technological excellence. CaSToRC's mission is to pioneer research at the intersection of computational modeling, AI, and HPC while providing high-value services and solutions to tackle national and global challenges.

The Centre is uniquely positioned to:

• Conduct internationally acclaimed research in its key areas of specialization.
• Support research activities of other CyI centers and collaborate widely with other research and innovation organizations in Cyprus and abroad.
• Facilitate the uptake of HPC for data-intensive applications in Cyprus.
• OfferPrograms in HPC & Machine Learning (MS) and in Computational Sciences (PhD).

Role and Strategic Leadership

The Director will provide visionary leadership for the CaSToRC, guiding its scientific direction, strengthening its institutional capacity, and enhancing its international visibility and impact.

The role combines academic excellence, strategic leadership, and institutional stewardship, contributing significantly to the overall development of the Cyprus Institute.

The successful candidate will be appointed as a Professor with tenure, with an internationally competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with the seniority and responsibilities of the position.

Key Areas of Responsibility

The Director will lead across the following strategic domains:

Scientific Leadership and Research Excellence

• Further define and advance a globally competitive research agenda aligned with key challenges in areas of expertise
• Foster interdisciplinary research programmes addressing complex challenges in the domain
• Maintain and further develop a high-impact personal research profile

Institutional Development and Centre Growth

• Strengthen and expand CaSToRC’s research capabilities and infrastructure
• Develop and implement strategies aligned with the Centre’s mission and CyI’s institutional priorities
• Recruit, develop, and support high-performing research teams

External Engagement and Impact

• Build and sustain strategic partnerships with leading international research institutions, industry, and policy stakeholders
• Enhance CaSToRC’s role in policy-relevant research and societal impact
• Communicate research outcomes effectively to academic, public, and decision-making audiences

Resource Mobilisation and Sustainability

• Secure competitive research funding, strategic investments, and external resources
• Develop and oversee the Centre’s financial planning and investment strategies
• Contribute to the long-term sustainability and growth of CaSToRC

Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will be an internationally recognised academic leader with:

• PhD and full Professorship with substantial years.
• Demonstrated international research and administrative experience in recognised research Institutions of ideally at least 10 years
• A distinguished research record of the highest international standard in a field relevant to CaSToRC
• Demonstrated experience in leading research groups, centres, or programmes
• A compelling strategic vision for advancing research and innovation in computation-based science and technology
• Proven success in securing competitive research funding and building collaborative networks
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively across academic, governmental, and industry environments

In addition, the candidate should demonstrate:

• Experience in interdisciplinary or multidisciplinary research, particularly in sustainability-related areas
• Engagement in applied and implementation-oriented research
• Familiarity with competitive research programmes and funding mechanisms

Excellent command of English is required; knowledge of Greek or other languages is an advantage.

Responsibilities as a Faculty Member

As a tenured Professor at CyI, the Director will also:

• Mentor and supervise graduate students (MSc and PhD)
• Contribute to the development and delivery of graduate courses and seminars
• Initiate and participate in high-level international research collaborations
• Lead and contribute to competitive research proposals

Terms and Conditions

• Location: Cyprus Institute campus, Athalassa, Nicosia
• Appointment: Tenured Professorship
• Salary Band: CYI10.1 – CYI11.7 (€80,172.95 – €107,462.29)
• Directorship allowance
• Benefits: Flexible working scheme, additional leave provisions, provident fund, and medical/life insurance

Previous experience at equivalent rank will be considered in salary placement.

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Application Procedure

Applications must be submitted via the ‘Apply’ button above.

Applicants should submit:

• CV presented in a structured format, which includes (in the following specific order):
  1. Personal & contact information
  2. Education
  3. Past and present employment (newest first)
  4. Prizes and awards
  5. Talks at conferences: separate invited talks from contributed talks and posters
  6. Grants
  7. Supervisions of graduate students (list separately MSc/PhD)
• A short letter of interest
• Research statement (up to 5 pages) including up to ten key papers (each paper should include a DOI, the number of citations (indicating whether it’s ISI or Google Scholar), the journal's impact factor (IF), and the role of the author)
• Teaching statement
• List of publications
• List of five (5) referees (including contact information)
• 3 authored publications for review

All materials must be in English and in PDF format.

For further information, please contact:

Ms Christiana Melodias – c.melodias@cyi.ac.cy