Post-doc - Scientist in energy/solar radiation using earth observation
ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence
- Λεμεσός
- Μόνιμη
- Πλήρης Απασχόληση
The successful candidate will be assigned to the Department of Resilient Society within the Centre of Excellence, in which earth observation-based research will be conducted in the thematic domain of Energy. The selected Researcher will assume to work under the Coordinator of the Department of the Resilient Society.
In close collaboration with the respective Department's Coordinator, the Researcher will implement the strategic plan of the Centre.
A core activity of ERATOSTHENES CoE is to conduct high caliber, state-of-the-art research, both basic and applied. A central task is to acquire research funding for the Centre, to provide facilities to the researchers, and to support them to acquire funding for their research independently and via international and local collaborations. Collaborations with industrial partners will be particularly encouraged and facilitated.
Appropriate measures of success will be collaboratively determined based on the Centre's strategic growth plan and sustainability targets. These will be revised periodically by the Executive Committee and the Board of Directors.Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be placed in the Resilient Society Department of ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence, and is expected to contribute towards shaping and advancing its research and innovation agenda by:
1. Contribution to the development of solar radiation / energy measurement and forecasting systems;
2. Creation and organization of a scientific team on solar / energy research;
3. Contribution to the exploitation of solar energy data, through research projects and collaborations with public and private bodies;
4. Contribution to the transfer of know-how in solar energy related research and technology (satellite and in-situ measurements, modelling) from the National Observatory of Athens, Greece and the Physicalisch Meteorologisches Observatorium Davos, World Radiation Center, Switzerland, to Eratosthenes Centre of Excellence;
5. Collaboration with the ECoE Atmospheric research group on active and passive remote sensing of the atmosphere, towards common research activities including solar measurements and atmospheric remote sensing;
6. Actively participating and ultimately leading world-class research programs (bottom-up) in the field of Energy, using state-of-the-art infrastructure;
7. Responsibilities (e.g. use, calibration, etc.) related to the state-of-the-art infrastructure of the Centre;
8. Securing financial and other resources from national, regional and international sources;
9. Establishing local, regional, and international research networks that can support the long-term research agenda and priorities of the Department;
10. Foreseeing the European Roadmap for Research Infrastructures (ESFRI) systematically;
11. Support mentoring, educating and providing research guidance to graduate students and PhD-candidates;
12. Engaging with government and industry bodies and institutions to raise the profile of ERATOSTHENES CoE as a research-intensive institution;
13. Any other relevant duties deemed necessary.Qualifications
1. PhD in a subject related to atmospheric measurements (ground based or satellite), measurement analysis, modelling of solar radiation/energy (such as Renewable Energy; Numerical Weather Prediction; Atmospheric Physics; Applied Physics; Solar Radiation Modelling; Computer Science; Remote Sensing; Mathematics; Physics; Geoinformation; Surveying Engineering; Spatial Planning or equivalent);
2. Contractual working experience of at least two years in the field related to solar radiation and/or solar energy and/or photovoltaic technologies research;
3. Scientific peer review publications and conference presentations/proceedings related to "measurements and/or modeling and applications of solar radiation/energy and/or photovoltaic technologies";
4. Proven experience of cooperation with European research bodies related to the subject "measurements and/or modeling and applications of solar radiation/energy and/or photovoltaic technologies";
5. Proven experience in writing successful research proposals and securing funding from national and international bodies for scientific research and technological development;
6. Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in data visualization and reporting tools;
7. Management and supervising skills;
8. Proven research experience in the subject "measurements and/or modeling and applications of solar radiation/energy and/or photovoltaic technologies", will be considered as an advantage;
9. Research and industry experience with European Institutions or Organizations in the energy sector will be considered as an advantage;
10. Specialized knowledge in renewable energy technologies (e.g., solar, energy storage, hydrogen) will be considered as an advantage;
11. Programming skill experience in working for European Commission / European Space Agency projects will be considered an advantage;
12. State-of-the-art scientific expertise in one or more of the following areas will be considered as an advantage:
a. Remote sensing / Earth Observation / satellite data processing;
b. Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning techniques;
c. Computer Science and Geoinformation Engineering;
d. Working for European Commission / European Space Agency projects.Minimum Requirements for the post of Post-doc
The minimum requirement for the position of Post-doc is to hold a PhD degree.The appointment will be for a period of one year (12 months) with the prospect of renewal for another year. The annual gross salary for the (full-time) position:Post-doc will range from €36732.10 to €52908.42, depending on qualifications. It is noted that there is provision for 13th salary (the cost of the 13th salary is proportionally incorporated in the monthly remuneration).Interested candidates must submit their application comprising of all documents listed below not later than Friday, 8 August 2025 at 14.00 CYPRUS TIME, which is the deadline for the submission of the applications.1. A cover letter in English clearly specifying availability date for full time employment;
2. Scanned or electronic copies of degree certificates and relevant qualifications. True copies of the originals will be requested for the shortlisted candidates;
3. Detailed Curriculum Vitae in English (including contact details);
4. The shortlisted candidates may be asked to submit Letters of Reference by three referees.
- Please combine all necessary documents in one PDF file and then upload on the "Resume" section.
- Applications will be treated in strict confidence. All information provided will comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union;
- The job requires that the Researcher is physically present at the Centre's premises and preferably becomes a resident in the area of employment;
- ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence is an equal opportunity employer;
- ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence 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;
- The title of the position may be modified.