University of Nicosia

The Department of Engineering at the University of Nicosia invites applications for full-time academic positions at the Lecturer and Assistant Professor levels (exceptional candidates at higher levels may also be considered) in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, and Civil and Environmental Engineering. The Department seeks high-calibre scholars with a demonstrated, evidence-based research record, strong teaching capability in English, and a proven capacity to attract research funding and lead competitive proposal development—particularly at the Assistant and Associate Professor levels. While priority areas include Digital Twins, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence with applications to Engineering, Smart Infrastructure, Sustainable Energy Systems, and Computational Engineering, applications from outstanding candidates across all engineering disciplines will be considered. Strategic Vision: The Department is strengthening its research-intensive profile and expanding its international presence. Successful candidates are expected to contribute to the development of externally funded research programmes, interdisciplinary initiatives, and industry partnerships at national, European, and international levels. Qualifications: PhD in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Civil and Environmental Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline from a recognised institution. Candidates holding a PhD in Applied Physics or Applied Mathematics will also be considered, provided they demonstrate a strong, sustained record of research and teaching in core engineering domains. Demonstrated, peer-reviewed research track record appropriate to rank. Evidence of research income generation and successful participation in competitive funding proposals (mandatory for Assistant and Associate Professor levels). Demonstrated ability to teach effectively in English; prior teaching experience in English-medium programmes is required. Capacity to supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students and to contribute to curriculum development. Ability to operate independently while contributing to collaborative research and teaching environments. Rank-Specific Expectations: Assistant Professor: Evidence of high-quality publications and clear trajectory toward research leadership. Demonstrated participation in funded projects and strong potential for independent grant acquisition. Associate Professor: Established international research profile with sustained publication record. Proven success in securing competitive research funding and leading research teams or work packages. Experience mentoring junior researchers and supervising doctoral candidates is expected. Key Responsibilities: Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including laboratory components where relevant. Developing externally funded research programmes and leading competitive grant applications. Publishing in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals and conferences. Supervising MSc and PhD students. Contributing to departmental administration and academic leadership activities. Engaging with industry and fostering knowledge transfer and innovation. Applications Procedure: Cover letter outlining suitability for the position and rank. Full Curriculum Vitae including complete list of publications, research funding record, and teaching experience. Research statement (maximum 3 pages) describing past achievements and future funding strategy. Teaching statement (maximum 2 pages). Copies of academic degrees. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to deliver a research presentation and a teaching demonstration. Benefits: Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Support for research development and proposal submission. Opportunities for leadership within strategic research initiatives. For academic inquiries: Professor Dimitris Drikakis, Dean, School of Sciences & Engineering (drikakis.d@unic.ac.cy). For application process inquiries: Ms Irene Koliandri (+357 22 841533; koliandri.i@unic.ac.cy). Candidates must be eligible to work in the European Union / European Economic Area. Department Overview: The Department of Engineering offers BSc degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, and Civil and Environmental Engineering. The Department maintains modern laboratories and research infrastructure supporting areas such as advanced simulation, material testing, IoT systems, telecommunications, electronics, power systems, embedded systems, robotics, and computational modelling. The Department promotes close industry engagement and interdisciplinary collaboration. About the University of Nicosia (www.unic.ac.cy): UNIC is the largest university in Cyprus, with more than 12,500 students from over 100 countries. It is one of the leading comprehensive research-oriented universities in the Mediterranean region, committed to teaching, research and innovation, sustainability, societal engagement, and contribution to culture. The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2025 has placed UNIC among the top 501-600 universities globally.

UNIC Athens, the University of Nicosia's academic and research base in Greece, combining internationally ranked teaching with state-of-the-art facilities, is inviting applications from individuals interested in full time faculty appointments of the School of Business. This call refers to faculty in the rank of Assistant Professors or Associate Professors who specialize in: Accounting or Finance The position involves a rigorous and analytical examination of accounting and financial principles, including financial reporting, financial accounting, managerial accounting, taxation and accounting information systems, financial management, corporate finance, investment analysis, risk management and governance. It integrates accounting and financial standards, quantitative methods and ethical frameworks to support informed decision‑making, transparency and sustainable value creation in contemporary organizational and financial environments. Duties and Responsibilities: Faculty at the University of Nicosia are responsible for delivering high-quality, coordinated teaching and following university academic procedures. They must prepare course outlines that match approved syllabi, work with academic leaders on textbook selection, and use a range of assessment methods to monitor and support student progress. They are also expected to protect exam materials, invigilate exams, follow final examination regulations, keep accurate grade and attendance records, report excessive absences, retain assessed work as required, and submit an end-of-semester online portfolio. In addition to teaching, faculty are expected to support students through advising hours, discussions of exam results, progress evaluation, and recommendation letters. They must also contribute to university life by attending meetings and participating in professional development. Professional conduct is a key expectation, including appropriate appearance, fair and unbiased treatment of students, avoiding political influence in teaching or assessment, and not participating in illegal organizations. Qualifications: A Doctorate Evidence of potential for excellence in teaching, research, publications in international outlets and for a successful academic career. Ability to teach in Greek and/or English Experience: Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience in the Higher Education sector. Application Procedure: Interested candidates should submit the following documents: A cover letter stating specialization and related experience A full Curriculum Vitae (CV) with a complete list of publications A one-page research statement describing previous and current research, as well as future research plans Deadline for applications: May 31st 2026 For further information regarding application procedure please contact Ms Irene Koliandri (Email: koliandri.i@unic.ac.cy, Tel.: +357-22841533). For further information regarding the program please contact Prof. Nikolaos Antonakakis at antonakakis.n@unic.ac.cy. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified Candidates must be eligible to work in the European Union/European Economic Area. About the University of Nicosia (www.unic.ac.cy): The University of Nicosia (UNIC) is a research-oriented university dedicated to teaching, research, innovation, sustainability, societal engagement, and cultural contribution. With over 100 programmes at the Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral levels, offered both on-campus and online, UNIC serves more than 11,500 students from over 100 countries. UNIC boasts an outstanding academic reputation and a global perspective, as evidenced by its impressive international rankings. Indicatively, in the 2026 edition of the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, UNIC has held its rank among the top 501-600 universities globally for the fourth consecutive year. The University strives to cultivate an academically stimulating environment that is student-centered and promotes active self-learning, imparting lifelong learning skills and competences to its students through smaller than average class sizes, a wide range of laboratories and innovative teaching methods. About UNIC School of Business (www.unic.ac.cy/school-of-business) The UNIC School of Business is an AACSB Accredited School and among the 6% of Business Schools worldwide meeting the highest standards in strategy, student success and thought leadership. The UNIC School of Business stands at the forefront of business education, with UNIC ranked among the Top 176-200 universities globally, #40 in the European Union, and #1 in Cyprus and Greece for Business & Economics in the 2025 Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject. Aligned with its Mission, the School of Business boasts a range of innovative programmes that are indicative of the robust advancements in business and technology today, catering to mainstay areas such as Accounting, Finance, Economics, Marketing, Management, Management Information Systems, Business Administration, Tourism and Hospitality Management, and extending into the emerging fields of Crypto-assets, Blockchain Technology, Metaverse, Sports Management, Energy Management and Business Sustainability. A core strategic focus on continual improvement and adaptability ensures that UNIC School of Business graduates are well-equipped with essential theoretical knowledge and competencies needed in a dynamic global job market. This preparation positions them to take on leadership roles across a broad business spectrum. Sustainability remains a fundamental value for the UNIC School of Business, which has been designated as the Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME) champion in Cyprus, Greece, and Southeastern Europe, highlighting its commitment to responsible management education.

The Department of Engineering at the University of Nicosia invites applications for full-time academic positions at the Lecturer and Assistant Professor levels (exceptional candidates at higher levels may also be considered) in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, and Civil and Environmental Engineering. The Department seeks high-calibre scholars with a demonstrated, evidence-based research record, strong teaching capability in English, and a proven capacity to attract research funding and lead competitive proposal development—particularly at the Assistant and Associate Professor levels. While priority areas include Digital Twins, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence with applications to Engineering, Smart Infrastructure, Sustainable Energy Systems, and Computational Engineering, applications from outstanding candidates across all engineering disciplines will be considered. Strategic Vision: The Department is strengthening its research-intensive profile and expanding its international presence. Successful candidates are expected to contribute to the development of externally funded research programmes, interdisciplinary initiatives, and industry partnerships at national, European, and international levels. Qualifications: PhD in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Civil and Environmental Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline from a recognised institution. Candidates holding a PhD in Applied Physics or Applied Mathematics will also be considered, provided they demonstrate a strong, sustained record of research and teaching in core engineering domains. Demonstrated, peer-reviewed research track record appropriate to rank. Evidence of research income generation and successful participation in competitive funding proposals (mandatory for Assistant and Associate Professor levels). Demonstrated ability to teach effectively in English; prior teaching experience in English-medium programmes is required. Capacity to supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students and to contribute to curriculum development. Ability to operate independently while contributing to collaborative research and teaching environments. Rank-Specific Expectations: Assistant Professor: Evidence of high-quality publications and clear trajectory toward research leadership. Demonstrated participation in funded projects and strong potential for independent grant acquisition. Associate Professor: Established international research profile with sustained publication record. Proven success in securing competitive research funding and leading research teams or work packages. Experience mentoring junior researchers and supervising doctoral candidates is expected. Key Responsibilities: Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including laboratory components where relevant. Developing externally funded research programmes and leading competitive grant applications. Publishing in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals and conferences. Supervising MSc and PhD students. Contributing to departmental administration and academic leadership activities. Engaging with industry and fostering knowledge transfer and innovation. Applications Procedure: Cover letter outlining suitability for the position and rank. Full Curriculum Vitae including complete list of publications, research funding record, and teaching experience. Research statement (maximum 3 pages) describing past achievements and future funding strategy. Teaching statement (maximum 2 pages). Copies of academic degrees. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to deliver a research presentation and a teaching demonstration. Benefits: Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Support for research development and proposal submission. Opportunities for leadership within strategic research initiatives. For academic inquiries: Professor Dimitris Drikakis, Dean, School of Sciences & Engineering (drikakis.d@unic.ac.cy). For application process inquiries: Ms Irene Koliandri (+357 22 841533; koliandri.i@unic.ac.cy). Candidates must be eligible to work in the European Union / European Economic Area. Department Overview: The Department of Engineering offers BSc degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, and Civil and Environmental Engineering. The Department maintains modern laboratories and research infrastructure supporting areas such as advanced simulation, material testing, IoT systems, telecommunications, electronics, power systems, embedded systems, robotics, and computational modelling. The Department promotes close industry engagement and interdisciplinary collaboration. About the University of Nicosia (www.unic.ac.cy): UNIC is the largest university in Cyprus, with more than 12,500 students from over 100 countries. It is one of the leading comprehensive research-oriented universities in the Mediterranean region, committed to teaching, research and innovation, sustainability, societal engagement, and contribution to culture. The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2025 has placed UNIC among the top 501-600 universities globally.