Research Engineer- Biomedical Science

Deadline: Closed Positions

Title: Special Scientist for Research (Research Engineer)
No. of positions: One (1)
Category: Employment contract
Location: University of Cyprus, Nicosia, Cyprus

The KIOS Research and Innovation Center of Excellence at the University of Cyprus announces one (1) Special Scientist for Research (Research Engineer) position, focusing on Biomedical Science, for full-time or part-time employment. The successful candidate will conduct research and development activities within the context of research and innovation, as well as provide technical and research support in the area of Information and Communication Technologies with emphasis on the monitoring, control and security of critical Infrastructure systems.

Who we are:
The KIOS Research and Innovation Center of Excellence is the largest research center at the University of Cyprus and in 2017 was upgraded to a European Research Center of Excellence through the KIOS CoE Teaming project. Currently, the Center employs more than 180 people who are supported by externally funded research and innovation projects. The KIOS CoE operates in a diverse environment as an equal opportunity employer.

What we do:
KIOS provides an inspiring environment for carrying out top level research and innovation in the area of Information and Communication Technologies, with emphasis on the Monitoring, Control and Security of Critical Infrastructures. Such infrastructures include power and energy systems, water networks, transportation networks, telecommunication networks, cybersecurity and emergency management and response. The Center instigates interdisciplinary interaction and promotes collaboration between industry, academia, and research organizations in high-tech areas of global importance.

Why work at KIOS:
You will have the opportunity to work on various high-profile projects with great impact on society, not only on a local but also on a global scale.
In KIOS we strive to create a multicultural, diverse and inclusive workplace and we strongly support the continuous personnel evolvement and development, both personally and professionally, to fulfill your long- term goals. We offer internal and external professional training, covering both technical and soft skills.

Job Details
The successful candidate will be responsible for actively contributing to a project focused on real-time intelligent monitoring and patient assessment for Traumatic Brain Injury survivors. The candidate will assist with patient data analytics involving multimodal data from video and audio sources, taking part in developing data fusion and machine learning algorithms to drive predictive modeling and event detection capabilities.
• Develop Python scripts and algorithms for emotion classification.
• Develop and implement data fusion and machine learning algorithms.
• Manage and optimize real-time data processing and streaming technologies.
• Evaluate the performance of developed algorithms and models.
• Prepare reports and project deliverables.
• Contribute to research publications by documenting methodology, results, and findings.

Profile of the ideal candidate:
• Attention to detail
• Problem solver
• Team player
• Reliable and trustworthy
• Able to adapt in a fast-paced dynamic environment
• Have good communication, organizational and self-management skills
• Very good knowledge of the English language

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, and/or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Science, Computer Science, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Proficiency in Python programming.
• Experience in signal processing and data science and/or biomedical engineering will be considered an advantage.

Employment Terms:

The position is on a contract basis, and a one-year contract will be offered to the successful candidate. The gross monthly salary depends on the candidate’s qualifications and experience and will be between €1500 – €2500. From this amount, employee contributions to the Cyprus government funds will be deducted. A 13th salary bonus is incorporated in the monthly salary. Maternity leave will be granted based on Maternity Protection Law 1997(Ν.100(Ι)/1997), and the existing amendment laws.

Application:
Interested candidates should submit the following items online through the link:
https://applications.ucy.ac.cy/recruitment

• Cover letter explaining the interest of the applicant in pursuing a career at the KIOS CoE, along with employment availability date.
• Short summary of prior work experiences, activities, and accomplishments (can be combined with the cover letter) (2 pages maximum).
• A detailed curriculum vitae in English or in Greek.
• Copies of transcripts of BSc/MSc/PhD or other degree(s).
• Copy of English language certificate.
• Identify at least two referees that can provide reference letters.

The applications should be submitted as soon as possible, but not later than Friday, 1st of December 2023, at 5 pm. The evaluation of the applications will begin immediately. Candidates will be informed of the result of their application by the KIOS CoE.

The University of Cyprus shall collect and process your personal data according to the provisions of the General Regulation on Personal Data 2016/679 (EU).

The University of Cyprus (UCY) is committed to promoting inclusivity, diversity, and equality, as well as the elimination of all forms of discrimination in order to provide a fair, safe, and pleasant environment for the entire university community, where students and staff members will feel supported both in their professional and personal development, within and beyond their multiple identities. To this end, UCY seeks to create the necessary conditions that will encourage and respect diversity and ensure dignity both in the workplace and society at large. Moreover, UCY has adopted specific policies to promote equal opportunities, as well as respect and understanding of diversity, while it is committed to promoting and maintaining a working, teaching, and learning environment, free from any form of discrimination, whether direct or indirect.

For more information, please contact the KIOS Center of Excellence, by phone at +357 22893460 or via e-mail at [email protected].