Job Vacancy: Post-Doctoral Researcher in Social & Economic Studies / Proposal Support

Post-Doctoral Researcher in Social & Economic Studies / Proposal Support 

This full-time, high-impact role acts as the official project coordinator, driving the strategic non-technical and non-pedagogical aspects of our research lifecycle. The focus is on policy alignment, ensuring high social and economic impact, successful dissemination, and securing future funding continuity under the IDEK framework. 

Job Title 

Postdoctoral Researcher (IDEK Coordinator) in Social & Economic Studies and Project Strategy 

Required Background 

A Ph.D. completed within the last 5 years in Sociology, Economics, Political Science, Public Policy, or Science, Technology, and Society (STS) Studies. 

Core Expertise 

Candidates must demonstrate strength in the following areas: 

  • Policy Analysis & Impact Evaluation: Expertise in qualitative and quantitative research methods to perform rigorous policy analysis, socio-economic impact assessment, and beneficiary feedback studies. 
  • EU Funding Strategy: Deep understanding of EU/Cypriot funding mechanisms (specifically RIF), including the ability to research future calls and strategically align project outputs with funding priorities. 
  • Dissemination & Exploitation: Proven ability to coordinate communication, public relations, and stakeholder engagement activities, ensuring project results reach both academic and non-academic audiences. 
  • Project Management: Excellent skills in project reporting, administrative documentation, and ensuring full compliance with RIF requirements. 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Project Coordination & Compliance: Serve as the official project coordinator, overseeing the administrative and reporting phases and ensuring strict compliance with all RIF/IDEK contractual requirements. 
  • Impact and Policy Alignment: Design, implement, and lead the social/economic impact assessment, providing policy recommendations based on project outcomes and societal relevance. 
  • Proposal Development: Actively research, identify, and write specialized text (e.g., Dissemination, Exploitation, Impact, and Policy sections) for future EU and national funding proposals. 
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Manage communication, public relations, and stakeholder activities to maximize project visibility and uptake. 

Essential Skills 

  • Demonstrated experience in contributing to successful research proposals (EU or national funding is mandatory). 
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, especially in synthesizing complex project results for diverse audiences. 
  • Proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., SPSS, R, qualitative tools, or similar platforms used for economic/social modeling). 
  • High level of organizational skill and attention to detail required for project coordination.