Τitle: Project Support Specialist

Vacancies : One (1) 

Category: Contract (12-month contract with option to renew)

Where: University of Cyprus, Nicosia

The Research and Innovation Support Service of the University of Cyprus is accepting applications for (1) vacant position of Project Support Specialist on a full-time basis for the financial monitoring of the University’s research projects funded by external and internal sources.

TERMS

The position is full-time (38 hours/week) and will last for 12 months, with the possibility of renewal for another 12 months, based on performance. The gross monthly salary will be €1,569.32 (contributions to various State Funds and any Income Tax will be deducted from this amount in accordance with applicable legislation. Gross salary includes a 13th month salary).

OBLIGATIONS

The following tasks will be performed under the direct supervision of the Research Support Coordinator and the general supervision of the Head of the Research and Innovation Support Service:

  1. Monitoring the progress of the implementation of the budget for research projects funded either by external or internal funding
  2. Guidance to Principal Investigators on financial management issues for internally and/or externally funded research projects/chairs/start-up grants
  3. Conducting all relevant checks for the preparation of Financial Reports to Funders, including entries on various platforms
  4. Preliminary eligibility check of expenses based on the regulations of the respective funding program and the internal regulations of the University of Cyprus
  5. Study of contracts, in particular the financial terms of Research Projects/Chairs/Start-up Funding/
  6. Preparation and provision of information to external auditors and the internal auditor of the University and/or other body acting as auditor
  7. Communication with funding agencies for handling financial matters related to research projects
  8. Study of practical decisions (Council, Senate, Rector’s Council, Research Committee, Finance and Tenders Committee, etc.) and actions based on them
  9. Preparation of reports and analyses requested by the University leadership or external bodies
  10. Entering accounting entries into the University of Cyprus’ software systems
  11. Any other duties assigned to him/her by the Head of the Service.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

University degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or a related field.

Previous relevant experience in financial management of research projects will be considered an advantage, especially in an academic institution.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

  • Very good organizational, administrative, and communication skills
  • Teamwork skills
  • Very good knowledge of Greek and English
  • Computer skills, particularly good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
  • Integrity, judgment, responsibility, initiative, and sound judgment

APPLYING

Interested parties are requested to submit the following information:

  1. Complete CV in Greek or English
  2. Copies and detailed transcripts of academic qualifications

iii. Names and contact details of at least two persons from whom references may be sought

Interested parties are invited to submit the above to the following email address [email protected] till November, 12 2025. 

For further information, please contact Ms. Maria Theodosiou at 22-894087 or via email at [email protected].

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