CARDET is the largest independent, non-profit research and development organisation in Cyprus with a strong presence in Europe and the region. If you want to make an impact and are interested in working for a purpose driven organisation, we would like to hear from you as we expand our team with new opportunities.

CARDET is interested in hiring experienced Researchers who will be responsible for facilitating and executing research projects in the education sector. We are looking for high calibre individuals who demonstrate the following attributes:

  • Excellent writing skills
  • Strong communication skills
  • Fluency in English. An ability to communicate in Greek would be an advantage
  • Pleasant personality with excellent collaboration & teamwork skills
  • Resilience and agility
  • Good organizational and time management skills
  • Good team coordination skills
  • Creative mind, patterned with problem solving ability
  • Willingness to learn and take initiative

Main Duties and Responsibilities of the role

  • Prepare research proposals, grant applications, and tenders
  • Conduct literature reviews and prepare reports
  • Conduct fieldwork research (interviews, survey research, observations, focus groups)
  • Prepare data collection instruments, collect and analyze data
  • Facilitate the organization of workshops and dissemination activities
  • Design courses for face-to-face, blended, and online delivery
  • Develop reports, project outputs, training material
  • Deliver trainings in certain areas of expertise
  • Manage projects and offer administrative support for research projects
  • Prepare and deliver project presentations
  • Coordinate research, projects, and teams to successfully complete deliverables
  • Travel abroad for project meetings, events, and conferences.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Education or other related field
  • Previous experience with research design and implementation in a similar position is essential
  • Demonstrable knowledge in any of the following domains:
    • Literacy education
    • School Psychology
    • STEAM Education
    • Education for Sustainable Development
  • A proven track record of successful project implementation
  • A Masters and/or PhD in related field would be considered an asset

Interested individuals are kindly asked to complete an application form and submit an up-to-date CV, cover letter indicating their expertise and samples of their work (in both Greek and English if available) to the Hiring Committee by September 30th, 2023 through the following link.

The positions will remain open until they are filled.
Due to the large number of applications we receive, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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CARDET is an HR Award winning, equal opportunities, disability confident, employer of choice. We are committed to safeguarding and are against all forms of sexual abuse and exploitation. To be considered for one of our positions, shortlisted applicants must complete a self- declaration form to confirm they have never been subject to sanctions (disciplinary, administrative or criminal), provide the contact details of at least 2 work related referees and certificates of clear criminal records by the Cyprus Police and be willing to provide samples of their work (writing or other relevant work).