21 Aug 2026
Job Information
- Organisation/Company: CYPRUS MARINE AND MARITIME INSTITUTE
- Research Field: Engineering » Maritime engineering; Engineering » Mechanical engineering
Offer Description
Organisation Overview
The Cyprus Marine & Maritime Institute (CMMI) is an independent, international Centre of Excellence based in Larnaca, Cyprus, dedicated to advancing marine and maritime science, technology, and innovation. Through its multidisciplinary research ecosystem, CMMI delivers cutting-edge solutions that address real-world challenges across the Blue Economy. The Institute collaborates closely with academia, industry, government, and international partners, actively promoting open, transparent, and merit-based research practices.
Why join CMMI
At CMMI, you will have the opportunity to work on projects that combine research with real-world application, particularly within the growing Blue Economy.
As part of the team, you will:
- Contribute to EU-funded and policy-driven projects addressing governance and sustainability challenges across the Mediterranean region
- Work in an international and multidisciplinary environment alongside researchers, policy experts, and project professionals
- Engage with regional and international stakeholders, including research organisations, public authorities, and institutional partners
- Collaborate with leading universities, research centres, and organisations across Europe and the Mediterranean
- Have access to learning and development opportunities, with room to grow your skills and take initiative
CMMI offers a supportive environment where employees are encouraged to take ownership of their work and contribute to solutions with clear societal and policy impact.
Cyprus also offers a high quality of life, with a safe environment, mild climate, and easy access to both European and international travel.
Centre / Unit
Centre for Naval Architecture, Ocean and Marine Engineering (NAOME)
Job Purpose
The Assistant Scientist - Mechanical/Marine Engineer will support the implementation and development of research, innovation and industry-oriented projects within CMMI’s Marine Technology Division. The role combines engineering and technical activities in areas such as sustainable marine energy systems, marine engines and generator sets, alternative fuels, emissions measurement, sensors and IoT systems, modelling and digital technologies, contributing to the effective delivery and future growth of the Division’s project portfolio.
The position will involve close collaboration with researchers, engineers, administrative teams, industry stakeholders and external partners. Depending on the candidate’s experience, the role may also include funding and tender development activities, including identifying opportunities, developing project concepts, building partnerships and preparing competitive proposals.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Contribute to the design, modelling, testing and evaluation of mechanical, marine and energy systems.
- Support experimental activities involving marine engines, generator sets, alternative fuels, emissions, performance measurement and data acquisition.
- Develop or apply CAD, CFD, digital modelling and engineering analysis methods.
- Integrate sensors, data-acquisition systems and IoT platforms for monitoring marine systems and experiments.
- Analyse technical data and contribute to reports, publications, presentations and project deliverables.
- Monitor relevant EU, national and international funding, tender and collaboration opportunities.
- Work with technical teams to develop project ideas into structured concepts, objectives, methodologies, work packages, tasks, deliverables and expected impacts.
- Support the identification of suitable partners and CMMI’s positioning in emerging consortia and collaborative initiatives.
- Draft and review technical proposal sections and coordinate input from researchers, engineers and external partners.
- Help ensure that proposals are clear, complete and aligned with the relevant call requirements and evaluation criteria.
Minimum Eligibility Criteria (Required Qualifications)
- A BSc or higher degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering or another closely related technical or scientific field. Candidates with a closely related background, including digital engineering or computer science applied to marine systems, may also be considered where they demonstrate strong technical understanding and a successful record in proposal development.
- Experience in one or more of the following areas:
- CAD and CFD modelling;
- Python, MATLAB or other relevant engineering tools;
- marine engines, generator sets or energy systems;
- alternative fuels and emissions measurement;
- sensors, data acquisition, IoT systems or digital twins;
- experimental testing and engineering data analysis.
- Excellent command of written and spoken English.
- Ability to understand technical concepts and communicate them clearly to both specialist and non-specialist audiences.
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience supporting the preparation of research, innovation or technical proposals will be considered an advantage.
- Demonstrable contribution to successful EU, national or international proposals will be considered a strong advantage.
- Experience with programmes such as Horizon Europe, Horizon 2020, Digital Europe, EMFAF, LIFE, CEF, Interreg, EDF or Research and Innovation Foundation programmes will be considered an advantage.
- Experience in opportunity scanning, partner identification, consortium development, proposal coordination or technical bid preparation will be considered an advantage.
- A postgraduate degree and research publication record will be considered advantages but are not mandatory. Candidates will also be assessed on their practical engineering capabilities and contribution to successful proposals.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong analytical and integrative thinking.
- Proactive approach to identifying technical and funding opportunities.
- Strong organisational and teamwork skills.
- Excellent written, oral, graphical and digital presentation skills.
- Ability to work across technical, administrative and external partner teams.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under deadlines.
- Creative and structured approach to problem-solving.
- Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality outputs.
An EU work permit or eligibility to work in Cyprus will be considered an advantage.
Type of Employment
- Full-time
- Fixed-term
- Expected start date: As soon as possible
Benefits Offered by CMMI
- Competitive salary
- Career development and training opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements, where applicable
- Participation in international and EU-funded projects
- Collaboration with national, European, and Mediterranean stakeholders and partners
- Opportunity to contribute to projects with regional and policy impact
Application Procedure (via Exelsys)
Applicants must submit exclusively through Exelsys:
- CV
- Cover letter explaining suitability for the position, relevant technical experience and interest in marine technology. The cover letter should also describe any experience in proposal development, including the candidate’s specific role, the relevant funding programme and, where possible, the outcome of the proposal. Applicants may indicate whether their main strength is technical project implementation, proposal development, or a combination of both.
- Copies of degree certificates and relevant qualifications
- Any additional supporting documents relevant to the position
Selection Process (OTM-R)
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. The selection process may include:
- HR screening
- Evaluation Committee shortlisting
- Competency-based interview
- Technical and/or policy-related interview
- Optional final interview
- Tests and/or scoring exercises, if applicable
Evaluation is based solely on published criteria, following transparent merit-based principles.
Equal Opportunity Statement
CMMI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive fair and unbiased consideration without discrimination on any grounds, including gender, age, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and supportive working environment for everyone.
Important Notices
- Posts remain open for at least 2 weeks
- Shortlisted applicants will be notified once the evaluation process has been completed
- Feedback is available upon request
- Recruitment follows transparent and unbiased procedures
Privacy Notice
Applications will be processed according to the CMMI Privacy Notice for Potential Employees.
Where to apply
Website: https://onlinerecruitment.exelsyslive.com/?c=F42756CA-250D-4329-A94E-AF210B11B864&v=NAOME2026.3
Requirements
- Research Field: Engineering » Maritime engineering
- Education Level: Bachelor Degree or equivalent
- Languages: ENGLISH: Excellent
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available: 1
- Company/Institute: CMMI - CYPRUS MARINE AND MARITIME INSTITUTE
- Country: Cyprus
- City: LARNAKA
- Postal Code: 6023
- Street: VASILEOS PAVLOU SQUARE
Contact
- City: Larnaca
- Website: https://www.cmmi.blue
- Street: Vasileos Pavlou Square
- Postal Code: 6023
- E-Mail: recruitment@cmmi.blue
- Phone: 24506125, 24506122