Department: Research / Research Office No. Of Positions: 1 (one) Project Manager Reporting Line : Head of Research Office Supervisory duties: May supervise one or more Project Officer personnel Contract type: An initial two-year employment contract will be offered with the possibility for renewal. Full Time basis Location: CYENS Centre of Excellence, Nicosia, Cyprus Indicative Annual Gross Salary Range: €30,000 – €45,000. The salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience, and suitability for the role. Probation Period: 6 (six) months Preferred Start Date: July / August 2026, or as soon thereafter. Application Deadline: 30th of August 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The Opportunity CYENS is seeking a Research Project Manager to support the growing portfolio of funded research projects. The successful candidate will coordinate project activities, reporting, financial monitoring, stakeholder engagement and service delivery, ensuring successful implementation of project objectives. Key Responsibilities: To manage projects effectively, to ensure quality throughout the process and timely delivery To define scope and expected deliverables, determine success metrics and track against milestones To assist in preparing reports and deliverables and to manage changes to the projects’ scope schedule and cost when necessary To monitor risks proactively, drive prioritisation, balance business needs versus constraints and take mitigation actions and contingency plans To develop affectively presentations and materials to communicate project status To organise and participate in the preparation of research and innovation grants at national and European levels and to have a role in dissemination activities Carries out duties assigned by management, complying with company policies, procedures, training requirements, quality standards, and performance objectives, and undertakes any other related responsibilities as required. Skills and Competencies The ideal candidate will have: Excellent organisational skills and ability to multitask in a high-pressure work environment. High level of communication and interpersonal skills and ability to adapt to a multicultural/multinational environment. Ability to work independently, take initiative and follow up proactively with multiple stakeholders. Key requirements Essential Requirements University Degree (Bachelor’s Degree or Degree of a level equivalent to Bachelor’s Degree) or Diploma or Certificate or other study title or qualifications in a field relevant to the Centre's activities. Master’s degree in a field relevant to the Centre's activities or another relevant field is considered an advantage. At least 3 years of relevant professional experience. Experience in an academic, research or innovation organisation will be considered an advantage. Strong understanding of EU project management, reporting, deliverables, milestones, consortium coordination and compliance requirements. Language requirements: Excellent written and oral English-language skills are essential. Strong drafting skills for reports, minutes, formal correspondence and project documentation. Very good command of MS Office tools, especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint. For non-EU applicants a work permit will be required Desired Qualifications The following will be considered an advantage: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in project management, European studies, business administration, public administration, education, digital technologies, engineering, social sciences. Knowledge of Greek language. Familiarity with EU Funding & Tenders Portal reporting processes. Knowledge of the Cypriot research, innovation and business ecosystem. Certification in Project Management or equivalent (e.g. PMP, Prince2).