PHAETHON-Centre of Excellence

09/09/2026

📢 Now Hiring: Post-Doctoral Researcher

🌞 The PV Technology Laboratory of Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου | University Of Cyprus and PHAETHON CoE invite applications for one (1) full-time Special Scientist (Research) at post-doctoral level, contributing to research programmes focused on the advanced characterisation, performance, and ageing of photovoltaic (PV) devices and emerging PV technologies.

🔬 Research Focus

The successful candidate will contribute to research addressing key challenges facing next-generation PV technologies, including:

🔸 Advanced characterisation of PV devices & technologies
🔸 Indoor and outdoor performance & ageing testing
🔸 Metastability, long-term stability & field reliability
🔸 Analysis of laboratory & field measurement data
🔸 Development of standardised measurement protocols for emerging PV technologies

🛠️ Key Responsibilities

🔸 Design, execute, and optimise experiments for PV device characterisation & ageing
🔸 Analyse large datasets from laboratory & field measurements using statistical and other analytical methods
🔸 Develop measurement protocols for next-generation PV technologies
🔸 Prepare peer-reviewed publications, technical reports & conference presentations
🔸 Engage with industry & academic partners to translate research findings into practical applications
🔸 Contribute to research project implementation and management, including monitoring milestones & deliverables
🔸 Support the supervision and mentoring of graduate students & research assistants

🎓 Required Qualifications

🔸 PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
🔸 Proven research experience in photovoltaics or solar energy systems
🔸 Fluency in written & spoken English (equivalent to C1 level)

➕ Additional Skills & Qualifications

🔸 Experience with PV characterisation equipment & accelerated ageing testing
🔸 Programming skills, particularly in Python, and/or experience with semiconductor physics simulation tools
🔸 Previous participation in relevant national or European research-funded projects
🔸 Ability to work effectively in a collaborative research environment

🗓 Deadline for Applications: Wednesday, 30 September 2026

📧 Apply via email: [email protected]
✉️ Subject line: PVLAB2026SS-06 Application

🔗 More information:
https://www.ucy.ac.cy/hr/wp-content/uploads/sites/253/2026/09/2026-PVLAB_PVLAB2026SS-06.pdf

💡 Join PHAETHON CoE and the University of Cyprus in advancing the science and technology needed to bring next-generation PV technologies closer to reliable, real-world deployment and commercialisation.

09/09/2026

📢 Now Hiring: Part-Time Special Scientist (Researcher) | Energy Training and Programme Development

💻 The PV Technology Laboratory of Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου | University Of Cyprus and PHAETHON CoE invite applications for one (1) part-time Special Scientist (Researcher) to support the design and implementation of a centralised data platform integrating information from multiple existing databases into a harmonised, user-friendly repository. The platform will provide a single access point for researchers and end users, enabling data retrieval and visualisation through tools such as Grafana.

🔬 Focus Areas

The successful candidate will contribute to:

🔸 Database design & data modelling
🔸 Integration & harmonisation of multiple databases
🔸 Data migration, processing & automation
🔸 ETL processes & structured data management
🔸 Data visualisation & dashboard development
🔸 User interfaces & database infrastructure

🛠️ Key Responsibilities

🔸 Liaise with PV Technology team to establish database requirements
🔸 Design and implement the new database architecture
🔸 Develop programmes for database migration and integration
🔸 Parse text-based files and import data into the new database
🔸 Design & implement a graphical user interface
🔸 Support server configuration & database hosting

🎓 Required Qualifications & Skills

🔸 Master’s degree or current enrolment in the final (4th) year of a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Informatics, or a related field
🔸 Strong knowledge of SQL & relational databases
🔸 Programming skills in Python for data processing & automation
🔸 Knowledge of database design & data modelling
🔸 Experience with ETL processes & data harmonisation
🔸 Experience connecting & integrating multiple databases
🔸 Basic knowledge of REST APIs, e.g. FastAPI or Flask
🔸 Familiarity with Git

➕ Additional Skills & Qualifications

🔸 Knowledge of Grafana, dashboards, or data visualisation tools
🔸 Strong analytical, problem-solving & communication skills

🗓 Deadline for Applications: Wednesday, 30 September 2026

📧 Apply via email: [email protected]
✉️ Subject line: PVLAB2026SS-07

💼 Part-time position | Six-month contract | Possibility of extension
⏱️ Up to 30 working hours per month

🔗 More information:
https://www.ucy.ac.cy/hr/wp-content/uploads/sites/253/2026/09/2026-PVLAB_PVLAB2026SS-07.pdf

💡 Join PHAETHON CoE and the University of Cyprus in building the data infrastructure needed to make research data more accessible, connected, and valuable for future analysis and innovation in sustainable energy.

09/09/2026

📢 Now Hiring: Administrative Support Staff | Part-Time or Full-Time

📋 The PV Technology Laboratory of Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου | University Of Cyprus and PHAETHON CoE invite applications for one (1) Special Scientist (Administrative Support Staff) position, offered on a part-time or full-time basis, supporting research projects, events, communications, and the effective operation of a dynamic research environment.

📌 Focus Areas

The successful candidate will contribute to:

🔸 Administrative & operational support for research activities
🔸 Research communication & dissemination
🔸 Project websites & social media management
🔸 Coordination of meetings, events, workshops & trainings
🔸 Digital & physical document management

🛠️ Key Responsibilities

🔸 Support research communication & dissemination, including managing project websites & social media channels
🔸 Provide administrative support to Lab staff
🔸 Maintain & organise internal digital and physical documents, files & records
🔸 Support preparation of agendas, minutes, invitations, correspondence & other administrative documents
🔸 Support planning & delivery of meetings, events, workshops & trainings, with logistics
🔸 Handle photocopying, scanning, filing & other administrative tasks
🔸 Support research project activities in line with internal procedures and national & European requirements

🎓 Required Qualifications

🔸 Bachelor’s degree from a recognised higher education institution in any field, minimum grade 2.1 or equivalent
🔸 At least two (2) years of experience in an administrative or operational support role
🔸 Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook
🔸 Excellent knowledge of Greek & English, written & spoken

➕ Additional Skills & Qualifications

🔸 Qualifications in Administration, Secretarial, or Business Administration
🔸 Strong organisational skills & attention to detail
🔸 Excellent communication & interpersonal skills
🔸 Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
🔸 Experience supporting funded research programmes, including European or national projects
🔸 Experience managing social media & disseminating research activities & results

🗓 Deadline for Applications: Wednesday, 30 September 2026

📧 Apply via email: [email protected]
✉️ Subject line: PVLAB2026SS-08

💼 Part-time or full-time | One-year contract | Possibility of renewal

🔗 More information:
https://www.ucy.ac.cy/hr/wp-content/uploads/sites/253/2026/09/2026-PVLAB_PVLAB2026SS-08-1.pdf

💡 Join PHAETHON CoE and the University of Cyprus in supporting people, projects & activities that drive research excellence and innovation in sustainable energy.

21/08/2026

👥 PHAETHON CoE – EMMENA Embassy Outreach | Chairman Meets Ethiopia’s Ambassador to Advance Regional Energy R&I Cooperation 🇪🇹🌍

On 11 August 2026, Prof. Constantinos Christofides, Chairman of the PHAETHON CoE Board of Directors, met with H.E. Ms. Demitu Hambisa Bonsa, Ambassador of Ethiopia to Cyprus, to explore opportunities for collaboration in sustainable energy research and innovation. 🤝💡

The meeting took place as part of PHAETHON CoE’s ongoing EMMENA Embassy Outreach initiative, which is building connections with diplomatic missions and research communities across the Eastern Mediterranean, Middle East and North Africa.

With the valuable assistance of the Honorary Consul of Ethiopia in Cyprus, Mr. Harry Anagnostaras-Adams, and Mr. Yiannos Georgiades, General Secretary and Permanent Representative of the Ethiopian Honorary Consulate in Cyprus, the discussion explored opportunities for cooperation with Ethiopian universities, research institutions and other organisations — including joint research projects, access to research infrastructure, and training and educational exchanges.

🌍 At the centre of these efforts is the EMMENA Sustainable Energy Research and Innovation Platform, which aims to connect researchers, universities, innovation organisations and other stakeholders across the region, creating new opportunities for joint initiatives, knowledge exchange, and regional collaboration.

🗓 A key next step will be the PHAETHON CoE Founding Workshop on 9–10 November 2026 in Cyprus, bringing together representatives from universities and research institutions across the EMMENA region to identify shared priorities, explore opportunities for collaboration, and help shape the future activities of the Platform.

We are pleased that H.E. the Ambassador expressed interest in the initiative and in staying connected with future PHAETHON CoE projects and activities, including the upcoming Founding Workshop.

Building bridges between research communities across the region is an important part of advancing sustainable energy and accelerating the clean energy transition. 🌱⚡

18/08/2026

| Technician – Renewable Energy & Telecommunications ⚡📡

📢 The PHAETHON Centre of Excellence at the University of Cyprus is seeking a Renewable Energy & Telecommunications Technician to support technical operations through field inspections, measurements, and testing of renewable energy systems and mobile telecommunications networks across Cyprus.

This is a field-based technical role involving travel to customer and project sites, operation of specialised measurement equipment, and direct support to engineers during inspections, testing, and commissioning activities.

➡️ Key Responsibilities
🔹 Conduct inspections and technical measurements of renewable energy systems
🔹 Perform measurements and testing on mobile telecommunications networks
🔹 Install and configure field monitoring equipment
🔹 Collect, record, and report technical data
🔹 Assist engineers during site visits, inspections, and commissioning activities
🔹 Carry out basic maintenance and troubleshooting of technical equipment
🔹 Maintain accurate field records and measurement reports
🔹 Follow technical procedures, quality standards, and health and safety requirements

✅ Required Qualifications
▪ Secondary School Diploma or Technical School qualification
▪ Good computer skills
▪ Valid Category B driving licence
▪ Willingness to travel frequently throughout Cyprus

Basic knowledge of electrical engineering, previous electrical or technical fieldwork experience, or experience with renewable energy systems, telecommunications networks, or technical measurement equipment will be considered an advantage.

💼 What we offer
▪ Gross annual salary of €18,000–€30,000, depending on qualifications and experience
▪ 13th salary
▪ 21 days of paid annual leave
▪ Flexible working arrangements, where operationally feasible
▪ Provident Fund Scheme
▪ Professional development & training opportunities
▪ International, multidisciplinary, and inclusive working environment

The position reports to the Infrastructure & Engineering Director and offers the opportunity to contribute to technical activities supporting renewable energy and telecommunications projects across Cyprus.

📌 Apply here →
https://www.phaethon.ucy.ac.cy/job/technician-renewable-energy-telecommunications/

🗓️ Application Deadline: 30 September 2026

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18/08/2026

| Technician – Renewable Energy Laboratory ⚡🔬

📢 The PHAETHON Centre of Excellence at the University of Cyprus is seeking a Renewable Energy Laboratory Technician to support the installation, operation, maintenance, and testing of laboratory equipment and renewable energy systems.

This is a laboratory-based technical role supporting researchers and engineers in experiments, testing activities, prototype development, and the safe and efficient operation of PHAETHON’s renewable energy laboratory facilities.

➡️ Key Responsibilities
🔹 Install, operate, and maintain laboratory equipment and testing facilities
🔹 Support laboratory experiments and testing procedures
🔹 Install, inspect, and maintain PV systems and other renewable energy installations
🔹 Assist with electrical testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and minor repairs
🔹 Support research projects through prototype installation and technical assistance
🔹 Collect and record technical measurements and testing data
🔹 Assist engineers and researchers during laboratory and field experiments
🔹 Follow laboratory health and safety procedures

✅ Required Qualifications
▪ Diploma or Technical School qualification in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Systems, or a related field
▪ Electrical Installer Licence issued by the Electromechanical Services Department (EMS)
▪ Valid Category B driving licence
▪ Good knowledge of Greek and basic knowledge of English

Experience with PV systems, renewable energy technologies, laboratory equipment, electrical testing, installations, or troubleshooting will be considered an advantage.

💼 What we offer
▪ Gross annual salary of €18,000–€30,000, depending on qualifications and experience
▪ 13th salary
▪ 21 days of paid annual leave
▪ Flexible working arrangements
▪ Provident Fund Scheme
▪ Professional development & training opportunities
▪ International, multidisciplinary, and inclusive working environment

The position reports to the Infrastructure & Engineering Director and offers the opportunity to contribute directly to PHAETHON’s research and technical activities in sustainable energy systems.

📌 Apply here →
https://www.phaethon.ucy.ac.cy/job/technician-renewable-energy-laboratory/

🗓️ Application Deadline: 30 September 2026

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31/07/2026

⭐ Triple Horizon Europe Success for PHAETHON CoE

We are proud to announce a landmark result in the latest Horizon Europe Twinning call, securing funding to coordinate three new Twinning projects under the WIDERA programme.

This achievement is particularly significant given the highly competitive nature of the call, with the three projects selected from more than 1,900 proposals submitted from across Europe.

Together, the projects will bring more than €2 million in Horizon Europe funding to PHAETHON CoE, enabling us to strengthen our research excellence, deepen collaboration with nine leading European universities and research organisations, and contribute to addressing key challenges in the energy transition.

👏👏 Congratulations to our Principal Investigators and to everyone across the Centre whose expertise, dedication and collaborative spirit contributed to the preparation of these successful proposals.

We also extend our sincere thanks to our European partners for their trust, collaboration and shared commitment to research excellence. Together, we look forward to strengthening research capacity, fostering lasting scientific collaboration, and delivering meaningful impact through these exciting new projects. 🤝

Read more on our website:
https://www.phaethon.ucy.ac.cy/phaethon-coe-to-coordinate-three-horizon-europe-twinning-projects/

15/07/2026

🌍🏙️ Το Κέντρο Αριστείας ΦΑΕΘΩΝ είναι περήφανο που συμμετέχει ενεργά στις δράσεις του ευρωπαϊκού έργου MUNICIPAL, σε συνεργασία με τον Δήμο Λευκωσίας, το Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου και τους υπόλοιπους εταίρους του έργου, με στόχο την ανάπτυξη της νέας γενιάς διαλειτουργικών ψηφιακών διδύμων πόλεων.

Μέσα από αυτή τη σημαντική ευρωπαϊκή συνεργασία, εργαζόμαστε από κοινού για την αξιοποίηση καινοτόμων τεχνολογιών και δεδομένων, ενισχύοντας τη δημιουργία πιο έξυπνων, βιώσιμων και αποδοτικών αστικών υπηρεσιών.

Το MUNICIPAL υποστηρίζει την εξέλιξη των ψηφιακών υποδομών των πόλεων, ενισχύοντας τη λήψη αποφάσεων βάσει δεδομένων και υποστηρίζοντας τη βελτίωση τομέων όπως η κινητικότητα, η ενεργειακή αποδοτικότητα, ο πολεοδομικός σχεδιασμός και η διαχείριση δημόσιων πόρων.

🤝 Μαζί με το Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου | University Of Cyprus, Δήμος Λευκωσίας - Nicosia Municipality και τους ευρωπαίους εταίρους του έργου, συμβάλλουμε έμπρακτα στη διαμόρφωση πιο συνδεδεμένων και βιώσιμων πόλεων του μέλλοντος.

#ΈξυπνεςΠόλεις #ΨηφιακόςΜετασχηματισμός

🌍🏙️ Η Λευκωσία κάνει ακόμη ένα σημαντικό βήμα προς το μέλλον!

Ο Δήμος Λευκωσίας συμμετέχει ως βασικός εταίρος στο ευρωπαϊκό έργο Municipal, με στόχο την ανάπτυξη της νέας γενιάς ψηφιακών διδύμων πόλεων. Μέσα από τη συνεργασία με κορυφαίους ευρωπαϊκούς οργανισμούς, η πόλη μας θα αξιοποιήσει καινοτόμες τεχνολογίες για πιο έξυπνες, βιώσιμες και αποδοτικές δημοτικές υπηρεσίες.

Η πρωτοβουλία θα συμβάλει στη βελτίωση της κινητικότητας, της ενεργειακής απόδοσης, του πολεοδομικού σχεδιασμού και της διαχείρισης των δημόσιων πόρων, με επίκεντρο πάντα τον πολίτη.

💡 Με τη συμμετοχή της στο έργο Municipal, η Λευκωσία ενισχύει τον ψηφιακό της μετασχηματισμό και επιβεβαιώνει τον ενεργό της ρόλο στις ευρωπαϊκές πρωτοβουλίες για έξυπνες και βιώσιμες πόλεις.

10/07/2026

🔔 Cyprus Electricity Market — Eight Months On ⚡
📉 Lower prices in May 2026 — but Cyprus continues to record higher wholesale electricity prices than most European markets.

The latest PHAETHON Electricity Market Report examines how growing PV generation, record Forward Market activity, and the structural characteristics of Cyprus's electricity system shaped market outcomes during May 2026.

📊 Key insights:
💶 Average Day-Ahead Market (DAM) price: 153.80 €/MWh — the second-lowest monthly average since market launch.
📈 Volume-Weighted Average Price (DWAP): 206.96 €/MWh — remaining well above the average DAM price despite the decline in monthly prices.
⚡ Zero-price events: Recorded on all days except 3 May, driven by strong midday PV generation and relatively low demand.
🔥 Evening price peaks: MCP reached 262 €/MWh, as conventional generation met demand after renewable output declined.
⚡ Forward Market (FM): Average traded volume reached 126.99 MWh — highest since market launch.
🌞 Generation mix: Conventional generation fell to its lowest DAM level since launch, while PV continued to suppress midday prices.

🔎 New in this report:
🌍 First comparison with European electricity markets, highlighting that Cyprus continues to record substantially higher wholesale electricity prices than most interconnected European markets despite lower prices in May.
📊 Expanded analysis of market dynamics, showing how Forward Market commitments, renewable generation and electricity demand jointly determine Day-Ahead Market outcomes.

🗣 “The May results highlight an increasingly mature market, where growing PV generation is delivering more frequent low- and zero-price periods and contributing to the second-lowest average market price since launch. At the same time, the analysis confirms that structural characteristics of the Cypriot electricity system continue to keep wholesale prices well above most European markets, while record FM activity points to the growing importance of forward trading in electricity price formation,” notes Dr Andreas Kyprianou, Associate Professor at UCY, Member of PHAETHON CoE, and co-author of the report.

📘 Download the full PHAETHON Electricity Market Report — May 2026 here:
👉 https://www.phaethon.ucy.ac.cy/phaethon-analyses-eighth-month-of-competitive-electricity-market-lower-prices-record-forward-trading-in-may-2026/

💡 Eight months into Cyprus's competitive electricity market, wholesale prices are becoming increasingly responsive to renewable generation. At the same time, the findings reinforce the importance of storage, system flexibility and continued market development.

Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου | University Of Cyprus | Danmarks Tekniske Universitet - DTU | University of Groningen | Cyprus Seeds

11/06/2026

👥 PHAETHON CoE – EMMENA Outreach | Chairman Meets Researchers from Qatar University to Advance Regional Energy R&I Cooperation

On 9 June 2026, Prof. Constantinos Christofides, Chairman of the PHAETHON CoE Board of Directors, held a productive meeting with researchers from the College of Engineering and the Gas Processing Center (GPC) of Qatar University. 🤝🌍🇶🇦

The meeting marks a deepening of PHAETHON CoE’s EMMENA outreach initiative through engagement with leading academic and research institutions across the region. Organised with the valuable assistance of the Embassy of the State of Qatar in Nicosia, the meeting was coordinated by Dr. Mohammed Al-Rayess, Director of Planning and Research Coordination at the Research and Innovation Sector of Qatar University, and Prof. Ibnelwaleed A. Hussein from the College of Engineering and GPC. ⚡🔬

Prof. Christofides presented the Centre’s vision, mission, and key activities, highlighting the importance of establishing a Sustainable Energy Research and Innovation Platform for the EMMENA region, coordinated by PHAETHON CoE.

The initiative aims to bring together universities and R&I institutions across the EMMENA region, with Cyprus serving as a hub for dialogue and cooperation. It will support joint research, innovation, training, educational activities, researcher exchanges, and collaborative studies addressing common challenges in sustainable and green energy. 🏛️💡

A number of senior researchers from the Gas Processing Center participated in the meeting and presented their research interests and activities, opening discussions on potential areas of collaboration within the framework of the proposed EMMENA Platform.

Later this year, PHAETHON CoE will organise a regional workshop in Cyprus with representatives from universities, research institutions, and other stakeholders from across the EMMENA region to explore collaboration opportunities and define clear next steps for the EMMENA Platform. Researchers from Qatar University were invited to participate in the workshop and contribute to the development of the initiative.

✅ The participants welcomed the initiative and expressed their interest in exploring opportunities for collaboration and supporting the development of a regional framework for research and innovation cooperation in sustainable energy.

Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου | University Of Cyprus | Danmarks Tekniske Universitet - DTU | University of Groningen | Cyprus Seeds