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Multiple Academic Vacancies at European University Cyprus

European University Cyprus

Application deadline: 4 December 2026

About the Opportunity

European University Cyprus invites applications from candidates with a strong research record as the University continues to strengthen its international standing. Having been included in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings and QS rankings in consecutive years, the University aims to further enhance and maintain its presence in prestigious global rankings.

Successful candidates will benefit from a significant reduction in teaching load from their first year of appointment. The extent of this reduction will depend on the quantity and quality of their Scopus-indexed publications over the past five (5) years.

Available Academic Positions

The School of Dentistry seeks to recruit qualified academics at any academic rank in the following disciplines:

  • Prosthodontics
  • Periodontology
  • Operative Dentistry
  • Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology and Imaging
  • Physiology of the Stomatognathic System
  • Cell Biology and Genetics
  • Histology / Embryology
  • Pathophysiology and General Therapeutics
  • Endodontics
  • Oral Surgery
  • Digital Dentistry (Special Teaching Personnel)
Duties and Responsibilities

As described in the University's Charter and By-Laws.

Required Qualifications, Skills and Competencies
  • Doctoral degree (PhD) in the relevant field, except for the Digital Dentistry position or where applicable Dentistry-specific alternative qualifications are accepted.
  • Dental licence issued by the Cyprus Dental Council, or eligibility to obtain one, for the following disciplines: Prosthodontics, Periodontology, Operative Dentistry, Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology and Imaging, Physiology of the Stomatognathic System, Endodontics and Oral Surgery.
  • Technology-oriented approach
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Fluency in English
  • Very good interpersonal skills
  • Global mindset
  • Student-oriented approach
  • Innovative thinking
  • Teamwork skills
  • Emotional intelligence
Academic and Teaching Experience
  • Lecturer: Substantial evidence of competence in teaching and research.
  • Assistant Professor: At least 3 years of continuous academic and research experience in renowned academic institutions.
  • Associate Professor: At least 8 years of continuous academic and research experience in renowned academic institutions.
  • Professor: At least 12 years of continuous academic and research experience in renowned academic institutions.

Alternative Qualifications for Dentistry

The following qualifications may substitute for a doctoral degree for appointment and promotion in the field of Dentistry. Candidates must satisfy one of the alternative pathways specified for the relevant academic rank.

Lecturer

  1. Holds a Lecturer position or higher academic appointment in a Dentistry specialty at a recognised university; or
  2. Holds a Dentistry degree and a Dentistry specialty, with at least 3 years of professional experience after obtaining the Dentistry degree at a recognised dental school, research institution or tertiary hospital.

Assistant Professor

  1. Holds an Assistant Professor position or higher in a Dentistry specialty at a recognised university, or has held a Lecturer position in such a specialty for at least 3 years; or
  2. Holds a Dentistry degree and a dental specialty, with at least 6 years of professional experience after obtaining the Dentistry degree at a recognised dental school, research institution or tertiary hospital.

Associate Professor

  1. Holds an Associate Professor position or higher in a Dentistry specialty at a recognised university, or has held an Assistant Professor position in such a specialty for at least 4 years; or
  2. Holds a Dentistry degree and a Dentistry specialty, with at least 10 years of professional experience after obtaining the Dentistry degree at a recognised dental school, research institution or tertiary hospital.

Professor

  1. Holds a Professor position in a Dentistry specialty at a recognised university, or has held an Associate Professor position in such a specialty for at least 4 years; or
  2. Holds a Dentistry degree and a Dentistry specialty, with at least 13 years of professional experience after obtaining the Dentistry degree at a recognised dental school, research institution or tertiary hospital.
Application Documents

Applications should include the following:

  • Letter of interest
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Proof of qualifications
  • Two letters of reference (to be submitted by referees upon request)
  • Samples of representative publications
Application Deadline

Friday, 4 December 2026