Offer Description The General Secretariat for Research and Innovation (Ministry of Development) is seeking a senior research scientist to take up the full-time position of the Director of the National Center for Social Research (EKKE) Required qualifications: An internationally established record of publications, presentations in international conferences, chapters in books etc in his/her scientific field, proved ability to develop and coordinate research activities and their prospective applications into thriving sectors, to attract funding and to be active in the dissemination of knowledge. His/her scientific/research experience and expertise should be relevant to the advertised position. He/she should not exceed 63 years of age on the day of the submission of his/her application for the said position. EU applicants should have a fair knowledge of the Greek language. The director is appointed by the Minister of Development. The appointment is for a period of four (4) years. Before submitting your application, please consult the full and detailed announcement with all required qualifications and supporting documents at the following link: https://gsri.gov.gr/prokiryxi-plirosis-thesis-diefthynti-tou-ethnikou-kentrou-koinonikon-erevnon-e-k-k-e-3/ Deadline: Closing date for applications is Thursday 10 September 2026 (post-marked) Contact information Send your candidacy to: General Secretariat for Research and Innovation (GSRI) Postal address: 14-18 Messogion Av., 115 27 Athens, Greece Contact Person: Mrs K. Damouraki, t el.: +30 21 3 1300 020, e-mail: k.damouraki@gsri.gov.gr