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The Division of Science at NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) invites applications for tenured / tenuretrack openrank faculty positions within its Computer Science Program. The search will prioritize candidates who specialize in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning including but not limited to areas such as deep learning natural language processing computer vision reinforcement learning ethical/trustworthy AI and interdisciplinary applications of AI/ML in various domains. We welcome applicants whose research advances the theoretical foundations of AI/ML and/or explores novel methodologies and transformative applications that address realworld challenges.
Multidisciplinary research and exceptional teaching in a highly diverse and inclusive campus community are hallmarks of the Universitys mission. Faculty within the Program of Computer Science at NYUAD are highly collaborative and pursue cuttingedge research that is very interdisciplinary. Their internationally renowned research projects are in fields that include but are not limited to: artificial intelligence; big data; bioinformatics; computational sciences; cybersecurity; humandata interaction; information and communication technologies for development; machine learning natural language processing; software engineering and analysis and theoretical computer science.
There are many collaboration opportunities within the research centers which include the Center for Cyber Security the Center for Interacting Urban Networks (CITIES) the Center for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (CAIR) the Center for Quantum and Topological Systems as well as with faculty in NYU New Yorks Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences and Tandon School of Engineering.
Available openings are at the Assistant Associate and Full Professor rank (tenured/tenuretrack). Applicants should hold a PhD and demonstrate an outstanding track record for their career stage in both research and teaching. This includes having publications in leading peerreviewed journals or conferences as well as experience in or the potential to lead research projects and secure research funding. As part of a multiyear hiring plan we are interested in excellent candidates from Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning but may also consider other areas of Computer Science including but not limited to the fields where we have current strengths.
Successful candidates will receive a generous startup package as well as renewable research funding to hire research assistants and postdocs and will also have access to internal funding. Additional research support includes access to highperformance computing facilities.
The prudent fusion of science and other academic disciplines at NYUAD has resulted in the creation of stateoftheart interdisciplinary research centers and core technology platforms in which questions are answered and problems tackled by scientists of international distinction.
About NYU Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi is the first comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in the Middle East to be operated abroad by a major American research university. Times Higher Education ranks NYU among the top 30 universities in the world making NYU Abu Dhabi the highestranked university in the UAE and MENA region. NYU Abu Dhabi has integrated a highly selective undergraduate curriculum across the disciplines with a world center for advanced research and scholarship. The university enables its students in the sciences engineering social sciences humanities and arts to succeed in an increasingly interdependent world and advance cooperation and progress on humanitys shared challenges. NYU Abu Dhabis highachieving students have come from over 120 countries and speak over 100 languages. Together NYUs campuses in New York Abu Dhabi and Shanghai form the backbone of a unique global university giving faculty and students opportunities to experience varied learning environments and immersion in other cultures at one or more of the numerous studyabroad sites NYU maintains on six continents.
NYUAD is committed to building and strengthening a universitywide culture of inclusion diversity belonging and equity (IDBE) which is fundamental to the Universitys commitment to excellence. Visit our website for more information on NYUADs commitment to IDBE and how these values are fundamental to our mission.
Students are drawn from among the worlds best. They are bright intellectually passionate and committed to building a campus environment anchored in mutual respect understanding and care. The NYUAD undergraduate student body has garnered an impressive record of scholarships graduateschool admissions and other global honors. Graduate education is an area of growth for the University; the current graduate student population of over 100 students is expected to expand in the next decade as doctoral programs are developed.
Working for NYUAD
At NYUAD we recognize that Abu Dhabi is more than where you work; its your home. In order for faculty/academic staff to thrive we offer a comprehensive benefits package. This starts with a generous relocation allowance; educational assistance for your dependents; access to health and wellness services; and more. NYUAD is committed to faculty/academic staff success throughout the academic trajectory providing support for ambitious and worldclass research projects and innovative interactive teaching approaches. Support for dualcareer families is a priority. Visit our website for more information on benefits for you and your dependents.
This position requires a Ph.D. in Computer Science or other related fields.
We seek applicants who have or have the potential to develop a strong record of scholarship and have the ability to conduct and develop highquality research.
Employment Type
Full Time
