Job Description

Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) is looking for passionate and highly motivated faculty. The successful candidates will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, mentoring students, contributing to curriculum development, and actively engaging in interdisciplinary research. Faculty members will also have the opportunity to collaborate with leading AI researchers, work on cutting-edge projects, and contribute to the university's growth as a hub for AI excellence.

The Department of Computer Science is expanding and aims to grow to 15-20 faculty members over the coming yearWe invite candidates at all levels (Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor) to apply, in areas including, but not limited to the following

• Computer systems
• Databases
• Theoretical computer science
• Security
• Programming languagesand compilers
• Software engineering
• Networking
• Embedded systems
• Computer graphis/visualization

About MBZUAI – A Global Leader in AI Research and Education

MBZUAI is the world’s first university dedicated exclusively to AI and is rapidly emerging as a global leader in the field. Since its establishment in 2019, MBZUAI has grown into a top-ranked AI institution, currently hosting 84+ world-class faculty and 330+ graduate students and ranking among the top 10 AI universities worldwide.

With ambitious plans to expand from 8 to over 20 AI departments and grow its faculty from 84 to 300 by 2030, MBZUAI is on a fast-track growth trajectory. By integrating academia, industry, and government collaboration, we are driving AI innovation to address real-world challenges in healthcare, sustainability, and beyond.

Why Join MBZUAI?

• Top-Tier Compensation: Competitive salaries aligned with leading global academic institutions
• Funding: MBZUAI empowers researchers with resources and academic freedom, fostering groundbreaking AI advancements in an environment of innovation and independent inquiry.
• Exceptional Benefits:
  • Comprehensive health & life insurance
  • Relocation support for international faculty
• State-of-the-Art Research Facilities: Cutting-edge AI labs and high-performance computing
• Live in Abu Dhabi: World’s safest city, year-round sunshine, rich culture, and modern amenities
• Industry & Government Collaborations: Work with top AI researchers, leading tech firms, and policymakers

Qualifications

This position requires a PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field. Candidates should have demonstrated excellence in conducting innovative and impactful research, andpassionformentoring students.

Application Instructions

To apply for this position, please submit the following items:

•Cover Letter

•Curriculum Vitae, including a full publication list

•Research Statement

•Teaching Statement

•Name and contact details for at least3-5 referees (5 for associate/full professor candidates). These reference requests will be generated immediately once you submit your application, or if these letters have already been submitted to your Interfolio Dossier, they will be immediately attached to your application.

Candidates in Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Robotics, Computational Biology, Human-Computer Interaction, and Data Science should apply to our dedicated departments in these areas; see their job postings on our website:https://careers.mbzuai.ac.ae/faculty/