Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) in Statistics and Data Science
Join MBZUAI’s Statistics and Data Science Area to advance rigorous statistical foundations for AI and machine learning.
Best for:Best for established researchers with a PhD in Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field, seeking a tenure-track position to advance statistical theory and its applications in AI.
Overview
This tenure-track Assistant Professor position at Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) in Abu Dhabi focuses on the intersection of statistics, machine learning, and data science. The successful candidate will contribute to cutting-edge research in areas such as statistical learning theory, high-dimensional statistics, causal inference, and AI interpretability. The role involves teaching, mentoring students, curriculum development, and collaborating with industry and government partners to solve real-world challenges. MBZUAI offers a dynamic environment with state-of-the-art facilities, funding, and opportunities for interdisciplinary innovation in AI-driven solutions.
What you'll do
- Develop and deliver high-quality instruction in statistics and data science courses
- Mentor and supervise students at both undergraduate and graduate levels
- Contribute to curriculum development and academic program enhancement
- Conduct cutting-edge research in statistical foundations of machine learning and AI
- Collaborate with industry partners, government agencies, and research institutions
- Publish research findings in top-tier academic journals and conferences
- Participate in interdisciplinary projects integrating statistical innovation with decision sciences, healthcare, and computational biology
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Statistics, Computer Science, or a closely related field (or expected completion by Fall 2027)
Language: English; proficiency required for academic and professional communication
Instruction: English
Publications: Three most significant publications from the past five years, including Google Scholar h-index
- Proven expertise in statistical theory and its applications in machine learning
- Experience in computational methods for large-scale data analysis
- Strong publication record in top-tier academic venues
- Teaching experience at the university level
- Ability to conduct interdisciplinary research
- Collaborative mindset for industry and government partnerships
- Open to all nationalities
- No specific residency or age restrictions mentioned
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2027-06-30 (America/New_York) · open until filled
Submit a cover letter, CV, statement of research vision, statement of teaching interests, list of three most significant publications with Google Scholar h-index, and three reference letters or referee contact details via the application portal.
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of research vision and interests
- Statement of teaching interests, experience, and philosophy
- List of three most significant publications from the past five years with Google Scholar h-index
- Reference letters or name and contact details for three referees
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