Junior Research Scientist in Cybersecurity Policy and Governance
Conduct advanced multidisciplinary research in cybersecurity policy, governance, and human factors at NYU Abu Dhabi.
Best for:Best for early-career researchers with a background in cybersecurity policy, law, or human-centric security seeking an international academic setting.
Overview
The Center for Cyber Security at New York University Abu Dhabi invites applications for a Junior Research Scientist position to investigate cybersecurity policy, governance, law, and human or psychological aspects of security. The successful candidate will perform empirical or policy research, author publications for top-tier venues, and contribute to research communication and institutional outreach. The role operates within a vibrant multidisciplinary team consisting of faculty, postdoctoral researchers, graduate students, and undergraduates. The appointment provides competitive compensation along with relocation and dependent education support in a world-class academic environment.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent and collaborative research in cybersecurity policy, governance, law, or human-centric security aspects.
- Draft research articles and submit findings to top-tier academic conferences and peer-reviewed journals.
- Contribute to research communication and dissemination activities of the Center for Cyber Security.
- Support relationship building and engagement initiatives with industrial and governmental entities.
- Assist in organizing center activities, workshops, and cybersecurity competitions.
- Mentor and support undergraduate and graduate students involved in center projects.
Requirements
Degree required: BSc or MSc in Cybersecurity, Cyber Law, Societal Computing/HCI, Science and Technology Studies, Information Systems, Public Policy, or a related field
Language: English; excellent written and spoken proficiency
Instruction: English
Publications: Record of or potential for publishing in top-tier conferences and journals
- Demonstrated academic background in cybersecurity policy, law, governance, or human-centric security
- Strong foundation in qualitative and/or quantitative research methodologies
- Proven ability to write and publish research in academic venues
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Capacity to work both independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
- Candidates holding an MSc must have less than 5 years of relevant experience
- Emirati candidates are encouraged to apply in line with local regulations
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-12 · open until filled
Applicants must submit all required application documents in PDF format through the designated career portal or via email. Ensure the cover letter explicitly mentions the specific research topic of interest and the position title. Incomplete applications lacking required documents will not be reviewed.
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Transcript of degree(s)
- Research statement
- 3 reference letters
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