Open Rank Faculty Positions in Statistics and Data Science
Join MBZUAI as an open rank faculty member in Statistics and Data Science to advance probabilistic foundations of machine learning.
Best for:Best for established scholars and researchers with a PhD in statistics or computer science and a strong focus on statistical learning theory or AI-driven applications.
Overview
The Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence invites applications for open rank faculty positions in Statistics and Data Science within the Humanities, Social and Management Sciences Division. The role focuses on statistical and probabilistic foundations of machine learning, high-dimensional statistics, causal inference, and uncertainty quantification. Appointed faculty will deliver high-quality instruction, mentor students, and contribute to curriculum development while pursuing independent research. Candidates will find abundant opportunities to collaborate with industry partners, government agencies, and fellow researchers in Abu Dhabi.
What you'll do
- Deliver high-quality academic instruction and lectures in statistics and data science courses.
- Mentor undergraduate and graduate students in their academic and research pursuits.
- Contribute actively to curriculum development and academic program design.
- Pursue innovative research at the intersection of statistical theory and artificial intelligence.
- Establish interdisciplinary collaborations with industry partners, policymakers, and research institutions.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Statistics, Computer Science, or a closely related field
Language: English proficiency for teaching and research
Instruction: English
Publications: Record of high-impact publications demonstrating significant contributions to statistics or machine learning
- Demonstrated expertise in statistical learning theory or high-dimensional statistics
- Strong publication record in top-tier venues relevant to statistics or machine learning
- Proven ability to teach and mentor students at the university level
- Experience conducting independent and collaborative academic research
- Open to applicants at all academic levels including Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2027-06-30 (America/New_York)
Prepare your application materials including a cover letter, CV, research and teaching statements, and publication list. Submit your application and arrange for three reference letters to be uploaded through the designated portal.
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- Teaching statement
- List of significant publications
- Reference letters
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