Assistant / Associate Professor in Robotics Physical AI - Manipulation
Join a world-leading AI university in Abu Dhabi to advance research in robotic manipulation, planning, and control.
Best for:Best for robotics researchers with a focus on physical AI, manipulation, and human-robot interaction.
Overview
The Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) is seeking faculty at the Assistant or Associate Professor level to join the Robotics Area within the Division of Computing and Mathematical Sciences. The successful candidate will focus on research in manipulation, planning, and control for physical AI, with an emphasis on human-robot interaction and integration with physical robotic platforms. Faculty members are expected to contribute to high-quality instruction, curriculum development, and student mentorship while engaging in interdisciplinary collaborations. This role offers the opportunity to work within a state-of-the-art research environment supported by significant resources and industry partnerships.
What you'll do
- Conduct innovative and impactful research in robotics and physical AI.
- Deliver high-quality instruction at the graduate level.
- Mentor and supervise students in their research projects.
- Contribute to the development and enhancement of the academic curriculum.
- Collaborate with industry partners, government agencies, and other research institutions.
- Participate in the university's innovation ecosystem and strategic initiatives.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a closely related field.
Language: English
Instruction: English
Publications: List of key publications and Google Scholar H-Index required.
- Demonstrated excellence in conducting innovative and impactful research.
- Expertise in robotic manipulation, planning, and control.
- Experience with physical robotic platforms.
- Passion for mentoring and teaching students.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2027-06-30 (America/New_York)
Interested candidates should submit their application materials through the provided portal. Ensure all required documents, including research and teaching statements and a list of key publications, are included. Referees will be contacted via Interfolio to provide letters of recommendation.
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- Teaching statement
- List of key publications
- 3-5 representative research papers
- 3 reference letters
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