AI & Data Science Researcher for Mathematical Discovery

New York University; Al Ruways Industrial City; On-site; AED 145,080 - 200,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive employment package including housing and education-related benefits

Access to advanced research infrastructure and facilities

Opportunity to work on foundational AI research

Job summary

New York University Abu Dhabi is seeking a motivated Researcher to join the Center for Interdisciplinary Data Science and AI in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This role focuses on advancing AI systems that support scientific discovery.

Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in mathematics or computer science and have a strong background in machine learning, programming, and collaborative research. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Strong mathematical and computational skills.
• Solid background in machine learning and mathematical reasoning.
• Experience with large language models, reinforcement learning, or multi-agent systems.
• Familiarity with formal proof assistants such as Lean, Coq, or Isabelle.
• Strong programming capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and interdisciplinary research environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research at the intersection of artificial intelligence, data science, and mathematics.
• Contribute to projects in reinforcement learning for reasoning and AI-assisted collaboration.
• Develop and evaluate AI systems that support mathematical and scientific discovery.
• Collaborate with faculty members and interdisciplinary research teams.
• Support problem formulation, experimentation, and validation of research outcomes.
• Document research findings and contribute to publications or technical reports.

Skills

Machine learning and artificial intelligence

Mathematical reasoning and problem solving

Reinforcement learning techniques

Programming and algorithm development

Formal verification concepts

Research analysis and documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in mathematics or computer science

Job description

New York University Abu Dhabi is seeking a motivated Researcher to join the Center for Interdisciplinary Data Science and AI in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This role focuses on advancing AI systems that support scientific discovery.

Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in mathematics or computer science and have a strong background in machine learning, programming, and collaborative research. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.