Artist-in-Residence in the Center for Genomics and Systems Biology CGSB

New York University; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier research university in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Artist-in-Residence to collaborate with scientists on various research programs. The position, starting September 1, 2025, welcomes applications from artists; candidates must submit a CV, an artist statement, and a portfolio by November 15, 2024. This role aims to foster innovative thinking at the intersection of art and science.

Qualifications

• A strong portfolio that reflects recent artistic work and projects.
• An artist statement detailing previous projects.
• Ability to collaborate with scientists on research.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with scientists on CGSB-related research programs.
• Contribute to the artistic and scientific dialogue through events.

Job description

Open Call for Artists!

The Center for Genomics and Systems Biology (CGSB) at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) is announcing the third round of the Artist-in-Residence Program and is welcoming applications from artists to fill a one-year position starting September 1, 2025.

The NYUAD CGSB was established in 2012 to develop a world-class research environment at NYUAD and in the UAE. The CGSB includes a diverse array of research programs focused on two main areas: Biomedicine and Health, and Environmental Adaptation and Sustainability. The CGSB encourages and promotes scientific and cultural interactions by hosting events such as lectures, workshops, and Science Cafés, facilitating the exchange of ideas and knowledge between program participants and the community. The Artist-in-Residence program extends this effort by bringing together scientists and artists to collaborate, communicate, interact, and learn, fostering creative thinking that drives innovation. The selected artist is expected to collaborate with scientists on one or several of the CGSB-related research programs.

To be considered, please submit the following documents before November 15, 2024:

1. A curriculum vitae
2. An artist statement, including a brief description of previous projects (500 words)
3. A portfolio in PDF format with images or web links reflecting recent work

If you have any questions, please send your inquiries to [contact email or instructions].

To learn more about the Center for Genomics and Systems Biology, visit the NYUAD CGSB website.

About NYUAD

NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and sciences undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York, and NYU Shanghai form the backbone of NYU's global network university, an interconnected network of campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility for students and faculty. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, where the intellectual and creative endeavors are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation, and sharing through its academic, research, and creative activities.

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UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply