Assistant / Associate Professor Faculty Positions in Robotics Physical AI - Manipulation

MBZUAI (Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence); Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 400,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Health & life insurance

Competitive salaries

World-class facilities

Job summary

MBZUAI in Abu Dhabi invites applications for assistant/associate professor positions in robotics focusing on manipulation, planning, and control for physical AI. The role emphasizes connecting research with human-robot interaction and integrating with physical robotic platforms.

Responsibilities include high-quality instruction, mentoring students, and curriculum development; opportunities for collaboration with leading AI researchers and industry/government partners.

Qualifications

• PhD required in Robotics or a related CS/Engineering field.
• Excellence in innovative and impactful research.
• Mentoring students and contributing to teaching excellence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality instruction and mentoring to students.
• Contribute to curriculum development and program growth.
• Collaborate with AI researchers and industry/government partners on research and teaching.

Education

PhD in Robotics or related field in Computer Science or Engineering

Job description

Computing and Mathematical Sciences Division - Assistant/Associate Professor Faculty Positions in Robotics Physical AI - Manipulation

Deadline

Jun 30, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description

The Robotics Area within the Division of Computing and Mathematical Sciences at MBZUAI invites applications for a faculty position focused on manipulation, planning, and control for physical AI. We seek candidates whose research connects these areas with human-robot interaction and integrates with physical robotic platforms. We encourage interdisciplinary collaboration across AI, robotics, and related fields. Faculty members will have opportunities to collaborate with industry partners, government agencies, and research institutions to address challenges in physical AI and develop solutions with real-world impact.

The successful candidate willbe responsible fordelivering high-quality instruction, mentoring of students, contributing to curriculum development, and will alsohave the opportunity tocollaborate with leading AI researchers.We are seeking faculty at Assistant / Associate Professor Levels.

Mohamed bin Zayed University of ArtificialIntelligence (MBZUAI) is a world-leading university dedicated to advancing AI as a global force for good. The UAE's visionary leaders established MBZUAI to educate and develop top talent, conduct advanced research, foster aninnovationecosystem, and act as a strategic think tank for the public and private sectors.

The University attracts world-class thinkers and doers in computer science, AI, bioscience, humanities and beyond. Our groundbreaking academic research initiatives are developing future solutions that willimpactthe world and change the way we imagine things.

Why Join MBZUAI?

• Top-Tier Compensation: Competitive salaries aligned with leading global academic institutions
• Funding: MBZUAI empowers researchers with resources and academic freedom, fostering groundbreaking AI advancements in an environment of innovation and independent inquiry.
• Exceptional Benefits:
  • Comprehensivehealth & life insurance
  • Relocation supportfor international faculty
• BuildState-of-the-Art Research Facilities:Cutting-edgeAI labs and high-performance computing
• Live in Abu Dhabi:World's safest city, year-round sunshine, rich culture, and modern amenities
• Industry & Government Collaborations: Work with top AI researchers, leading tech firms, and policymakers

Qualifications

This position requires a PhD in Robotics or a related field in Computer Science or Engineering. Candidates should havedemonstratedexcellence in conducting innovative and impactful research, andpassionformentoring students.