Computer Science - Open Rank Faculty Positions

European Commission; United Arab Emirates; On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence is seeking passionate faculty members in Computer Science. Candidates will have the opportunity to deliver instruction, mentor students, and conduct cutting-edge research in a rapidly growing institution dedicated to AI.

Benefits

Top-tier compensation with competitive salaries

Comprehensive health & life insurance

Relocation support for international faculty

State-of-the-art research facilities

Collaboration opportunities with top researchers

Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellence in research required.
• Strong passion for mentoring students is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality instruction and mentor students.
• Contribute to curriculum development and engage in research.
• Opportunities for collaboration with leading AI researchers.

Skills

Research excellence

Mentoring

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

PhD in Computer Science or closely related field

Job description

MOHAMED BIN ZAYED UNIVERSITY OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

Organisation/Company: MOHAMED BIN ZAYED UNIVERSITY OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

Research Field: Computer Science

Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2), First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country: United Arab Emirates

Application Deadline: 30 Jun 2026 - 00:00 (UTC)

Type of Contract: Permanent

Job Status: Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? No

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Description

Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) is seeking passionate and highly motivated faculty members. Successful candidates will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, mentoring students, contributing to curriculum development, and engaging in interdisciplinary research. Faculty members will have opportunities to collaborate with leading AI researchers, work on cutting-edge projects, and contribute to the university's growth as a hub for AI excellence.

The Department of Computer Science is expanding and aims to grow to 15-20 faculty members over the coming year. We invite candidates at all levels (Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor) to apply, in areas including but not limited to:

• Computer systems
• Databases
• Theoretical computer science
• Security
• Programming languages and compilers
• Software engineering
• Networking
• AI-driven computing
• Energy-efficient computing and sustainable AI

About MBZUAI – A Global Leader in AI Research and Education

MBZUAI is the world’s first university dedicated exclusively to AI and is rapidly emerging as a global leader. Since its establishment in 2019, it has grown into a top-ranked AI institution, hosting over 80 faculty members and 330+ graduate students, ranking among the top 10 AI universities worldwide.

With plans to expand from 8 to over 20 AI departments and grow its faculty from 84 to 300 by 2030, MBZUAI is on a fast growth trajectory. It fosters collaboration between academia, industry, and government to drive AI innovation addressing challenges in healthcare, sustainability, and beyond.

Why Join MBZUAI?

• Top-tier compensation with competitive salaries
• Funding: Resources and academic freedom to foster groundbreaking AI research
• Benefits: Comprehensive health & life insurance, relocation support for international faculty
• State-of-the-art research facilities including AI labs and high-performance computing
• Living in Abu Dhabi: Safe city, year-round sunshine, rich culture, modern amenities
• Opportunities for collaboration with top researchers, tech firms, and policymakers

Qualifications

PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field. Demonstrated excellence in research and a passion for mentoring students are required.

Application Instructions

Please submit:

• Research and teaching statements
• List of publications and Google Scholar H-Index
• Contact details for at least three referees (referees will be contacted during recruitment for reference letters)

Number of offers available: 1

Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates