Post- Doctoral Associate in the Division of Engineering - Dr Tuka Alhanai

European Commission; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the UAE is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to advance research in machine learning. The role involves developing innovative ML algorithms and collaborating on projects that enhance human-computer interaction. Candidates with a PhD and experience in human-centered applications or robotics are encouraged to apply. Competitive terms of employment include housing and educational subsidies.

Benefits

Housing subsidies

Educational subsidies for children

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science or related field required.
• Experience in ML domains like deep learning or human-centered ML.
• Strong publication record in top-tier conferences.

Responsibilities

• Engage in innovative research projects in machine learning.
• Develop novel ML algorithms and enhance human-AI collaboration.
• Work with diverse signal modalities including vision and speech.

Skills

Human-Centered Applications

Assistive / Collaborative Robotics

Multi-Modal ML

Interdisciplinary Applications

Education

PhD in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Python

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Job description

Organisation/Company NEW YORK UNIVERSITY ABU DHABI Research Field Computer science Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Established Researcher (R3) Country United Arab Emirates Application Deadline 19 Jun 2025 - 00:00 (UTC) Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Description

The Laboratory for Computer-Human Intelligence (CHI-lab, https://www.x-labs.xyz ) in the Division of Engineering, New York University Abu Dhabi, is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Associate to advance cutting-edge research in machine learning (ML). Our lab explores the intersection of artificial intelligence, and human-computer interaction, striving to create technologies that amplify human potential.

The successful candidate will engage in innovative research projects in ML, focusing on developing novel ML algorithms, enhancing human-AI collaboration, and exploring systems tailored to dynamic, human-centered environments. They may also work with diverse signal modalities, including vision, speech, images, and physiological signals.

Preferred Experience:

The lab highly values candidates with one or more of the following experiences:

• Human-Centered Applications: Familiarity applying ML in areas like healthcare, education, neuro-robotics, and/or assistive technologies. Prior experience in physiological signal processing (e.g., EMG, EEG, ECG) is an advantage. Familiarity with HCI principles and frameworks, in particular, experience conducting usability studies and designing user-centric AI systems.
• Assistive / Collaborative Robotics: Interest in developing robotic systems for rehabilitation, assistive technology, or neuro-prosthetics, leveraging machine learning to improve precision and adaptability in user interactions. Knowledge of deploying robots in shared workspaces, focusing on safety, cooperation, and efficiency in human-robot teams.
• Multi-Modal ML: Expertise in working with diverse data types, such as vision, speech, images, and physiological signals. Experience integrating multiple modalities to build robust AI systems is an advantage
• Interdisciplinary Applications:Leveraging LLM / VLMs for interdisciplinary problems, such as: AI-driven scientific discovery, automating hypothesis generation in finance / natural sciences / physical sciences, enhancing collaborative workflows in complex organizational settings.

Qualifications:

• Applicants must have a PhD in Computer Science or related field.
• Experience in one or more ML domains, such as deep learning, reinforcement learning, or human-centered ML.
• Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python) and ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch), with evidence in the form of public (Github) repository.
• Excellent abilities in communication, teamwork, and mentorship.
• Strong publication record in top-tier conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, CHI, CVPR).

For consideration, applicants need to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae with full publication list, statement of research interests and two letters of reference, all in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email Prof. Tuka Alhanai at [e-mail] .

The terms of employment are very competitive and include housing and educational subsidies for children. Applications will be accepted immediately and candidates will be considered until the position is filled.

About NYUAD:

NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science 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 portal campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, one in which the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia 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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