Post-Doctoral Associate in the Division of Science Mathematics - Dr Mostafa Sabri

New York University; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established academic institution seeks a postdoctoral associate to engage in cutting-edge research in Mathematical Physics and related fields. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with leading experts and contribute to innovative projects. The successful candidate will enjoy a supportive environment with access to seminars and mobility credits for conferences. With competitive terms of employment, including housing and educational subsidies for children, this position promises to be both rewarding and impactful. If you are passionate about mathematics and eager to explore new frontiers in research, this opportunity is tailored for you.

Benefits

Housing subsidies

Educational subsidies for children

Mobility credit for conferences

Qualifications

• PhD in Mathematics or related field with strong background in advertised topics.
• Excellent academic record and willingness to collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on Mathematical Physics, Quantum Chaos, and related areas.
• Collaborate with international experts and participate in seminars.

Skills

Mathematical Physics

Spectral Theory

Quantum Chaos

Large Graphs

Quantum Walks

Quantum Information

Collaboration with mathematicians

Education

PhD in Mathematics

PhD in Physics

PhD in Computer Science

Job description

The Mathematics Program in the Science Division New York University Abu Dhabi seeks to recruit a postdoctoral associate to work on one or more of the following topics: Mathematical Physics, Spectral Theory, Quantum Chaos, Large Graphs, and Quantum Walks. Related areas such as Quantum Information can also be considered. This position is offered through the research funds of Mostafa Sabri.

The Mathematics Program at NYUAD is quickly expanding; the candidate will find many international experts and postdocs with whom to interact. Weekly seminars are in place across the various research areas represented at NYUAD. The successful applicant will also receive a mobility credit to participate in conferences.

Applicants must have a PhD in Mathematics with a strong background in one of the advertised topics as well as an excellent academic record. Candidates with PhDs in Physics or Computer Science may also be considered if they are willing to collaborate with mathematicians on these topics.

For consideration, applicants need to submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae with a full publication list, a research statement, a transcript, and at least two letters of reference, all in PDF format. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed twice. In the first interview, the candidate will give a talk summarizing earlier research. The second interview will be to discuss a research project in collaboration with Mostafa Sabri around the aforementioned topics. Candidates are advised to reflect upon such collaborations and include them in the research statement before applying.

The duration of the postdoc is for 2 years with a probation period of 6 months. The starting date is flexible but most likely to be in Fall 2025. If you have any questions, please email Mostafa Sabri.

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 NYU Abu Dhabi:

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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UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.