Post-Doctoral Associate in the the Center for Interacting Urban Networks CITIES - Mobility them[...]

New York University; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to join their dynamic team focused on urban mobility research. This role involves engaging in interdisciplinary studies that address the complexities of multimodal transportation systems and the integration of new vehicle technologies. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside leading experts, contributing to impactful projects that aim to enhance urban systems and promote sustainable solutions. This position not only offers a chance to delve into cutting-edge research but also to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, making a tangible difference in the urban landscape of Abu Dhabi and beyond.

Qualifications

• PhD in engineering, computer science, urban science, or related field required.
• Experience in transportation and urban science is essential.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to interdisciplinary research on urban mobility and transportation systems.
• Collaborate with researchers on various center themes.

Skills

Communication Skills

Computational Skills

Data Management Skills

Scientific Creativity

Education

PhD in Engineering

PhD in Computer Science

PhD in Urban Science

Job description

The Center for Interacting Urban Networks New York University Abu Dhabi seeks to recruit a Postdoctoral Researcher to contribute to interdisciplinary research centered on the Mobility theme. The theme is closely linked to one of NYU Abu Dhabi's key research impact areas outlined in the Excellence 2030 Strategic Framework: Urban Systems. Specific research areas within the mobility theme include monitoring, modeling, and controlling the operations of multimodal transportation systems, new vehicle technologies, urban mobility research at the intersection of traditional traffic flow theory and data science, the impact of cybersecurity on transportation systems, and more.

Applicants must have received a PhD in engineering, computer science, urban science, or a related field. Experience in transportation, in particular related to urban science, is required. Additionally, excellent communication skills in English, great computational and data management skills, as well as scientific creativity are essential.

The position will also require the ability to collaborate with other researchers on other center themes such as Fairness and Uncertainty and contribute to a comprehensive understanding of urban systems.

For consideration, applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, and contact information for referees who may be contacted through the selection process. The research statement should outline the specific project(s) that the candidate would like to lead within CITIES and potential collaborators with the Center. If you have any questions, please email us at.

Evaluations will start immediately until the role is filled. The earliest start date for this position is December 1st, 2024.

About The Center for Interacting Urban Networks (CITIES):

The NYUAD's Center for Interacting Urban Networks (CITIES) is an interdisciplinary research center dedicated to advancing urban science and promoting cutting-edge research that is translated into practical real-world solutions for the benefit of society. Our mission is to establish a vibrant and globally recognized knowledge hub for urban networks, bridge the gap between scientific significance and practical value, and further develop the human capital to propel the city of Abu Dhabi and the UAE into a more prosperous and sustainable future. CITIES leverages the expertise of faculty members from the four Divisions of NYUAD and world-renowned scientific collaborators from multiple institutions within and beyond the NYU Global Network, as well as local stakeholders and private companies across the UAE and abroad.

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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UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.