Precision and Personalized Medicine - Open Rank Faculty Positions

IU International University of Applied Sciences; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading artificial intelligence university in Abu Dhabi seeks passionate faculty members at all levels to join the rapidly growing School of Digital and Public Health. Successful candidates will deliver instruction, mentor students, and engage in groundbreaking research, contributing to the university's mission as a global AI hub. With competitive salaries, research funding, and vibrant life in Abu Dhabi, this is a unique opportunity for those looking to shape the future of AI.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Research funding

Comprehensive health and life insurance

Relocation support

State-of-the-art facilities

Qualifications

• Record of impactful research.
• Interest in mentoring students.
• Experience in interdisciplinary collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality instruction and mentorship.
• Engage in interdisciplinary research.
• Contribute to curriculum development.

Skills

Research

Mentoring

Curriculum Development

Education

PhD in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Precision and Personalized Medicine - Open Rank Faculty Positions

MBZUAI is an open invitation to the world to collaborate on AI at a leading artificial intelligence university in a thriving, innovative environment.

Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence: Academic Affairs Division: School of Digital and Public Health

Location

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Open Date

Jan 17, 2026

Description

MBZUAI is seeking passionate and highly motivated faculty members at all levels (Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor). Successful candidates will deliver high-quality instruction, mentor students, contribute to curriculum development, and engage in interdisciplinary research. Faculty 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 School of Public Health is expanding, aiming to grow to 60 faculty members over the next 3-4 years. It focuses on research at the intersection of Genomics, Personalized Medicine, Epidemiology, and AI. Key initiatives include the Human Phenotype Project, a large-scale cohort study utilizing multi-omic profiling and advanced AI models to discover biomarkers and develop predictive models for disease onset and progression. Research areas include:

• Computational and Systems Biology
• Medical and Health Informatics
• Multi-omics and Data Analysis
• Population Cohort and EHR Analysis
• Biomedical Imaging

The Department of Precision and Personalized Medicine aims to transform patient care through biomarker discovery, clinical translation, AI-driven therapeutic design, and personalized diagnostics. Faculty will have access to unique datasets like the Human Phenotype Project to develop predictive models and targeted interventions.

MBZUAI is a global leader in AI research and education, established in 2020, now hosting over 80 faculty members and 330 students, ranked among the top 10 AI universities worldwide. The university plans to expand significantly by 2030, fostering collaboration across academia, industry, and government to address real-world challenges.

Benefits include competitive salaries, research funding, comprehensive health and life insurance, relocation support, state-of-the-art facilities, and a vibrant life in Abu Dhabi. The university is committed to diversity and inclusion, actively recruiting internationally.

Qualifications require a PhD in Computer Science or a related field, with a record of impactful research and interest in mentoring students.

To apply, submit a research statement, teaching philosophy, publication list with H-Index, and contact details for three referees via Interfolio. MBZUAI is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse community.

Join us in shaping the future of AI—apply today!