Provost - Elite Academic Leader in Abu Dhabi

MBZUAI (Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence); Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance to the UAE

Education support for dependent child(

Comprehensive medical insurance for候級

Annual travel benefits

Job summary

MBZUAI, the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence, seeks a Provost to serve as its chief academic administrator. The Provost will translate the President’s vision into academic structure, governance, and operational practice, building the infrastructure for excellence and scale.

Ideal candidates bring senior leadership at research universities, a strong scholarly reputation, and a global outlook to engage with institutions, governments, and industry partners worldwide.

Qualifications

• Senior academic leadership experience at a research-intensive university.
• Proven track record in governance and academic quality enhancement.
• Global outlook with experience representing a university with governments and industry.

Responsibilities

• Build governance, resource allocation, and policy frameworks for MBZUAI.
• Lead faculty development, research administration, and cross-disciplinary programs.
• Drive growth and academic excellence during rapid institutional expansion.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Governance

Academic policy

Stakeholder management

Education

PhD or equivalent

Job description

MBZUAI, the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence, seeks a Provost to serve as its chief academic administrator. The Provost will translate the President’s vision into academic structure, governance, and operational practice, building the infrastructure for excellence and scale.

Ideal candidates bring senior leadership at research universities, a strong scholarly reputation, and a global outlook to engage with institutions, governments, and industry partners worldwide.