Robotics - Open Rank Faculty

IU International University of Applied Sciences; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) as a faculty member in the Department of Robotics. This prestigious position involves teaching, mentoring students, and engaging in cutting-edge research on AI technologies. With outstanding resources and a multicultural environment, MBZUAI offers a unique opportunity for academic growth and collaboration in the rapidly evolving field of AI.

Benefits

Top-tier compensation

Funding for groundbreaking research

Comprehensive health and life insurance

Relocation support for international faculty

State-of-the-art AI labs

Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellence in innovative research.
• Interest in mentoring students.
• Strong publication record in robotics or AI-related fields.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Mentoring

Research excellence

Collaboration

Education

PhD in Computer Science or related field

Job description

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

Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence: Academic Affairs Division: Robotics

Location

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Open Date

Mar 24, 2026

Description

Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) is seeking passionate and highly motivated faculty members. Successful candidates will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, mentoring students, contributing to curriculum development, and engaging in interdisciplinary research. Faculty will have the opportunity 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 Department of Robotics is expanding and invites applications at all levels (Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor).

The focus is on rigorous, high-impact, original research emphasizing robot learning (e.g., CoRL) and robot algorithms (e.g., WAFR), rather than hardware development. Research topics include but are not limited to deep learning, control theory, robot manipulation, quadruped locomotion, human-robot interaction, robot-assisted surgery and healthcare, precision agriculture, indoor farming, recycling, and environmental monitoring.

About MBZUAI – A Global Leader in AI Research and Education

MBZUAI is the world’s first university dedicated exclusively to AI and is rapidly emerging as a global leader. Since its establishment in 2020, it has grown into a top-ranked AI institution, hosting over 80 faculty members and 330 graduate students, ranking among the top 10 AI universities worldwide.

With plans to expand from 8 to over 20 AI departments and grow its faculty from 84 to 300 by 2030, MBZUAI is on a fast growth trajectory. The university fosters collaboration between academia, industry, and government to drive AI innovation addressing real-world challenges in healthcare, sustainability, and beyond.

Next academic year, MBZUAI will launch its first undergraduate degree programs and continues to expand its Master’s and PhD programs with new specializations in statistics and data science, computational biology, and human-computer interaction.

Why Join MBZUAI?

• Top-tier compensation: Competitive salaries aligned with leading global academic institutions
• Funding: Resources and academic freedom to foster groundbreaking AI research
• Benefits: Comprehensive health and life insurance, relocation support for international faculty
• Research Facilities: State-of-the-art AI labs and high-performance computing
• Live in Abu Dhabi: Safe city, year-round sunshine, rich culture, modern amenities
• Collaborations: Work with top AI researchers, tech firms, and policymakers

Qualifications

Applicants should have a PhD in Computer Science or a related field, with demonstrated excellence in innovative research and an interest in mentoring students.

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit:

• Research vision and interests statement
• Teaching interests, experience, and philosophy statement
• Publication list
• Contact details for three referees (reference letters from applicants are not accepted; referees will upload their letters via Interfolio)

MBZUAI values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. The university actively recruits faculty worldwide to foster an inclusive environment reflecting diverse cultures and perspectives.

Be part of AI’s future – apply today at MBZUAI!