Robotics - Open Rank Faculty

University of Antwerp; Abu Dhabi; On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MBZUAI is seeking passionate faculty for the Department of Robotics to enhance their teaching and research capacity. The role includes mentoring students, delivering quality education, and contributing to cutting-edge interdisciplinary research. Join a leading AI institution renowned for its research excellence and collaborative atmosphere in Abu Dhabi.

Benefits

Comprehensive health & life insurance

Relocation support for international faculty

State-of-the-art research facilities

Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellence in AI research.
• Interest in mentoring students.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality instruction and mentoring.
• Contribute to curriculum development and research.

Skills

Innovative research

Mentoring students

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 multic...

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 looking for passionate and highly motivated Faculty. The successful candidates will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, mentoring students, contributing to curriculum development, and actively engaging in interdisciplinary research. Faculty members will also 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 we invite candidates at all levels (Assistant, Associate and Full Professor) to apply.

The Department of Robotics focus is on rigorous, high-impact, original research emphasizing robot learning, (eg CoRL) and robot algorithms (eg WAFR) rather than development of new robot hardware. Research topics include but are not limited to deep learning, control theory, robot manipulation, quadruped locomotion, HRI, robot-assisted surgery and healthcare, precision agriculture and indoor farming, recycling, and environment and infrastructure 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 in the field. Since its establishment in 2020, MBZUAI has grown into a top-ranked AI institution, currently hosting 80+ world-class faculty and 330+ graduate students and ranking among the top 10 AI universities worldwide.

With ambitious 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-track growth trajectory. By integrating academia, industry, and government collaboration, we are driving AI innovation to address real-world challenges in healthcare, sustainability, and beyond.

To further this vision, MBZUAI is launching its first Undergraduate (Bachelor’s) degree programs next academic year and is actively hiring Teaching Faculty. Meanwhile, our Master’s and PhD programs continue to expand, introducing new specializations inStatistics and DataScience,ComputationalBiology, andHuman-ComputerInteraction.

Why Join MBZUAI?

• Top-Tier Compensation: Competitive salaries aligned with leading global academic institutions
• Funding: MBZUAI empowers researchers with resources and academic freedom, fostering groundbreaking AI advancements in an environment of innovation and independent inquiry.
• Exceptional Benefits:
  • Comprehensivehealth & life insurance
  • Relocation supportfor international faculty
• State-of-the-Art Research Facilities: Cutting-edge AI labs and high-performance computing
• Live in Abu Dhabi:World’s safest city, year-round sunshine, rich culture, and modern amenities
• Industry & Government Collaborations: Work with top AI researchers, leading tech firms, and policymakers

Qualifications

This position requires a PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field. Candidates should have demonstrated excellence in conducting innovative and impactful research, and an interest in mentoring students.

Application Instructions

To apply for this position, please submit the following:

• Statement of research vision and interests
• Statement of teaching interests, experience, and philosophy
• List of publications
• Name and contact details for three referees (reference letters from applicants will not be accepted, each referee will be contacted to upload their reference letter via Interfolio).

MBZUAI's mission includes fostering a diverse academic community. MBZUAI is an equal opportunity employer. The university actively recruits faculty from around the world, aiming to create an international and inclusive environment that reflects a wide range of cultures and perspectives.

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

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