Statistics and Data Science - Open Rank Faculty

Karlstad University; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 257,000 - 441,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading AI university as a faculty member in Statistics and Data Science. Contribute to advanced research, mentor students, and collaborate with top researchers. This position offers a vibrant academic environment with support for innovative projects in statistics and data science.

Benefits

Collaborative research opportunities

Diverse academic environment

Cutting-edge project support

Qualifications

• Expected completion of PhD by Fall 2025.
• Expertise in machine learning and interdisciplinary applications encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in Statistics and Data Science.
• Mentor graduate students and shape curriculum.
• Engage in interdisciplinary research projects.

Skills

Statistical theory

Machine learning

Interdisciplinary research

Education

PhD in Statistics or related field

Job description

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Statistics and Data Science - Open Rank Faculty

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: Statistics and Data Science

Location

Open Date

Mar 20, 2026

Description

Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) is looking for passionate and highly motivated Faculty. The Department of Statistics and Data Science invites applications for an open-rank, tenured/tenure-track faculty position in Statistics and Data Science. We seek researchers with strong potential in both theoretical and applied statistics. The successful candidate will contribute to high-quality instruction, mentor graduate students, shape curriculum development, and engage in interdisciplinary research at the intersection of statistics, data science, and artificial intelligence(AI).

Faculty members at MBZUAI have the unique opportunity to collaborate with top AI researchers, work on cutting-edge projects, and contribute to MBZUAI’s mission of AI excellence. Our rapidly growing institution is positioned as a global leader in AI, providing a vibrant academic environment and outstanding research support.

The Department of Statistics and Data Science at MBZUAI focuses on the rigorous statistical and probabilistic foundations of machine learning and data science. We emphasize computational methods for large-scale data and scalable inference techniques. Our current research includes areas such as statistical learning theory, high-dimensional statistics, causal inference, uncertainty quantification, fairness and interpretability in AI. We encourage interdisciplinary research, integrating statistical innovation with decision sciences, healthcare, climate science, and computational biology. Faculty members will have ample opportunities to collaborate with industry partners, government agencies, and research institutions to develop AI-driven solutions for real-world challenges.

Qualifications

This position requires a PhD in Statistics, Computer Science or a closely related field or expected completion by Fall 2025. Applicants from all areas of statistics are encouraged to apply, particularly those working at the intersection of statistics and machine learning. The ideal candidate will be an innovative scholar, advancing both statistical theory and its applications in AI-driven contexts.

Application Instructions

To apply for this position, please submit the following:

• Statement of research vision and interests
• Statement of teaching philosophy and experience
• List of publications
• Up to three representative 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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MBZUAI is an open invitation to the world to collaborate on AI at a leading artificial intelligence university in a thriving, innovative and multic...