Psychology Professor, Tenured/Tenure Track, Open-Rank

The Division of Science at NYU Abu Dhabi invites applications for full-time faculty positions in Psychology. We seek applications from an early-career scholar for a tenure-track assistant professor position. Candidates should demonstrate strong potential for developing an independent research program. We also welcome applications from established scholars (Associate or Full Professor), who have a demonstrated record of excellence in research and leadership in the field.

We particularly encourage candidates working in any area of Perception, Cognition, and Cognitive Development and candidates working in any area of Social Psychology, including those adopting a developmental perspective in their approach.

We seek scholars whose research intersects with and/or cuts across existing faculty domains of interest. Current strengths in the Psychology Program at NYU Abu Dhabi include the study of vision, memory, language, political psychology, inequality, gender, early childhood development, and attachment and identity throughout the lifespan.

Successful candidates will find a vibrant research and teaching environment that includes supportive and highly motivated colleagues, access to significant research resources, and broad opportunities for interdisciplinary research. Faculty will have opportunities to collaborate across NYU’s global campus network.

Research Facilities: Successful candidates will have access to a faculty research grant including personnel lines, in addition to state-of-the-art facilities including: (1) An imaging center housing a Siemens Prisma 3T MRI scanner and two MEG systems (SQUID and OPM), with support for multimodal data acquisition (MEG+EEG+eytracking; fMRI+EEG) and dedicated technical staff, in addition to integration with a High Performance Computing facility with more than 6,400 computing cores, (2) Behavioral testing facilities equipped with standalone EEGs, eye-tracking, virtual reality, physiological measures (GSR, heart rate, etc...), and robotics, and social psychology experimental rooms; (3) State-of-the-art Child Observation Lab equipped with video and audio recording technology, a one-way observation window, and a connected control room.

NYUAD is committed to upholding a culture of non-discrimination, anti-harassment, dignity, and mutual respect; providing equal access and opportunity; and fostering academic excellence in learning, research, and teaching.

About NYU Abu Dhabi
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NYU Abu Dhabi is the first comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in the Middle East to be operated abroad by a major American research university. Times Higher Education ranks NYU among the top 30 universities in the world, making NYU Abu Dhabi the highest-ranked university in the UAE and MENA region. NYU Abu Dhabi has integrated a highly selective undergraduate curriculum across the disciplines with a world center for advanced research and scholarship. The university enables its students in the sciences, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and arts to succeed in an increasingly interdependent world and advance cooperation and progress on humanity’s shared challenges. NYU Abu Dhabi’s high-achieving students have come from over 120 countries and speak over 100 languages. Together, NYU's campuses in New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai form the backbone of a unique global university, giving faculty and students opportunities to experience varied learning environments and immersion in other cultures at one or more of the numerous study-abroad sites NYU maintains on six continents.

NYUAD is committed to upholding a culture of non-discrimination, anti-harassment, dignity, and mutual respect; providing equal access and opportunity; and fostering academic excellence in learning, research, and teaching.

Students are drawn from among the world’s best. They are bright, intellectually passionate, and committed to building a campus environment anchored in mutual respect, understanding, and care. The NYUAD undergraduate student body has garnered an impressive record of scholarships, graduate-school admissions, and other global honors. Graduate education is an area of growth for the University; the current graduate student population of over 100 students is expected to expand in the next decade as doctoral programs are developed.

Working for NYUAD

At NYUAD, we recognize that Abu Dhabi is more than where you work; it’s your home. In order for faculty/academic staff to thrive, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. This starts with a generous relocation allowance; educational assistance for your dependents; access to health and wellness services; and more. NYUAD is committed to faculty/academic staff success throughout the academic trajectory, providing support for ambitious and world-class research projects and innovative, interactive teaching approaches. Support for dual-career families is a priority. Visit our website for more information on benefits for you and your dependents.

This position requires a Ph.D. in Psychology or other related fields.

We seek applicants who have, or have the potential to develop, a strong record of scholarship and have the ability to conduct and develop high-quality research across multiple areas of psychology.

To apply for this position, please submit the following items:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Cover Letter
• Research Statement (not to exceed 5 pages) - Please describe your research program and, if possible, how it spans or bridges cognition & perception, social psychology, and/or developmental psychology
• Teaching Statement (not to exceed 2 pages)
• Student Evaluations for up to two recent courses (if available)
• Up to 3 representative publications or other writing samples
• Names and Contact information of 3 references for recommendation letters to be solicited at a later stage of the search process. Do not include the letters in your uploaded documents.

We will begin reviewing applications immediately. Shortlisted candidates are expected to be invited for campus visits in Abu Dhabi in early Spring 2026. We anticipate that successful candidates can start the appointment and relocate to Abu Dhabi in the academic year 2026-2027, subject to final budget approval.

NYUAD is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and seek individuals who will contribute to the excellence and vibrancy of our academic community.

For questions about this position, please email nyuad.academicrecruitment@nyu.edu.

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NYUAD values belonging and respect; such principles are fundamental to the university’s commitment to excellence. NYUAD is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and seek individuals who will contribute to our vibrant, multidisciplinary research and teaching community. Multidisciplinary research and exceptional teaching in a global campus community are hallmarks of the University’s mission.

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