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Abu Dhabi University

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   Associate/Full Professor in Master and PhD programs in Engineering Management
  </strong>
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  <strong>
   Location:
  </strong>
  Abu Dhabi
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  <strong>
   Department:
  </strong>
  Engineering Management Graduate Program
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  <strong>
   Start: Spring AY2025/26
  </strong>
 </p>
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  Abu Dhabi University (ADU) https://www.adu.ac.ae/ is a private, multi-campus university dedicated to meeting the needs of university education in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the neighboring countries. In 2026, ADU was ranked by Times Higher Education (THE) in the top 201-250 global universities, 75th in research worldwide, and 3rd in the UAE. The 2026 QS World University Rankings ranks ADU in the 391 place in the world. ADU is internationally accredited by WASC in USA, ABET, AACSB, EQUIS, RIBA, and APHEA. The university has developed research cooperation with top peer institutions worldwide and applies state-of-the-art learning technologies in modern facilities.
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  The College of Engineering (CoE) is the largest engineering college in the UAE with currently over 3500 students. With a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, the College offers one of the largest and most diverse plan of engineering studies in the country. The curricula of our programs are designed according to international standards and best practices in world-class universities. Engineering programs at the College are ABET accredited and our engineering faculty carry degrees from top universities in North America and Europe. Our state-of-the-art laboratory facilities provide a great environment for student learning. The College has received significant distinctions and awards nationally and internationally. It has MOUs and research collaboration with several top international universities and is supported in research by Centers of Excellence. The College provides all means of success to faculty and equips students with values, knowledge, and skills to distinguish themselves in the market.
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  CoE is currently inviting applications toward a faculty position at the Associate/Full Professor&rsquo;s level for the graduate program of
  <strong>
   Engineering Management (MEM),
  </strong>
  preferably for the Spring of Academic Year 2025-2026.
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  The program in Engineering Management offers Master&rsquo;s and PhD degrees and is highly regarded in the UAE attracting professionals from diverse industries that include the gas and oil, the energy, chemical, nuclear, and the construction industries, as well as from regulatory agencies, municipalities, and ministries. We are interested in applicants with expertise in the following areas: Industrial Engineering, Project &amp; Contract Management, Total Quality Management, Operations Management and MIS, Sustainability and Environmental Aspects, and Health and Safety in projects.
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  <strong>
   Questions or further information can be addressed to:
  </strong>
 </p>
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  Dr. Evan K. Paleologos, Chair of MEM and MPM, evan.paleologos@adu.ac.ae
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  <strong>
   Deadline to submit application:
  </strong>
  The position is open until filled
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  <strong>
   Job Description
  </strong>
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  Faculty members report to the Chair of the MEM and MPM programs and the Dean and participate in the growth and development of the programs, the College, and the University. Faculty members will be engaged in teaching in the Master&rsquo;s and PhD programs of MEM and MPM programs, involved in research activities, and committed to university service.
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  <strong>
   Qualifications and Requirements
  </strong>
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   An earned doctorate from an accredited institute in Engineering or related science field from a top 250 university in QS ranking.
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   Ph.D. degree with experience in two areas or more: Operation Research, and Supply Chain Management; Project &amp; Contract Management; Total Quality Management; Finance and Accounting; Economics and Marketing; Health and Safety; Human Resources Management and Organizational Behavior; and Environmental and Sustainability Aspects.
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   A record of distinguished achievement in research in terms of both quality and impact.
  </li>
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   University teaching experience at the graduate levels.
  </li>
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   Experience in working with people from different ethnic backgrounds.
  </li>
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   Excellent communication skills, a commitment to the importance of scholarship and diversity, a spirit of entrepreneurship, and an understanding of the role of university in economic development.
  </li>
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   Familiarity with the new teaching media, visual communication, and the need to equip students with the varied skills they must have to succeed in an ever-changing media environment.
  </li>
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   Compensation
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  Competitive tax-free compensation &amp; benefits package.
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  To Apply:
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  Interested candidates should submit a complete application, including their CV, teaching philosophy, and research statement, by the specified deadline. You can find the application details and contact information on the Associate/Full Professor in Master and PhD programs in Engineering Management
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Associate/Full Professor in Master and PhD programs in Engineering Management

New York University Abu Dhabi

<div>
 As part of the Electrical Engineering program of the Engineering Division and the Center of Artificial Intelligence and Robotics at NYU Abu Dhabi the group of Prof. Kostas J. Kyriakopoulos seeks to improve the autonomy of Field Robotic systems by fusing control theoretic and machine intelligence approaches. Formal models are directly applied in real experimental facilities. Marine Robotics is our current emphasis, without excluding candidates with prior experience on Aerial or Ground Systems.
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 <strong>
  Skills
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 We are seeking a Post-Doctoral associate to join our expanding team and make significant contributions to the field. The researcher is expected to have (i) strong engineering skills to find innovative and cost-effective means to improve our research, and (ii) exemplary passion and motivation to enhance our multidisciplinary research at the intersection of control theory and machine intelligence. Methodologies of interest include:
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   Robot modelling,
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   Nonlinear and Optimal control,
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   Reinforcement learning, and
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  <li>
   Data-driven modeling and control.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 The Post-Doctoral associate will be based at NYU Abu Dhabi and will directly report to Prof. K.J.Kyriakopoulos in close collaboration with other researchers, PhD students, and undergraduate research assistants. The Post-Doctoral associate will engage with our regular collaborators at local institutions in the UAE and abroad.
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 Key responsibilities
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   Conduct high-quality and innovative research primarily focused on Control theory and ML methodologies for Field Robotics;
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   Support the supervisor in developing and implementing the research agenda;
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   Reproduce results of the state-of-the-art (SOTA) methods;
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   Design and implement experiments on real platforms operating outdoors, to compare our proposed work with SOTA baselines;
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   Contribute to the preparation of manuscripts for publication in high-impact journals and conferences;
  </li>
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   Create, maintain, and document high-quality research code for reproducibility; and
  </li>
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   Collaborate with scientists within the NYU Global Network and in Abu Dhabi.
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  </li>
 </ul>
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  Minimum Qualifications
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 </strong>
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  <li>
   Possessing a Doctoral degree from a recognized institution in Electrical, Mechanical, Naval or Aerospace Engineering.
  </li>
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   First-author peer-reviewed published papers (and/or under review)
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   Demonstrable research experience involving integration of hardware and software of robotic systems.
  </li>
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   Demonstrable research experience in conducting experiments for field robotic systems
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   Proficient programming experience in embedded, real-time software in C/C++ and Python with several years of practice
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience in maintaining high-quality code on Github
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to visualize experimental results
  </li>
  <li>
   Effective inter-personal and team-building skills
  </li>
  <li>
   Self-motivated with an ability to work independently and in a team to get the work done
  </li>
  <li>
   Excellent communication skills (oral and written communication)
  </li>
  <li>
   Willingness to learn and confront new challenges
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 The appointment will be for two (2) years with the option to renew further depending on performance. The terms of employment are very competitive and will include housing and travel subsidies. Applications will be accepted immediately and candidates will be considered until the position is filled. This position is not located in the United States. You must be willing to relocate to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
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 To be considered, all applicants must submit a cover letter, up-to-date CV, research statement (1-page), a transcript, and at least two letters of recommendation, all in PDF format on or before July 1, 2025. If you have any questions that are not answered in the job advert, please email: kk4812@nyu.edu and include [Application for postdoctoral researcher] in the subject line.
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 <strong>
  About NYUAD
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York, and NYU Shanghai, form the backbone of NYU&rsquo;s global network university, an interconnected network of portal campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, one in which the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation, and sharing, through its academic, research, and creative activities.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Employer
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 <br/>
 UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.
 <br/>
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 <strong>
  Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  For people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR: www.nyu.edu/it/gdpr
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.
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 <strong>
  Sustainability Statement
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 </strong>
 NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/sustainability
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Post-Doctoral Associates in the Division of Engineering - Dr. Kostas J. Kyriakopoulos

New York University

<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div>New York University: NYU - Global: Abu Dhabi
</div></div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Location
</b></h3><div>Abu Dhabi, UAE
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Open Date
</b></h3><div>Dec 03, 2025
</div></div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description
</b></h3><div><div><p>The Center for Smart Engineering Materials (CSEM), New York University Abu Dhabi, seeks to recruit a post-doctoral associate to work on the development of high-sensitivity integrated photonics sensors in the Silicon Photonics (SiPh) platform.</p>
<p>
The successful applicant will drive an exciting project on the development of smart optical sensors for environmental monitoring in the oil &amp; gas industry. Our photonics research lab has set modern tools for the design, testing, and optimization of photonic circuits. It is open for collaboration with researchers with a background in basic research to investigate new optical circuits and materials with specific optical, electrical, and mechanical properties. The specialty of this research project is advanced optoelectronics materials for sensing applications. The candidate will work in a multidisciplinary environment consisting of PhD-level scientists, graduate students, and undergraduate students.</p>
<p>
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field. For consideration, applicants need to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae with a full publication list, transcript, statement of research interests, and three letters of reference, all in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email Dr. Mahmoud Rasras at mr5098@nyu.edu.</p>
<p>
The terms of employment are very competitive and include housing and educational subsidies for children. Applications will be accepted immediately and candidates will be considered until the position is filled. Please visit our website at http://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/about/careers/faculty-positions.html for instructions and information on how to apply.</p>
<p><b><i>
About NYU Abu Dhabi</i></b></p>
<p>
https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/</p>
<p>
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&rsquo;s shared challenges. NYU Abu Dhabi&rsquo;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.</p>
<p>
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.</p>
<p>
UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.</p></div>
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</div></div></div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Application Process
</b></h3><div>This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.</div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Post-Doctoral Associate in the Center for Smart Engineering Materials – Dr. Mahmoud Rasras

<div>
 The Prof. Sunil Kumar&rsquo;s Research Group in the Division of Engineering, New York University Abu Dhabi, seeks to recruit a research assistant to develop AI-enabled healthcare applications.
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  Key Responsibilities
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   Develop and fine-tune computer-vision models, instance segmentation, and retrieval-based estimation from images and text metadata.
  </li>
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   Build and evaluate monocular depth pipelines and implement multimodal retrieval with re-rankers for robust profile selection.
  </li>
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   Design and train advanced AI models for digital twin: 3D model learning, prediction models from imaging and molecular data, model-based simulation coupling, and uncertainty-aware outputs for lab/clinical validation.
  </li>
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   Work with 3D datasets, time-series sensors, and multi-omics or assay data to create predictive models and digital twin prototypes.
  </li>
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   Maintain reproducible code, experiments, and model/ dataset versioning; develop deployment artifacts (Docker, CI/CD scripts) and support cloud/HPC model training.
  </li>
  <li>
   Plan, run and analyze pilot studies (SME pilots and lab validation); participate in data collection, annotation and lab assay coordination.
  </li>
  <li>
   Write up results and contribute to publications, technical reports and presentations for academic and non-academic stakeholders.
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   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
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  Minimum Qualifications
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 </strong>
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  <li>
   Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s degree in computer science, electrical/computer engineering, applied mathematics, computational biology, bioengineering, or a closely related discipline.
  </li>
  <li>
   Solid experience training and evaluating AI models.
  </li>
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   Proficiency in Python and ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow).
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience with dataset curation, annotation workflows, FAISS/embedding retrieval, LLM-based parsing, RAG-style pipeline, and GPU/HPC training.
  </li>
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   Familiarity with 3D data processing or willingness to learn quickly.
  </li>
  <li>
   Publications, thesis work, or demonstrable projects in computer vision, multi-modal ML, digital twins or biomedical ML.
  </li>
  <li>
   Familiarity with uncertainty quantification and model explainability methods.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong software engineering practices: Git, reproducible experiments, modular code, deploying models in cloud (AWS/GCP) and containerized services (Docker, Kubernetes).
  </li>
  <li>
   Good written and verbal communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across interdisciplinary teams.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 For consideration, applicants need to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae with full publication list statement of research interests, transcript and three letters of reference, all in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email Prof. Prabodh Panindre at prabodh@nyu.edu.
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 The terms of employment are very competitive and include housing and educational subsidies for children. Applications will be accepted immediately and candidates will be considered until the position is filled. Please visit our website at https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/about/careers/postdoctoral-and-research.html for instructions and information on how to apply.
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 <br/>
 <strong>
  About NYU Abu Dhabi
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/
 <br/>
 <br/>
 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&rsquo;s shared challenges. NYU Abu Dhabi&rsquo;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.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 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.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  For people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR: www.nyu.edu/it/gdpr
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Sustainability Statement
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/sustainability
</div>


Research Assistant in the Division of Engineering - Drs. Sunil Kumar and Prabodh Panindre

<div>
 The Micro- and Nanoscale Bioengineering Lab (MNBL) at New York University Abu Dhabi is seeking to recruit a research associate for biosensing of cardiovascular diseases. Applicants with a strong background in biosensor design and fabrication, as well as in clinical diagnostics, are encouraged to apply.
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 Research in the MNBL focuses on the design and fabrication of biosensors for the early detection of cardiovascular diseases. Responsibilities of the position include the development of 2D materials-based biosensors for the detection of miRNAs. The candidate will work in a multidisciplinary environment comprising PhD-level scientists, graduate students, and undergraduate students, thereby acquiring valuable skills in writing manuscripts and establishing collaborations across disciplines.
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 Applicants must hold a PhD degree in the science/engineering field. They must also have excellent biosensing expertise; multi-year experience in clinical diagnostics is a plus.
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 Applicants must submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae with a full publication list, transcript, a statement of research interests, and two letters of reference, all in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email Prof. Rafael Song at rafael.song@nyu.edu/.
 <br/>
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 The terms of employment are very competitive and include housing and educational subsidies for children. Applications will be accepted immediately, and candidates will be considered until the position is filled. To be considered, all applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcript of degree, a one-page summary of research accomplishments and interests, and at least two letters of recommendation, all in PDF format. Please visit our website at http://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/about/careers/faculty-positions.html for instructions and information on how to apply. If you have any questions, please email: mrasras@nyu.edu.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  About NYU Abu Dhabi
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/
 <br/>
 <br/>
 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&rsquo;s shared challenges. NYU Abu Dhabi&rsquo;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.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 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.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  For people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR: www.nyu.edu/it/gdpr
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Sustainability Statement
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/sustainability
</div>


Associate Research Scientist in the Division of Engineering Dr. Rafael (Yong-Ak) Song

<div>
 The Water Research Center at New York University Abu Dhabi seeks to recruit a postdoctoral associate to work on the development of responsive membranes with in situ switchable properties, under the supervision of Professor Nidal Hilal, Director of the Water Research Center and Global Professor of Engineering and professor Raed Hashaikeh, Professor of Mechanical Engineering.
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 The successful applicant will lead an innovative project focused on the development of surface-patterned membranes with tailored surface features designed to enhance the performance of microfiltration (MF), ultrafiltration (UF), membrane distillation (MD), and nanofiltration (NF) processes. The role involves advanced membrane fabrication techniques and a range of membrane characterization methods, such as SEM, EDS, TGA, contact angle measurement, CFP, BET, FT-IR, Raman spectroscopy, among others. Lab-scale testing will be performed to establish critical relationships between fabrication methods, structure, properties, and membrane performance, with the goal of improving desalination and water treatment applications.
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 The successful applicant will oversee projects, develop extensive technical expertise, and implement innovative solutions. He/she will contribute to the development of novel concepts and proposal writing, while efficiently addressing complex challenges. Responsibilities will include writing reports, authoring publications, drafting patents, and presenting results at conferences. The ideal candidate will possess demonstrated knowledge of membrane fabrication, surface patterning, membrane characterization, and separation processes. Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and exceptional verbal and written communication abilities are essential. The candidate should be capable of working both independently and collaboratively within a team.
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 Applicants must have a PhD in materials science and engineering, chemical engineering, or related field. Excellent experimental and analytical skills relevant to the project (in particular membrane fabrication and surface patterning as well as membrane characterization) are required. Candidates with a demonstrated history of peer-reviewed publications in a related area, along with prior expertise in materials science and analytical chemistry will be preferred.
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 <br/>
 This position will begin in March 2026, as a two-year contract, renewable depending on performance. The terms of employment are very competitive and include housing and educational subsidies for children. Applications will be accepted immediately and candidates will be considered until the position is filled. To be considered, all applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a one-page summary of research accomplishments and interests, and at least 2 references, all in PDF format. Please visit our website at http://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/about/careers/faculty-positions.html for instructions and information on how to apply. If you have any questions, please email: nhh2@nyu.edu.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  About NYUAD
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York, and NYU Shanghai, form the backbone of NYU&rsquo;s global network university, an interconnected network of portal campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, one in which the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation, and sharing, through its academic, research, and creative activities.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Employer
 <br/>
 <br/>
 UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  For people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR: www.nyu.edu/it/gdpr
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