Open Rank Faculty Positions in Computer Science – MBZUAI, Abu Dhabi

Job Description

Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) invites applications for open-rank faculty positions in Computer Science within its Computing and Mathematical Sciences Division.

Applications are welcomed at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Full Professor levels.

The positions are based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Open Date: September 4, 2026
Application Deadline: June 30, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

About the Computer Science Faculty Positions

The Computer Science area within MBZUAI’s Division of Computing and Mathematical Sciences is expanding and seeks outstanding academics across a broad range of computer science disciplines.

Areas of interest include, but are not limited to:

• Computer systems, including operating systems, storage, networking, embedded and real-time systems, databases, and computer architecture.
• Theoretical computer science, including algorithms and complexity, semantics, logic, and verification.
• Security and cryptography.
• Programming languages, compilers, and programming environments.
• Graphics and visualization.

The university is seeking candidates who can contribute to its expanding research and academic environment while conducting innovative and impactful research.

About Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence

Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) is a university dedicated to advancing artificial intelligence as a global force for good.

The university was established by the UAE leadership to educate and develop talent, conduct advanced research, foster an innovation ecosystem, and serve as a strategic think tank for the public and private sectors.

MBZUAI attracts researchers and professionals from computer science, artificial intelligence, bioscience, humanities, and related fields. Its academic research initiatives focus on developing technologies and solutions with potential global impact.

Why Join MBZUAI?

Faculty members at MBZUAI may benefit from:

• Competitive compensation aligned with leading global academic institutions.
• Research funding and academic freedom supporting innovative AI research and independent inquiry.
• Comprehensive health and life insurance.
• Relocation support for international faculty.
• Access to cutting-edge AI laboratories and high-performance computing resources.
• Opportunities to collaborate with leading AI researchers, technology companies, government organizations, and policymakers.
• The opportunity to live and work in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Qualifications

Applicants must hold a PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field.

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Excellence in conducting innovative and impactful research.
• A strong interest in and commitment to mentoring students.

The vacancy is open to qualified candidates at the Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor levels.

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Application Requirements

Applicants should submit the following:

• Cover letter.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Research statement.
• Teaching statement.
• List of publications.
• Google Scholar H-Index.
• Links to three to five papers that best represent the applicant’s research.
• Names and contact details for at least three referees.

Reference letters submitted directly by applicants will not be accepted. Each referee will be contacted separately and asked to upload their reference letter.

Application Deadline

Applications must be submitted by:

June 30, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Applicants should verify all vacancy details and application requirements through the official MBZUAI recruitment system before applying.