The Center of Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (CAIR) at New York University Abu Dhabi seeks to appoint an Associate Research Scientist. Motivated applicants with a strong background in Machine Learning, Robotics, Haptics, and interest in leading cross-disciplinary research to study multimodal interaction are encouraged to apply.

Applicants must have received a Ph.D. in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science or a related field by the time they join, and at least three years of post-doctorate experience. Excellent communication skills in English, the ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams, and scientific creativity are essential. 

NYUAD offers a stimulating research environment led by a distinguished research community and supported by state-of-the-art research facilities.

The terms of employment are competitive and will include housing, travel 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 including a complete list of publications, transcript, statement of research interests, and at least two letters of recommendation, all in PDF format. For more information about the center, please visit our website:  https://cair.nyuad.nyu.edu/

If you have any questions, please email Dr. Mohamad Eid: mae8@nyu.edu or Dr. Yi Fang yf23@nyu.edu.

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.

UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.

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