New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) is a globally recognized institution pioneering a transformative model of higher education. As part of the prestigious NYU global network, NYUAD offers an exceptional liberal arts and sciences education, fostering intercultural understanding and leadership. Located in the heart of Abu Dhabi, NYUAD is dedicated to groundbreaking research and graduate education, addressing critical local and global challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. It plays a vital role in shaping a sustainable, knowledge-based economy in the UAE and advancing NYU’s mission as a model university for the 21st century. NYUAD maintains the highest standards of academic excellence, innovation, and inclusivity, welcoming students and faculty from around the world. The university provides a dynamic environment for learning, research, and professional development in one of the world’s fastest-growing educational and cultural hubs. For more information on career opportunities at NYU Abu Dhabi, visit the official website: http://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/ You can now provide the first NYU Abu Dhabi job post for improvement....

Professor of Computational Social Science

New York University Abu Dhabi is seeking a tenured or tenure-track faculty member for a position in Computational Social Science. This role provides an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research and teaching in the social sciences while engaging with NYUAD’s interdisciplinary academic environment. The position involves teaching undergraduate courses in economics, political science, or social research and public policy, as well as contributing to the MSc program in Interdisciplinary Data Science and AI.

Job Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Job Industry: Higher Education and Computational Social Science
Job Function: Research and Teaching in Social Science and AI
Salary: Negotiable
Gender: Any

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct and publish research in computational social science, with a focus on big data collection, visualization, network analysis, AI applications, and social science methodologies
- Teach courses in the Division of Social Science and contribute to the MSc in Interdisciplinary Data Science and AI
- Engage in multidisciplinary research collaborations with faculty across NYUAD and the NYU Global Network
- Supervise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students
- Contribute to the university’s mission by integrating innovative data science techniques into social science research

Required Skills and Experience

- PhD in social or behavioral science, data science, or a related field
- Expertise in computational methods such as machine learning, network analysis, natural language processing, or statistical modeling
- Proven research record with publications in top-tier journals
- Ability to work in an interdisciplinary environment and collaborate with scholars across disciplines
- Strong teaching experience and commitment to student mentorship

Application Requirements

- Curriculum vitae
- Cover letter
- Teaching statement
- Research statement
- Recent teaching evaluations (if available)
- Diversity statement outlining contributions to inclusion and equity
- Up to five representative publications or writing samples
- Contact information for three references (references will be contacted via Interfolio)

Applications will be reviewed starting January 20, 2025, and will continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The successful candidate is expected to start in the 2025-2026 academic year, pending final budget approval.

For inquiries, contact nyuad.academicrecruitmentnyu.edu.

About New York University Abu Dhabi

New York University Abu Dhabi is a globally recognized institution pioneering a transformative model of higher education. As part of the prestigious NYU global network, NYUAD offers an exceptional liberal arts and sciences education, fostering intercultural understanding and leadership.

Located in the heart of Abu Dhabi, NYUAD is dedicated to groundbreaking research and graduate education, addressing critical local and global challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. It plays a vital role in shaping a sustainable, knowledge-based economy in the UAE and advancing NYU’s mission as a model university for the 21st century.

NYUAD maintains the highest standards of academic excellence, innovation, and inclusivity, welcoming students and faculty from around the world. The university provides a dynamic environment for learning, research, and professional development in one of the world’s fastest-growing educational and cultural hubs.

For more information on career opportunities at NYU Abu Dhabi, visit the official website: http://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/

Job Title Professor of Computational Social Science Job Description Professor of Computational Social Science New York University Abu Dhabi is seeking a tenured or tenure-track faculty member for a position in Computational Social Science. This role provides an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research and teaching in the social sciences while engaging with NYUAD’s interdisciplinary academic environment. The position involves teaching undergraduate courses in economics, political science, or social research and public policy, as well as contributing to the MSc program in Interdisciplinary Data Science and AI. Job Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Job Industry: Higher Education and Computational Social Science Job Function: Research and Teaching in Social Science and AI Salary: Negotiable Gender: Any Key Responsibilities - Conduct and publish research in computational social science, with a focus on big data collection, visualization, network analysis, AI applications, and social science methodologies - Teach courses in the Division of Social Science and contribute to the MSc in Interdisciplinary Data Science and AI - Engage in multidisciplinary research collaborations with faculty across NYUAD and the NYU Global Network - Supervise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students - Contribute to the university’s mission by integrating innovative data science techniques into social science research Required Skills and Experience - PhD in social or behavioral science, data science, or a related field - Expertise in computational methods such as machine learning, network analysis, natural language processing, or statistical modeling - Proven research record with publications in top-tier journals - Ability to work in an interdisciplinary environment and collaborate with scholars across disciplines - Strong teaching experience and commitment to student mentorship Application Requirements - Curriculum vitae - Cover letter - Teaching statement - Research statement - Recent teaching evaluations (if available) - Diversity statement outlining contributions to inclusion and equity - Up to five representative publications or writing samples - Contact information for three references (references will be contacted via Interfolio) Applications will be reviewed starting January 20, 2025, and will continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The successful candidate is expected to start in the 2025-2026 academic year, pending final budget approval. For inquiries, contact nyuad.academicrecruitmentnyu.edu. About New York University Abu Dhabi New York University Abu Dhabi is a globally recognized institution pioneering a transformative model of higher education. As part of the prestigious NYU global network, NYUAD offers an exceptional liberal arts and sciences education, fostering intercultural understanding and leadership. Located in the heart of Abu Dhabi, NYUAD is dedicated to groundbreaking research and graduate education, addressing critical local and global challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. It plays a vital role in shaping a sustainable, knowledge-based economy in the UAE and advancing NYU’s mission as a model university for the 21st century. NYUAD maintains the highest standards of academic excellence, innovation, and inclusivity, welcoming students and faculty from around the world. The university provides a dynamic environment for learning, research, and professional development in one of the world’s fastest-growing educational and cultural hubs. For more information on career opportunities at NYU Abu Dhabi, visit the official website: http://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/ Post Details

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