Kawader Research Assistant - Live Performance
Posted date [2026-09-20]
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Job Description and Requirements
Kawader Research Assistant - Live PerformanceJob Snapshot
Role: Kawader Research Assistant - Live Performance
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Industry: Higher Education
Function: Research
Experience: Not specified
Job Type: Full Time
Position Overview
New York University Abu Dhabi invites applications for a Kawader Research Assistant Fellow in Live Performance, Creative Practice and Research within the Arts and Humanities division in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Supervised by Arts Professor Joanna Settle, Associate Dean, Arts and Creative Practices, the position supports research and creative projects spanning performance, visual arts, curation, and interdisciplinary artistic practice. The fellowship combines creative development with research administration, project coordination, arts pedagogy, and opportunities to develop the Research Assistant\'s independent artistic practice.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Higher Education
Function: Research
Salary: Not disclosed
Gender: No Preference
Candidate Nationality: Not specified
Job Type: Full Time
Work Arrangement: On-site
Creative Practice and Research
The successful candidate will work
closely with Professor Settle on ongoing and emerging artistic research projects. These activities involve creative collaborations across the UAE, Asia, Europe, and the United States.
Depending on project requirements, the Research Assistant may engage with international collaborators, artists, curators, cultural institutions, biennials, and other creative convenings.
The role also includes support for the Research Assistant\'s own artistic and research practice, providing space to develop independent creative projects alongside collaborative research activities.
Key Responsibilities
* Contribute to assigned creative and artistic research projects.
* Assess the feasibility of potential new research directions.
* Support assigned writing projects.
* Participate in annual research planning.
* Coordinate with relevant NYU Abu Dhabi functions to support implementation of research plans.
* Assist with research applications and grant submissions.
* Manage the weekly coordination of projects in development.
* Schedule meetings, activities, and project requirements.
* Manage project-related correspondence.
* Conduct topical research using library and online resources.
* Conduct material research through locations, travel, rehearsals, and online resources.
* Support project budgeting and reimbursement processes.
* Attend relevant events and creative activities.
* Maintain Professor Settle\'s inter-project and institutional Google calendar.
* Provide oversight and coordination support for undergraduate and graduate research assistants.
* Participate in discussions concerning new ideas, research processes, discoveries, and observations.
* Contribute to the development of Professor Settle\'s courses and gain experience in arts pedagogy.
Project Coordination
The fellowship provides practical experience in the administrative and operational aspects of artistic research.
Activities include:
* Coordinating project logistics.
* Supporting international creative collaborations.
* Tracking project budgets.
* Monitoring grant expenditures.
* Managing reimbursements.
* Maintaining schedules and project calendars.
* Coordinating communications among collaborators and institutions.
* Supporting research planning and implementation.
Required Qualifications
Applicants must have:
* BA or BFA in an arts practice field, or equivalent professional experience.
* Demonstrated advanced abilities as a visual artist and-or performance artist.
* Strong organizational skills.
* Strong written and interpersonal communication capabilities.
* Ability to collaborate effectively with artists, researchers, and other stakeholders.
* Ability to advance collaborative work calmly and consistently.
* Fluency with Mac computers.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Word.
* Foundational spreadsheet knowledge, including formulas used for data management and budget tracking.
Preferred Background
Preference will be given to candidates with:
* Participation in highly selective fellowships.
* Experience in live performance.
* Experience in interdisciplinary artistic practice.
* Interest in developing expertise in project administration.
* Interest in budgeting and financial tracking for creative projects.
* Interest in artistic research management.
Program Deliverables
The Research Assistant will be expected to develop and present creative work during the fellowship.
Deliverables include:
* A 45-minute Artist Talk followed by a 15-minute question-and-answer session.
* Artistic body or bodies of work developed independently, collaboratively, or in parallel with Professor Settle\'s research activities.
Professional and Artistic Development
The Kawader fellowship provides a full-time paid research position for up to three years and includes mentorship from NYU Abu Dhabi faculty.
Source-listed opportunities include:
* Professional development and training.
* Exposure to interdisciplinary artistic research and creative practice.
* Engagement with international artists, collaborators, curators, and cultural institutions.
* Experience supporting creative projects across multiple international locations.
* Development of practical project administration and research management skills.
* Experience with grant expenditure monitoring and budget tracking.
* Exposure to arts pedagogy and course development.
* Mentorship and support for independent artistic research and creative work.
Application Requirements
Applicants must provide:
* Curriculum Vitae.
* Statement of interest.
* Portfolio of artistic work completed within the last two years.
* Academic transcript or transcripts.
* Two letters of recommendation or referee contacts.
UAE nationals are encouraged to apply.
Kawader Research Assistantship Program
This position is offered through the NYU Abu Dhabi Kawader program, a three-year national capacity-building research fellowship program that provides outstanding graduates with experience in an advanced academic research environment.
The individually tailored program includes two pathways designed for Emirati graduates considering further graduate education or a career in research.
About New York University Abu Dhabi
New York University Abu Dhabi is a research university in Abu Dhabi and part of NYU\'s global university network. Its academic and research activities span the arts, humanities, sciences, social sciences, and engineering.
Within Arts and Humanities, NYU Abu Dhabi supports creative practice, artistic research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and engagement with international academic and cultural communities.
Depending on project requirements, the Research Assistant may engage with international collaborators, artists, curators, cultural institutions, biennials, and other creative convenings.
The role also includes support for the Research Assistant\'s own artistic and research practice, providing space to develop independent creative projects alongside collaborative research activities.
Key Responsibilities
* Contribute to assigned creative and artistic research projects.
* Assess the feasibility of potential new research directions.
* Support assigned writing projects.
* Participate in annual research planning.
* Coordinate with relevant NYU Abu Dhabi functions to support implementation of research plans.
* Assist with research applications and grant submissions.
* Manage the weekly coordination of projects in development.
* Schedule meetings, activities, and project requirements.
* Manage project-related correspondence.
* Conduct topical research using library and online resources.
* Conduct material research through locations, travel, rehearsals, and online resources.
* Support project budgeting and reimbursement processes.
* Attend relevant events and creative activities.
* Maintain Professor Settle\'s inter-project and institutional Google calendar.
* Provide oversight and coordination support for undergraduate and graduate research assistants.
* Participate in discussions concerning new ideas, research processes, discoveries, and observations.
* Contribute to the development of Professor Settle\'s courses and gain experience in arts pedagogy.
Project Coordination
The fellowship provides practical experience in the administrative and operational aspects of artistic research.
Activities include:
* Coordinating project logistics.
* Supporting international creative collaborations.
* Tracking project budgets.
* Monitoring grant expenditures.
* Managing reimbursements.
* Maintaining schedules and project calendars.
* Coordinating communications among collaborators and institutions.
* Supporting research planning and implementation.
Required Qualifications
Applicants must have:
* BA or BFA in an arts practice field, or equivalent professional experience.
* Demonstrated advanced abilities as a visual artist and-or performance artist.
* Strong organizational skills.
* Strong written and interpersonal communication capabilities.
* Ability to collaborate effectively with artists, researchers, and other stakeholders.
* Ability to advance collaborative work calmly and consistently.
* Fluency with Mac computers.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Word.
* Foundational spreadsheet knowledge, including formulas used for data management and budget tracking.
Preferred Background
Preference will be given to candidates with:
* Participation in highly selective fellowships.
* Experience in live performance.
* Experience in interdisciplinary artistic practice.
* Interest in developing expertise in project administration.
* Interest in budgeting and financial tracking for creative projects.
* Interest in artistic research management.
Program Deliverables
The Research Assistant will be expected to develop and present creative work during the fellowship.
Deliverables include:
* A 45-minute Artist Talk followed by a 15-minute question-and-answer session.
* Artistic body or bodies of work developed independently, collaboratively, or in parallel with Professor Settle\'s research activities.
Professional and Artistic Development
The Kawader fellowship provides a full-time paid research position for up to three years and includes mentorship from NYU Abu Dhabi faculty.
Source-listed opportunities include:
* Professional development and training.
* Exposure to interdisciplinary artistic research and creative practice.
* Engagement with international artists, collaborators, curators, and cultural institutions.
* Experience supporting creative projects across multiple international locations.
* Development of practical project administration and research management skills.
* Experience with grant expenditure monitoring and budget tracking.
* Exposure to arts pedagogy and course development.
* Mentorship and support for independent artistic research and creative work.
Application Requirements
Applicants must provide:
* Curriculum Vitae.
* Statement of interest.
* Portfolio of artistic work completed within the last two years.
* Academic transcript or transcripts.
* Two letters of recommendation or referee contacts.
UAE nationals are encouraged to apply.
Kawader Research Assistantship Program
This position is offered through the NYU Abu Dhabi Kawader program, a three-year national capacity-building research fellowship program that provides outstanding graduates with experience in an advanced academic research environment.
The individually tailored program includes two pathways designed for Emirati graduates considering further graduate education or a career in research.
About New York University Abu Dhabi
New York University Abu Dhabi is a research university in Abu Dhabi and part of NYU\'s global university network. Its academic and research activities span the arts, humanities, sciences, social sciences, and engineering.
Within Arts and Humanities, NYU Abu Dhabi supports creative practice, artistic research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and engagement with international academic and cultural communities.
