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Research Assistant - Arts and Humanities Research Kitchens

Job Overview
New York University Abu Dhabi invites applications for a Research Assistant to join a new interdisciplinary initiative called “Research Kitchens.” This role supports collaborative research across four thematic areas within the Arts and Humanities division, focusing on heritage, sustainability, rights, and pedagogy. The selected candidate will contribute to innovative academic programming and knowledge creation in a highly diverse, creative environment.

Job Details
Job Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Higher Education
Function: Research / Lab
Salary: 10000-12000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Current Location: Any
Job Type: Full Time

Job Overview
The successful candidate will provide dedicated research and administrative support across the following four “kitchens”:

* Heritage, Memory, and Mobility
* The Anthropocene: Urbanism, the Environment, and Sustainability
* Human Rights In and For the 21st Century
* Writing, Languages, and Pedagogy

This three-year opportunity will involve a combination of research support, event organization, proposal writing, artistic facilitation, and cross-disciplinary engagement with faculty, students, and external partners.

Key Responsibilities

* Support research design, planning, and implementation for ongoing and new interdisciplinary projects
* Assist in drafting reports, manuscripts, grant applications, and outreach materials
* Coordinate programming, including seminars, working groups, and collaborative workshops
* Help document and disseminate research outputs, both scholarly and artistic
* Liaise with funding bodies, creative institutions, and research partners
* Contribute to content creation and proposal development for the Research Kitchens initiative

Job Requirements

* Bachelor’s degree or Master of Arts in a relevant field (Humanities, Arts, or Social Sciences)
* Familiarity with research in arts and humanities and interdisciplinary academic methods
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
* Strong organizational and collaboration abilities
* Experience or interest in creative research, artistic methods, or cultural programming

Preferred Qualifications

* Previous participation in academic or artistic research projects
* Background in arts-based inquiry or community-engaged research
* Experience in grant writing, fundraising, or public humanities initiatives

What We Offer

* Competitive salary and benefits through the NYUAD Kawader program
* Three-year full-time contract with professional mentorship and growth opportunities
* Opportunity to work in a multicultural, research-intensive university with global reach
* Engagement with high-profile interdisciplinary projects in the UAE and beyond
* Housing and educational support benefits for eligible candidates

About the Institution
NYU Abu Dhabi is a research-driven liberal arts university within the NYU Global Network. The Arts and Humanities division plays a central role in NYUAD’s mission to foster innovation, diversity, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. The “Research Kitchens” initiative is designed to be a space for exploration and socially impactful scholarship on topics vital to the region and the world.

To apply, candidates must submit a CV, statement of interest, writing or artistic sample, research proposal aligned with one of the kitchens, and two recommendation letters. For full program details, visit: [https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/about/careers/postdoctoral-and-research/kawader-research-assistantship-program.html](https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/about/careers/postdoctoral-and-research/kawader-research-assistantship-program.html)

NYUAD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.

Job Title Research Assistant - Arts and Humanities Research Kitchens Job Description Research Assistant - Arts and Humanities Research Kitchens Job Overview New York University Abu Dhabi invites applications for a Research Assistant to join a new interdisciplinary initiative called “Research Kitchens.” This role supports collaborative research across four thematic areas within the Arts and Humanities division, focusing on heritage, sustainability, rights, and pedagogy. The selected candidate will contribute to innovative academic programming and knowledge creation in a highly diverse, creative environment. Job Details Job Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Industry: Higher Education Function: Research / Lab Salary: 10000-12000 monthly (Market estimated) Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Candidate Current Location: Any Job Type: Full Time Job Overview The successful candidate will provide dedicated research and administrative support across the following four “kitchens”: * Heritage, Memory, and Mobility * The Anthropocene: Urbanism, the Environment, and Sustainability * Human Rights In and For the 21st Century * Writing, Languages, and Pedagogy This three-year opportunity will involve a combination of research support, event organization, proposal writing, artistic facilitation, and cross-disciplinary engagement with faculty, students, and external partners. Key Responsibilities * Support research design, planning, and implementation for ongoing and new interdisciplinary projects * Assist in drafting reports, manuscripts, grant applications, and outreach materials * Coordinate programming, including seminars, working groups, and collaborative workshops * Help document and disseminate research outputs, both scholarly and artistic * Liaise with funding bodies, creative institutions, and research partners * Contribute to content creation and proposal development for the Research Kitchens initiative Job Requirements * Bachelor’s degree or Master of Arts in a relevant field (Humanities, Arts, or Social Sciences) * Familiarity with research in arts and humanities and interdisciplinary academic methods * Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal * Strong organizational and collaboration abilities * Experience or interest in creative research, artistic methods, or cultural programming Preferred Qualifications * Previous participation in academic or artistic research projects * Background in arts-based inquiry or community-engaged research * Experience in grant writing, fundraising, or public humanities initiatives What We Offer * Competitive salary and benefits through the NYUAD Kawader program * Three-year full-time contract with professional mentorship and growth opportunities * Opportunity to work in a multicultural, research-intensive university with global reach * Engagement with high-profile interdisciplinary projects in the UAE and beyond * Housing and educational support benefits for eligible candidates About the Institution NYU Abu Dhabi is a research-driven liberal arts university within the NYU Global Network. The Arts and Humanities division plays a central role in NYUAD’s mission to foster innovation, diversity, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. The “Research Kitchens” initiative is designed to be a space for exploration and socially impactful scholarship on topics vital to the region and the world. To apply, candidates must submit a CV, statement of interest, writing or artistic sample, research proposal aligned with one of the kitchens, and two recommendation letters. For full program details, visit: [https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/about/careers/postdoctoral-and-research/kawader-research-assistantship-program.html](https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/about/careers/postdoctoral-and-research/kawader-research-assistantship-program.html) NYUAD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply. Post Details

Job Start Date Salary from 10000.00 Salary to 12000.00 Number of Vacancies 1 Location Job Location -> UAE Abdu Dhabi Location City Abu Dhabi

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