Open Rank Teaching Professor of Artificial Intelligence in Action

Description

Description of the Institution

Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) is a graduate-level, research-oriented university that is already ranked in the world’s top 20 by CSRankings for AI, ML, CV, & NLP. Currently MBZUAI is home to 235 Master’s students and 135 PhD students and over 80 world leading faculty members led by its President, Eric Xing. The University started with three departments (machine learning, computer vision, and natural language processing), and has recently launched five new departments (robotics, computer science, statistics & data science, computational biology, and human-computer interaction).

The MBZUAI is looking for a faculty member to deliver courses in the Master of Applied Artificial Intelligence, and Graduate Diploma in Applied Artificial Intelligence programs. The vision of the program is to educate tomorrow’s innovators and leaders in application of artificial intelligence for solving organizational and societal problems and contributing to the growth and prosperity of the UAE.

Faculty Profile

Applicants must have a PhD in computer science or in a closely related area prior to the start of the appointment and should have demonstrated excellence in conducting innovative and impactful research and applying advanced technologies in solving real business challenges, and an interest in mentoring graduate students.

This appointment involves delivering courses for a master’s in applied artificial intelligence program for mid-to senior level career professionals and requires industry experience and knowledge of the AI business environment. The faculty shall deliver world-class education and student experience with innovative approaches to teaching and learning. The faculty will engage with industry to discover innovative industry projects, continuously develop the rigor and relevance of the course curriculum, and support students in their research projects.

The faculty will supervise student internships and industry research projects and liaise with industry partners for the achievement of the program learning outcomes. Industry engagement further involves sourcing experts and qualified guest lecturers for the program.

The faculty shall maintain an appropriate scholarly or professional development activity and keep up to date with developments in the field as necessary to carry out the duties of the position. They shall contribute to the overall work of the university by representing the institution and faculty on appropriate committees and groups. The faculty shall follow scientific developments in the field and participate in societal interaction and international cooperation in his/her field.

MBZUAI offers an attractive remuneration package and generous start-up funds (available every year) to stimulate cutting-edge research and support faculty in building strong research programs. It also offers financial support to all its graduate students.

Application Instructions

Please include the following in the application:

·      A cover letter

·      A current Curriculum Vitae including a list of key publications and relevant teaching experience

·      A statement of teaching philosophy, vision, and interests

·      The names and contact information of three referees. Reference letters submitted by applicants will not be accepted.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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