Skip to main content

This job has expired

Instructor of Computer Science, Open Rank

Employer
NEW YORK UNIVERSITY ABU DHABI
Location
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Closing date
15 Aug 2024

Description

The Division of Science at NYU Abu Dhabi invites applications for an Instructor (Academic Staff) position in the field of Computer Science, with the rank open, depending on experience and qualifications. We encourage applicants with experience in teaching Computer Science undergraduate courses.

The Instructor will support NYU Abu Dhabi's education mission by assisting in the instruction of the Computer Science courses that are part of the Computer Science undergraduate curriculum. The instructor will also be responsible for taking part in departmental activities and responsibilities and providing assistance with the preparation, development, instruction, and assessment of recitations and labs as well as grading of student assignments. During January Term and Summer Term, Instructors will support teaching and research through a variety of activities that may include research with a faculty member or conducting instructional enhancement projects, or both. Instructors undergo training during the last two weeks of August each academic year. Salaries are extremely competitive with a generous benefits package.

The Instructor is also expected to acquire, set up, and maintain hardware and software computing equipment required for teaching and research in Computer Science, as well as provide instrumentation support for faculty and students regarding research projects.

About NYU Abu Dhabi

https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/

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, academic staff 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 building and strengthening a university-wide culture of inclusion, diversity, belonging and equity (IDBE), which is fundamental to the University’s commitment to excellence. Visit our website for more information on NYUAD’s commitment to IDBE and how these values are fundamental to our mission.

Students are drawn from among the world’s best. They are bright, intellectually passionate, and committed to building a campus environment anchored in mutual respect, understanding, and care. The NYUAD undergraduate student body has garnered an impressive record of scholarships, graduate-school admissions, and other global honors. Graduate education is an area of growth for the University; the current graduate student population of over 100 students is expected to expand in the next decade as doctoral programs are developed.

Working for NYUAD

At NYUAD, we recognize that Abu Dhabi is more than where you work; it’s your home. In order for faculty and staff to thrive, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. This starts with a generous relocation allowance; educational assistance for your dependents; access to health and wellness services; and more. NYUAD is committed to faculty and staff success throughout the academic trajectory, providing support for ambitious and world-class research projects and innovative, interactive teaching approaches. Support for dual-career families is a priority. Visit our website for more information on benefits for you and your dependents.

The Instructor is expected to test-drive new equipment and software, and liaison with the main IT department regarding collaborative projects. It is desirable for the Instructor to have experience in areas such as hosting systems, networking, virtualization, databases, and distributed systems.

Qualifications

A B.Sc. in Computer Science or a B.Eng. in Computer Engineering is required.

Candidates with a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related fields are encouraged to apply, and those who have a Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related fields will also be considered in special cases.

Application Instructions

To apply for this position, please submit the following documents:

  • Cover letter
  • CV
  • Teaching Statement
  • Copy of official Undergraduate/Postgraduate university degree transcripts
  • To complete the application, applicants will be prompted to submit the contact information for three referees. The referees will be triggered to upload their confidential reference letters to NYU Abu Dhabi’s online application system, Interfolio.

Applications close on Aug 15, 2024We anticipate that the successful candidate will be appointed during the academic year 2024-2025 and can relocate to Abu Dhabi.

NYUAD is committed to equality and is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates who will enrich and contribute to the cultural and ethnic diversity of our University. 

For questions about this position, please email nyuad.academicrecruitment@nyu.edu.

Join NYU Abu Dhabi, an exceptional place for exceptional people. 

NYUAD values diversity, inclusion, belonging, and equity; such principles are fundamental to the university's commitment to excellence. NYUAD is an equal opportunity employer.  We particularly welcome applications from members of traditionally underrepresented groups, women, and UAE nationals. Multidisciplinary research and exceptional teaching in a highly diverse and inclusive campus community are hallmarks of the University’s mission.

If this sounds like you, apply now.

@WorkAtNYUAD 
#nyuadinstructorcareer

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

For people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR: www.nyu.edu/it/gdpr

NYU is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion.

Get job alerts

Create a job alert and receive personalised job recommendations straight to your inbox.

Create alert