Statistics and Data Science

Zweeds Noors Norsk Fins Duits Frans You have already applied for this position.For questions regarding your application, please contact the employer.For technical assistance, reach out to our support teamhere .You have already applied for this position. You can instead create a job alert here .Thank you for your application An email confirmation has been sent to your email.Statistics and Data Science - Open Rank Faculty MBZUAI is an open invitation to the world to collaborate on AI at a leading artificial intelligence university in a thriving, innovative and multic...Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence: Academic Affairs Division: Statistics and Data Science Location Open Date Mar 20, 2026Description Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) is looking for passionate and highly motivated Faculty. The Department of Statistics and Data Science invites applications for an open-rank, tenured/tenure-track faculty position in Statistics and Data Science. We seek researchers with strong potential in both theoretical and applied statistics. The successful candidate will contribute to high-quality instruction, mentor graduate students, shape curriculum development, and engage in interdisciplinary research at the intersection of statistics, data science, and artificial intelligence(AI).Faculty members at MBZUAI have the unique opportunity to collaborate with top AI researchers, work on cutting-edge projects, and contribute to MBZUAI's mission of AI excellence. Our rapidly growing institution is positioned as a global leader in AI, providing a vibrant academic environment and outstanding research support.The Department of Statistics and Data Science at MBZUAI focuses on the rigorous statistical and probabilistic foundations of machine learning and data science. We emphasize computational methods for large-scale data and scalable inference techniques. Our current research includes areas such as statistical learning theory, high-dimensional statistics, causal inference, uncertainty quantification, fairness and interpretability in AI. We encourage interdisciplinary research, integrating statistical innovation with decision sciences, healthcare, climate science, and computational biology. Faculty members will have ample opportunities to collaborate with industry partners, government agencies, and research institutions to develop AI-driven solutions for real-world challenges.Qualifications This position requires a Ph D in Statistics, Computer Science or a closely related field or expected completion by Fall 2025. Applicants from all areas of statistics are encouraged to apply, particularly those working at the intersection of statistics and machine learning. The ideal candidate will be an innovative scholar, advancing both statistical theory and its applications in AI-driven contexts.Application Instructions To apply for this position, please submit the following: Statement of research vision and interests Statement of teaching philosophy and experience List of publications Up to three representative publications Name and contact details for three referees (reference letters from applicants will not be accepted, each referee will be contacted to upload their reference letter via Interfolio)MBZUAI's mission includes fostering a diverse academic community. MBZUAI is an equal opportunity employer. The university actively recruits faculty from around the world, aiming to create an international and inclusive environment that reflects a wide range of cultures and perspectives.Be a part of AI's future – apply today at MBZUAI#MBZUAI #careeropportunities #AIMBZUAI is an open invitation to the world to collaborate on AI at a leading artificial intelligence university in a thriving, innovative and multic...#J-18808-Ljbffr