Assistant/Associate Professor – Intelligent Systems Engineering

About the role

The College of Technological Innovation at Zayed University is hiring multiple full‑time faculty members at the assistant and associate professor levels to teach and conduct research in Intelligent Systems Engineering and related fields.

Key responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in areas such as Intelligent Systems, AI, Autonomous Systems, Drones, Robotics, Cyber‑Physical Systems and Networks of Things.
• Develop and lead applied research projects, publish in leading academic journals, and secure research funding.
• Mentor students, supervise theses, and contribute to curriculum development and academic service.

Required profile

• Ph.D. in Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, Robotics or a closely related discipline from an internationally accredited university recognized by the UAE Ministry of Education.
• Demonstrated research excellence in intelligent systems with a strong publication record.
• Commitment to high‑quality teaching, student mentorship and academic service.

Required skills

• Expertise in Intelligent Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Data‑driven Systems, Autonomous Systems, Drones, Robotics, Cyber‑Physical Systems, and Networks of Things.
• Strong communication, collaboration and interdisciplinary research abilities.

What we offer

• Tax‑free basic salary and cash housing allowance.
• Education allowance, annual flights, health insurance and employee assistance program for eligible dependents.
• Opportunities to work in a vibrant, diverse academic environment with state‑of‑the‑art facilities across Abu Dhabi and Dubai campuses.