Careers

Our dynamic environment, distinctive culture, and diverse community foster collaboration and excellence in every corner of the campus.

Find Your Next Great Role

NYU Abu Dhabi recruits faculty from around the world who are distinguished in research and teaching.

Faculty Opportunities

Postdoctoral associates work on interdisciplinary research projects across all academic divisions.

Postdoctoral Opportunities

Academic staff enhance the teaching experience, offering support to instructors and researchers.

Academic Staff Opportunities

NYU Abu Dhabi provides exciting opportunities for national, regional, and international professionals.

Administrative Opportunities

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NYU Abu Dhabi always conducts comprehensive interviews prior to issuing an offer and never requests any candidate to pay for any services (e.g. recruitment, immigration or relocation) in advance of their joining the University.

NYU Abu Dhabi's official website advertises all employment opportunities at any given time and only NYU Abu Dhabi's Human Resources Department are authorized to issue official information regarding such employment opportunities. Additional information about employment opportunities at NYU Abu Dhabi can be found on this website.

Our Stories

At the heart of NYU Abu Dhabi, is an exceptional community of students, faculty, and staff who believe in the value of a liberal arts education, world class research, and giving back to the local community.

Our Faculty

Our Community

Our Students

Teaching a Semester at NYU Abu Dhabi

Daniel Fogal moved his wife and children to Abu Dhabi for a unique semester to explore the life and culture of this region.
A Research Journey on Four Continents

NYU Abu Dhabi Professor Youssef Idaghdour reflects on his research journey across four continents.
Learning to Teach, Teaching to Learn

Prince Steven Annor’s young career is guided by a simple yet unconventional approach to learning.
A University With a Can-Do Attitude

“Here, I know they will entertain bold ideas," said Assistant Professor of Bioengineering Khalil Ramadi.
Every Day is Unique and Special

Biologist Stéphane Boissinot starts each day with inspiring team conversations and, of course, coffee.
No Barriers in Our Research

Monica Menendez is an engineer by trade, but works daily across disciplines.
"Home can be anywhere."

Azza Abouzied explains why she has a special emotional connection to the United Arab Emirates.
A Place to Grow

With other job offers in the US, Riyadh Baghdadi shares why he chose to advance his career here.
Our Raison D’etre

Hannah Brückner explains how the University has shaped her work, and how she in turn shape the University.
Knowledge Without Limits

I see NYUAD as a beacon of a new higher education model offering an alternative system for the world.
"A Place That I've Been Able to Help Build"

Anthropologist Nathalie Peutz shares her NYU Abu Dhabi experience since joining in 2010.
"There's Something About the Culture Here"

Biologist Kirsten Sadler Edepli is a champion of diversity and inclusion on campus.
My First Choice

Nizar Habash, a computer scientist, says choosing NYUAD was "the best decision I made."
Amazed by the Mix of Cultures

Salwa Mikdadi has dedicated her career to art from the Arab world.
Here, We Support and Invest in Big Ideas

Chemist Alan Healy has found a place for ambitious, contemporary scientific research.

Benefits and Rewards

NYU Abu Dhabi provides compensation and benefits for you and your dependent(s). Health services, sports facilities, and access to world-class arts and cultural events will enhance your living experience and welfare.

Compensation and Benefits

Your Campus

Living in Abu Dhabi

Understanding the Past to Move into the Future

Fatiah Touray never expected to be living outside the US with her husband and two young children until now.
Always Something to Do

Dipesh Chaudhury is a scientist who also loves urban walks and Abu Dhabi's famous fusion cuisine.
About The City We Call Home

Abu Dhabi is a beautiful, cosmopolitan, and safe place to live.
Your New Cultural Destination

Abu Dhabi has a world-class arts and entertainment scene.

The Exceptional Place for Exceptional People

NYU Abu Dhabi is an institution in and of Abu Dhabi, in and of New York and the world. Our community is animated by inspiring faculty, students, and staff working together in a dynamic city. Read and download our latest publications about working at NYU Abu Dhabi.

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Yours to Discover

The University’s purpose-built campus on Saadiyat Island is at the heart of Abu Dhabi’s cultural scene. Live performances, art exhibitions, and lectures by global thinkers are at your fingertips.