Computational Biology In Abu Dhabi, UAE Full-time NEW

Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence needs passionate faculty members for its School of Public Health. This full time role involves delivering high quality instruction, mentoring students, and contributing to curriculum development. You will also engage in interdisciplinary research using unique datasets from the Human Phenotype Project. This project is a large scale longitudinal cohort and biobank. It collects medical history, lifestyle data, vitals, blood tests, and multi omic molecular profiles. Research areas include computational biology, medical informatics, personalized medicine, foundation AI models, multi omics integration, epidemiology, pandemics, and biomedical imaging. If you have a PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field, this role is for you.

University Overview

MBZUAI is a research focused university in Abu Dhabi. It is the first university dedicated entirely to AI advancement. The university empowers the next generation of AI leaders. In 2025, MBZUAI launched its first undergraduate program in AI with Business and Engineering streams. The School of Public Health aims to grow to 60 faculty members over the next three to four years. Faculty have full access to unique datasets including the Human Phenotype Project.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality instruction in computational biology and public health. Mentor students at undergraduate and graduate levels. Contribute to curriculum development and improvement.
• Actively engage in interdisciplinary research. Use the Human Phenotype Project’s extensive molecular datasets. Focus on computational genomics, systems biology, multi omics integration, and foundation AI models.
• Develop analytical and computational techniques to address complex questions in healthcare and life sciences. Unravel the interplay of genes, environmental factors, and human physiology. Aim for novel biomarker discovery and translational applications.
• Collaborate with leading AI researchers. Work on cutting edge projects. Contribute to the university’s growth as a hub for AI excellence. Publish research findings in top tier journals.
• Participate in departmental activities and university service. Finally, help translate research into personalized prevention strategies and innovative therapeutic interventions.

Qualifications

You need a PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field. Demonstrated excellence in conducting innovative and impactful research is required. An interest in mentoring students is essential. We invite candidates at all levels: Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor. A strong publication record and a Google Scholar H Index will be considered.

Benefits and Perks

The monthly tax free salary for this faculty role ranges from 35000 to 55000 AED. Your rank and experience will determine the exact amount. MBZUAI offers top tier compensation aligned with leading global academic institutions. Benefits include comprehensive health and life insurance, relocation support for international faculty, and state of the art research facilities with cutting edge AI labs and high performance computing. Abu Dhabi is the world’s safest city with year round sunshine, rich culture, and modern amenities. You will also have opportunities for industry and government collaborations.

How to Apply

Please submit your application through the MBZUAI recruitment portal. Include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a statement of research vision and interests, a statement of teaching philosophy, a list of key publications from the last five years with your Google Scholar H Index, and the names and contact details of three referees. Referees will be contacted during the recruitment process. MBZUAI is an equal opportunity employer. It actively recruits faculty from around the world to create an international and inclusive environment. If you are ready to be part of AI’s future in Abu Dhabi, we encourage you to apply today.