Faculty Positions in Computer Science

The Computer Science (CS) program in the Computer, Electrical, and Mathematical Sciences and Engineering Division ( https://cemse.kaust.edu.sa ) at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) invites applications for faculty positions at the rank of Assistant Professor (exceptional candidates at the Associate Professor level may be considered). This search is for Computer Science faculty. Academic excellence and potential for applications is what matter most. Priority will be given to candidates in the areas of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Systems for AI, Resilient Computing and Cybersecurity. The CS program ( https://cs.kaust.edu.sa ) contributes to addressing the world’s pressing scientific and technological challenges, broadly aligned with the objectives of Saudi Arabia’s VISION 2030. KAUST ( https://www.kaust.edu.sa ) is an international, graduate-only, research university, located on the shores of the Red Sea in Saudi Arabia. It has a diverse international community, with English as the official language. KAUST offers superb research facilities, including the Shaheen-3 supercomputer, a large-scale virtual reality installation, and one of the best clean rooms for nano fabrication; generous, assured research funding; and internationally competitive salaries. By inspiring discoveries to address global challenges, we strive to serve as a beacon of knowledge that bridges people and cultures for the betterment of humanity. KAUST attracts top international faculty, scientists, engineers and students, aspiring to be a destination for scientific and technological education and research. KAUST is ranked among the top universities based on research performance and innovation outputs. KAUST’s award-winning campus has everything you need to live, work, study, and play. Designed to inspire and motivate our faculty, students and staff and their families to maintain an active lifestyle, KAUST is more than a university. With state-of-the-art recreational facilities, Elementary and Secondary schools, and the Red Sea just steps away, there is something for everyone ( https://www.kaust.edu.sa/en/live ).

We are particularly interested in candidates with educational backgrounds from distinguished institutions of higher learning or those who have previously contributed to such institutions.

Ideal candidates will possess a Ph.D. degree in a topic related to this call, exceptional research potential, the ability to attract external research funding, and a strong dedication to teaching.

KAUST is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer that is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.

KAUST embraces diversity at every level, and women and members of traditional underrepresented minority groups are particularly encouraged to apply.