MBZUAI careers • UAE and international locations
MBZUAI Jobs 2026: Faculty, Postdoc, Research and Professional Careers
Explore selected jobs from the official portal. Then check each role’s skills, location and application steps.
Vacancies overview
Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) lists 95 vacancies at this review. These span faculty, postdoc, research, support and leadership roles. The Institute of Foundation Models (IFM) also lists research and engineering jobs.
Dated snapshot: Some jobs appear in more than one category. Therefore, do not add the category totals together. Jobs can close or change, so check the live notice before you apply.
Location check: Check where you will work. For example, the IFM Agents role below is in Sunnyvale, California. Also, confirm who will employ you and whether you must work on site.
Selected faculty and postdoctoral listings
The official portal listed these roles on 21 October 2026. However, we could not read the full Interfolio notices during this review. Check each live notice for degree rules, deadlines and required files.
| Track | Listed opportunity | Application route |
|---|---|---|
| Faculty | Computer Science — open rank | See the final official link |
| Faculty | Biological and Life Sciences — open rank | See the final official link |
| Faculty | Human–Computer Interaction — Associate/Full Professor | See the final official link |
| Faculty | Natural Language Processing — open rank | See the final official link |
| Faculty | Statistics and Data Science — open rank | See the final official link |
| Postdoc | AI for Weather Forecasting | See the final official link |
| Postdoc | Statistics and Machine Learning | See the final official link |
| Postdoc | AI for Precision Medicine and Therapeutics | See the final official link |
| Postdoc | CryoSTEM Foundation Models | See the final official link |
Applicant guidance: An open-rank call may cover several career levels. First, match your record to the role’s criteria. Then show evidence that fits the rank you seek.
IFM research role in the USA
The Research Scientist – Agents role is full-time and on site in Sunnyvale, California. The team works on language models that use tools to complete tasks.
You may apply with a relevant BS, MS or PhD, or equivalent experience. The notice also asks for Python and PyTorch skills. You need at least two years in one of the listed language-model or machine-learning fields.
The role lists annual pay of US$150,000–450,000. It is also eligible for visa sponsorship. These terms apply only to this US role. They do not set the terms for other MBZUAI jobs.
Preparation guidance: Show what you did in model training, testing, data or systems work. Where possible, share evidence that others can check. Explain the scale, baseline and limits of your work. Also, share only code or data you have permission to use.
Grants and research support jobs
The Senior Grants Specialist role is full-time in Abu Dhabi. It covers grant proposals, budgets, reports, compliance and project closeout.
You need a relevant bachelor’s degree. You also need at least five years in research grants or relevant finance and planning work. This experience must be in higher education or research. The notice prefers a postgraduate degree.
The portal also lists a Head of Postdoctoral Affairs role. Check its specific requirements. Research experience alone may not show that you have the required management skills.
Application guidance: Give examples of the grants you managed and the results you achieved. Make your role clear. For example, say whether you won a grant or managed it. Remove private budgets, personal data and restricted files from work samples.
Executive leadership
The Provost works with the president on academic programmes, policies and practice. The role helps turn the university’s plans into action. It calls for a strong academic record and leadership experience.
Preparation guidance: First, understand the scope of the role. Show how you have led faculty, programmes and academic change. Explain your own decisions and results. Also, separate approved projects from plans that still need approval.
Read the full role notice before you apply. A similar job title elsewhere may cover different duties.
Choose the right role
| Track | What to verify |
|---|---|
| Faculty | Degree, rank, research fit, teaching and supervision requirements |
| Postdoc | Doctorate timing, project methods, duration and proposed start |
| Research or engineering | Required practical skills, experience, technical evidence and location |
| Administration | Functional experience, systems knowledge and governance responsibilities |
| Executive | Scholarly standing, leadership scope, mandate and selection process |
Use this table to plan your search. It adds no university rules. List essential and preferred skills separately. If a key requirement is unclear, ask before you apply.
How to apply
- Start at the official vacancies page and select a suitable role.
- Check the role-specific location, qualifications, timing and documents.
- Follow the linked application system: notices may lead to Interfolio, Lever or an MBZUAI form.
- Tailor the CV and supporting material to the advertised work.
- Review attachments and retain the submission confirmation.
Each role has its own timeline. Therefore, check the live notice. A job with no stated deadline can still close.
Documents and offer checklist
Before submission: Check the required files, page limits and reference process. Use the same dates in your CV and forms. State each paper’s or project’s status clearly. Explain your part and ask referees for consent.
Before accepting: Ask for written terms before you accept. Check the employer, location, pay, benefits and contract length. Also, confirm probation, the start date and any visa support.
For research jobs, discuss computing access, data rights and mentoring. Agree on the expected work and outputs.
Do not transfer terms from one posting or country to another. The salary and sponsorship details above belong only to the named Sunnyvale role.
Career Accelerator support
Need help choosing roles or preparing an application? Explore the Career Accelerator Program or email coaxialedu@gmail.com. Support can cover CVs, cover letters, research statements and interview preparation.
CareerAidHub is independent of MBZUAI and IFM. Support does not guarantee appointment or visa sponsorship.
Frequently asked questions
Are all MBZUAI portal jobs in Abu Dhabi?
No. Check each posting: the reviewed IFM Agents role is in Sunnyvale, California.
Does 95 mean 95 funded positions are guaranteed?
No. It is the number the portal showed at review. It does not guarantee an offer or an unfilled post.
Can I add the category counts together?
No. Some listings appear in more than one category.
Is there a common deadline?
No common deadline is stated in this guide. Check the live role-specific notice.
Does every research role require a PhD?
Use each notice’s requirements. The reviewed Agents role allows several qualification routes.
Were all Interfolio requirements verified?
No. We checked the titles through MBZUAI’s portal. However, we could not read the full Interfolio notices.
Can I use the US salary range for a UAE application?
No. The stated range applies only to the named Sunnyvale posting.
Which page should control my application?
Follow the live official role notice and its application form.
Review scope and official vacancies
Last reviewed: 21 October 2026. This guide lists selected roles. We could not verify the full Interfolio notices. Before you apply, check that the job is open. Then confirm its location, entry rules and required files.
