Core technology platforms at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) is seeking a Research Instrumentation Scientist to oversee the Kinesis Core lab?s operational, technical, and research functions, supporting faculty and researchers with high-level expertise in automation, robotics, and artificial intelligence. This role combines scientific, technical, and strategic planning duties, providing continuity and advancing the lab?s capabilities through expertise in AI applications and data science methodologies. The candidate should possess advanced technical skills, particularly in robotics and AI, with a commitment to ensuring operational stability, team mentorship, and research innovation.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Research Support: Provide scientific and technical support to the relevant faculty and researchers, maintaining high standards for operational excellence, and safety compliance.
• Advanced Technical and Experimental Support: Oversee the development and optimization of experiments utilizing AI and robotics; provide specialized support and training for interdisciplinary faculty and researchers.
• AI and Data Science Expertise: Implement AI and data science methods to enhance data quality, optimize lab processes, and guide faculty in integrating these technologies into research.
• Strategic Development: Establish strategies for lab growth and technological advancement; identify and introduce emerging automation and AI tools to expand CTP?s research capabilities.
• Operational Continuity: Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation, SOPs, and training protocols to ensure seamless lab operation and staff knowledge transfer.
• Compliance and Safety Management: Ensure adherence to safety regulations and protocols; maintain updated SOPs and risk assessments to secure a safe working environment.

Candidates must hold PhD in Robotics, Mechatronics, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field with a Minimum 5 years? experience with robotics, automation systems, and artificial intelligence applications in a research context. Proficiency in programming languages relevant to AI and robotics (e.g., Python, LabView, Matlab, C/C++). Demonstrated knowledge in data science and machine learning techniques for automation and robotics. 

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in a supervisory or leadership role within a research lab.
• Background in robotics lab setup, motion capture systems, and complex research project management.
• Expertise in CAD, PCB design, and electronics manufacturing.

Skills and Abilities

• Proven leadership and mentorship skills.
• Advanced problem-solving in AI, robotics, and automation for research applications.
• Ability to translate complex research needs into practical lab solutions.
• Effective communicator, able to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

The terms of employment are competitive and include housing and educational subsidies for children. Applications will be accepted immediately and candidates will be considered until the position is filled. To be considered, all applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcript of degree, research statement (except for Research Assistant positions, and at least 2 letters of recommendation, all in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email: [email protected].

About NYUAD:

NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York, and NYU Shanghai, form the backbone of NYU?s global network university, an interconnected network of portal campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, one in which the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation, and sharing, through its academic, research, and creative activities.

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