IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi invites applications for Assistant Professors in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence. The successful candidates will deliver high-quality teaching, mentor outstanding undergraduate and graduate students, pursue impactful, interdisciplinary research, and contribute to institution-building.

The institute currently offers a B.Tech. in Computer Science and is set to expand its program and research shaped by faculty expertise and the institute’s strategic vision. Built on the strong foundation of IIT Delhi’s globally ranked Computer Science program (QS 2025: #64) and Yardi School of Artificial Intelligence, IIT Delhi Abu Dhabi seeks to advance innovation, research, and global engagement in emerging technology domains. 

We invite applications in (but not limited to) the following areas:

• Security, Privacy and Reliability
• Quantum computing
• Systems (Distributed & Parallel computing, Operating Systems, Networks, Databases, Computer Architecture, Cloud Computing, Compilers, Cyber-physical)
• Formal Verification
• Machine Learning and Deep Learning
• NLP, Computer Vision, Multi-modal AI
• Data Science
• Multi-agent systems, Reinforcement Learning and Embodied AI
• Fairness and Ethics in AI.

Outstanding candidates in other areas of Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence will also be considered.

About IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi

IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi, the flagship international campus of IIT Delhi, ranked among the world’s top 30 in Engineering & Technology (QS 2025) is building a world-class STEM university focused on research, innovation, and societal impact. Faculty joining now will shape new programs, develop cutting-edge research infrastructure, and benefit from robust institutional support and seed funding. The campus offers unmatched professional growth, career mobility, and access to global industry and research networks.

Why Join IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi?

• Be part of a prestigious and rapidly growing institution with a strong commitment to research and academic excellence
• Enjoy attractive, tax-free compensation and benefits package
• Access to internal seed funding and institutional support for conducting world-class research
• Opportunity to design and work in state-of-the-art research laboratories
• Comprehensive medical insurance coverage
• Relocation and onboarding assistance, including travel assistance, visa facilitation and temporary accommodation to ensure a smooth transition

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, AI or related areas from a reputed institution
• Bachelor’s degree (B.S., B.Sc., B.Tech. or equivalent) in Science, Engineering, or Technology
• Candidate should have demonstrated high quality of research work and its impact and relevance to Computer Science and Engineering
• For Assistant Professor positions, we typically seek candidates with some post-doctoral experience. However, recent doctoral graduates may also be considered if they have an exceptional academic record

Interested candidates are invited to submit the following documents:

• Cover Letter: A detailed cover letter expressing the candidate’s interest in seeking a suitable position at IIT Delhi – Abu Dhabi, her/his career goals, and how her/his expertise and experience are relevant to the position applied for
• Curriculum Vitae: Must include name, contact details, education qualifications, employment experience, list of publications and patents, awards and recognitions, public service, etc.
• Research Statement (approximately 1,500 words)
• Teaching Statement (approximately 1,000 words)
• Top five publications that best demonstrate your research contributions
• Names and contact details of three referees, who have agreed to serve as references and may be contacted by IIT Delhi – Abu Dhabi

Applications should be submitted electronically to Application Portal only. For any help regarding application submission, please contact fac_recruit@iitdabudhabi.ac.ae.

IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We particularly welcome applications from UAE nationals. Members of historically underrepresented groups, women are encouraged.

About IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi

IIT Delhi – Abu Dhabi invites outstanding academics to join its pioneering international campus in the UAE, where global ambition meets academic excellence. As the flagship overseas extension of the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi), which is ranked among the world’s top 30 in Engineering & Technology, IIT Delhi – Abu Dhabi is building a vibrant, STEM-focused university dedicated to research, teaching, and positive societal impact. Faculty joining now will shape new programs, develop cutting-edge research infrastructure, and benefit from robust institutional support and seed funding. Our rapidly expanding campus offers unique opportunities to mentor exceptional students selected through world-class entrance exams, collaborate in a multicultural, inclusive environment, and foster innovation at the nexus of Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. IIT Delhi – Abu Dhabi offers unmatched professional growth, career mobility, and access to global industry and research networks. Faculty can expect small class sizes, interdisciplinary collaboration, and strong governmental commitment to growth and innovation. Faculty hired in the Abu Dhabi campus will enjoy a ve...ry natural and strong connection with the Delhi campus, and cross-fertilisation of ideas and initiatives between the two campuses is expected to take academics, research and innovation to a new level in the near future. If you are passionate about building a world-class academic institution from the ground up and making a transformative impact, join us at IIT Delhi – Abu Dhabi and help shape the future of international higher education.

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