Why Join Our Department?
Cutting-Edge Research
Work on impactful problems at the intersection of AI, statistics, and climate science
World-Class Resources
Access to state-of-the-art computing infrastructure and collaborative networks
Global Collaboration
Partner with leading institutions like UChicago, Stanford, MIT, and ECMWF
Current Openings
Assistant Professor in Statistics and Machine Learning
Seeking candidates with strong research record in statistical learning, causal inference, or uncertainty quantification. Experience with climate or environmental applications preferred.
Apply Now →Postdoctoral Researcher – Climate AI
2-year position working on AI methods for climate model emulation and weather forecasting. Collaboration with ECMWF and University of Chicago.
Apply Now →Research Scientist – Causal Inference
Developing novel algorithms for causal discovery and inference in complex systems. PhD in Statistics, Computer Science, or related field required.
Apply Now →PhD Students – Multiple Positions
Fully funded PhD positions available in all research areas. Competitive stipend and benefits. Application for Fall 2026 admission now open.
Apply Now →Join Us As
PhD Program
Join our doctoral program and work on cutting-edge research in statistics and AI. Fully funded with competitive stipend.
Postdoctoral Fellowship
Two-year fellowship with opportunity to develop independent research agenda while collaborating with faculty.
Visiting Researcher
Opportunities for visiting scholars to spend 3-12 months collaborating on research projects.
How to Apply
For Faculty Positions
- Cover letter describing research interests and vision
- Curriculum vitae
- Research statement (3-5 pages)
- Teaching statement (1-2 pages)
- Three letters of recommendation
- Selected publications
For Postdoctoral Positions
- Cover letter outlining research interests
- Curriculum vitae
- Two letters of recommendation
- Representative publications
For PhD Admissions
- Complete online application through MBZUAI portal
- Official transcripts
- Three letters of recommendation
- Statement of purpose
- GRE scores (optional)
- English proficiency test (for international students)
Commitment to Diversity
MBZUAI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive academic community. We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women, underrepresented minorities, and candidates from diverse geographical regions. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our research and educational mission.