Post-Doctoral Associate in Transportation Systems and Urban Science

NYU Abu Dhabi is pioneering a new model of higher education
for a global world, dedicated to excellence in teaching and
research and to advancing cooperation and progress on humanity?s
shared challenges. Drawing on the strengths of the NYU global
network, it offers an outstanding liberal arts and sciences
education to students from the United Arab Emirates, the United
States, and around the world, with a distinctive focus on
intercultural understanding and leadership. It supports innovative
research and graduate education programs that push forward the
frontiers of knowledge and respond in powerful and
interdisciplinary ways to vital global and local
challenges.

Description

The Division of Engineering and the Center for Interacting Urban
Networks (CITIES) at New York University Abu Dhabi are inviting
applications for a Post-Doctoral Associate to join the research
group of Prof. Monica Menendez. The group focuses on monitoring,
modeling, and controlling the operations of multimodal
transportation systems. Particular attention is paid to new vehicle
technologies and data sources; as well as the combination of
traditional traffic flow theory concepts with new empirically
derived models and data science ideas.

Qualifications

Applicants must have received a PhD in engineering, computer
science, urban science, or a related field, and are still within
their first 5 years since receiving their PhD. Experience in
transportation, in particular related to urban science is required.
Additionally, excellent communication skills in English and
scientific creativity are essential.

Salary is dependent upon qualifications. The terms of employment
are very competitive and include a flexible working environment,
annual home-leave travel allowance, generous housing and relocation
benefits, medical insurance with access to world-class facilities,
as well as educational subsidies for children. Salaries are
tax-free in the UAE (for US tax, the Foreign Earned Income
Exclusion can be used). The researchers will have dedicated funds
for traveling, computing, publications, and access to excellent
world-class research facilities.

Application Instructions

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 with full
publication list, transcript, statement of research interests and
at least two reference letterst, all in PDF format.

Please visit our website at
https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/about/careers/postdoctoral-and-research.html
for instructions and information on how to apply.

If you have any questions, please email:
monica.menendez@nyu.edu.

About NYU Abu Dhabi

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Abu Dhabi is the first comprehensive liberal arts and research
campus in the Middle East to be operated abroad by a major American
research university. Times Higher Education ranks NYU among the top
30 universities in the world, making NYU Abu Dhabi the
highest-ranked university in the UAE and MENA region. NYU Abu Dhabi
has integrated a highly selective undergraduate curriculum across
the disciplines with a world center for advanced research and
scholarship. The university enables its students in the sciences,
engineering, social sciences, humanities, and arts to succeed in an
increasingly interdependent world and advance cooperation and
progress on humanity’s shared challenges. NYU Abu Dhabi’s
high-achieving students have come from over 120 countries and speak
over 100 languages. Together, NYU's campuses in New York, Abu
Dhabi, and Shanghai form the backbone of a unique global
university, giving faculty and students opportunities to experience
varied learning environments and immersion in other cultures at one
or more of the numerous study-abroad sites NYU maintains on six
continents.

NYUAD is committed to upholding a culture of non-discrimination,
anti-harassment, dignity, and mutual respect; providing equal
access and opportunity; and fostering academic excellence in
learning, research, and teaching.

Students are drawn from among the world’s best. They are bright,
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The NYUAD undergraduate student body has garnered an impressive
record of scholarships, graduate-school admissions, and other
global honors. Graduate education is an area of growth for the
University; the current graduate student population of over 100
students is expected to expand in the next decade as doctoral
programs are developed.

Working for NYUAD

At NYUAD, we recognize that Abu Dhabi is more than where you work;
it’s your home. In order for research staff to thrive, we offer a
comprehensive benefits package. This starts with a generous
relocation allowance; educational assistance for your dependents;
access to health and wellness services; and more. NYUAD is
committed to research staff success throughout the academic
trajectory, providing support for ambitious and world-class
research projects and innovative, interactive teaching approaches.
Support for dual-career families is a priority.

Visit our website for more information on benefits for you and your
dependents.

NYUAD is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications
from all qualified candidates and seek individuals who will
contribute to the excellence and vibrancy of our academic
community.

Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates. In line
with UAE regulations, Emirati candidates are encouraged to
apply.

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