Description
Job description / Role
Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
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Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
Research & Development (R&D)
Company Industry
Education & Training
About NYU Abu Dhabi
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
New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) seeks to recruit a Junior Research Scientist to join the Social Science Experimental Laboratory (SSEL). SSEL is an interdisciplinary center that conducts experimental research in social sciences. The lab currently has a large participant pool from the NYUAD community, students from other local universities, and participants from the general public. The basic research tool used at SSEL is laboratory experimentation, in which participants engage in decision-making tasks in order to test different aspects of human behavior as well as interactions between humans and machines. Experiments are conducted at SSEL’s state-of-the-art facilities on campus, online, via surveys, and third-party contractors. The ideal candidate is someone who is deeply committed to research, values interdisciplinary research, and is able to work smoothly in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Responsibilities:
Help in designing and programming experimental research tools and materials on a project-specific basis
Assist in testing and running experimental studies at the Social Science Experimental Laboratory (SSEL) and online
Handle subject pool recruitment payments and other experiment logistics
Assist in data collection and analysis
Assist in management duties of the laboratory, such as writing memos, briefs, minutes, and organizing activities
Assist in developing content for SSEL’s media presence and handle social media engagement as well as other sources of public outreach
Review, summarize, interpret, and present results from existing research in the social sciences
Required skills and experience:
Written and oral command of English
Programming skills and knowledge of software such as Z-tree, O-tree, Java, Stata, R, Qualtrics, Python
Minimum one year experience living in the UAE
Previous experience in experimental and survey research
Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with people from diverse cultural backgrounds
Ability to work independently and take initiative and a desire for learning in a quick-paced environment
Required education
Bachelor’s degree
Preferred education:
Degree related to Social Science or Computer Science, or a related field
Preferred experience
Previous experience with study participant recruitment and/or outreach activities
Previous experience in student development
Previous experience with internal communications
Demonstrated ability to engage with large language models (artificial intelligence) in prompting, tokenization, and model evaluation tasks
The terms of employment are very 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, applicants must submit a one-page cover letter that responds to the required skills and experiences described above, current CV, transcript of degree, and two recommendation letters, all in PDF format.
About NYU Abu Dhabi
NYU 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, intellectually passionate, and committed to building a campus environment anchored in mutual respect, understanding, and care. 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.
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.
Join NYU Abu Dhabi, an exceptional place for exceptional people. NYUAD values belonging and respect; such principles are fundamental to the university’s commitment to excellence. NYUAD is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and seek individuals who will contribute to our vibrant, multidisciplinary research and teaching community. Multidisciplinary research and exceptional teaching in a global campus community are hallmarks of the University’s mission.
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