Precision and Personalized Medicine

Precision and Personalized Medicine - Open Rank Faculty Positions
Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence: Academic Affairs Division: School of Digital and Public Health
Description
Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) is looking for passionate and highly motivated Faculty. The successful candidates will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, mentoring students, contributing to curriculum development, and actively engaging in interdisciplinary research. Faculty members will also have the opportunity to collaborate with leading AI researchers, work on cutting-edge projects, and contribute to the university's growth as a hub for AI excellence.
The School of Public Health is expanding and aims to grow to 60 faculty members over the next 3-4 years. We invite candidates at all levels (Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor) to apply.
The School of Public Health is at the forefront of research at the intersection of Genomics, Personalized Medicine, Epidemiology, and Artificial Intelligence (AI). A key initiative within the school is the Human Phenotype Project—a groundbreaking, large-scale longitudinal cohort and biobank designed to identify novel molecular markers with diagnostic, prognostic, and therapeutic value. This project involves deep profiling of participants through comprehensive data collection on medical history, lifestyle and nutritional habits, vitals, anthropometrics, blood tests, continuous glucose and sleep monitoring, and multi-omic molecular profiling, including genetics, transcriptomics, microbiomics, metabolomics, and immune system markers. The school leverages this data and advanced AI and medical, and computational models to generate insights into disease mechanisms, identifying novel biomarkers and developing state-of-the-art predictive models for disease onset and progression. These models are translated into personalized prevention strategies and innovative therapeutic interventions. Research areas of interest include, but are not limited to:
Computational and Systems Biology
Medical and Health Informatics
Personalized Medicine
Foundation AI Models
Multi-omics and Integrative Data Analysis
Population-level Cohort and EHR Analysis
Epidemiology
Pandemics
Biomedical Imaging
The Department of Precision and Personalized Medicine is dedicated to transforming patient care by tailoring therapeutic and preventive strategies to individual genetic, molecular, and lifestyle profiles. Among its core focus areas are novel biomarker discovery, clinical translation of multi-omics data, advanced AI-driven therapeutic design, personalized diagnostics, and patient-specific treatment optimization. Leveraging the Human Phenotype Project's longitudinal cohort data—from in-depth clinical assessments to continuous monitoring of lifestyle and health indicators—faculty in this department develop predictive models and targeted interventions aimed at improving patient outcomes and revolutionizing healthcare delivery.
Faculty joining the department will have full access to unique datasets, including the Human Phenotype Project, enabling innovative research that pushes the boundaries of precision medicine. We invite candidates at all levels (Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor) to apply.
About MBZUAI – A Global Leader in AI Research and Education
MBZUAI is the world's first university dedicated exclusively to AI and is rapidly emerging as a global leader in the field. Since its establishment in 2020, MBZUAI has grown into a top-ranked AI institution, currently hosting 80+ world-class faculty and 330+ graduate students and ranking among the top 10 AI universities worldwide.
With ambitious plans to expand from 8 to over 20 AI departments and grow its faculty from 84 to 300 by 2030, MBZUAI is on a fast-track growth trajectory. By integrating academia, industry, and government collaboration, we are driving AI innovation to address real-world challenges in healthcare, sustainability, and beyond.
To further this vision, MBZUAI is launching its first Undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree programs next academic year and is actively hiring Teaching Faculty. Meanwhile, our Master's and PhD programs continue to expand, introducing new specializations in Statistics and Data Science, Computational Biology, and Human-Computer Interaction.
Why Join MBZUAI
Top-Tier Compensation: Competitive salaries aligned with leading global academic institutions
Funding: MBZUAI empowers researchers with resources and academic freedom, fostering groundbreaking AI advancements in an environment of innovation and independent inquiry.
Exceptional Benefits: Comprehensive health & life insurance, Relocation support for international faculty
State-of-the-Art Research Facilities: Cutting-edge AI labs and high-performance computing
Live in Abu Dhabi: World's safest city, year-round sunshine, rich culture, and modern amenities
Industry & Government Collaborations: Work with top AI researchers, leading tech firms, and policymakers
Qualifications
This position requires a PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field. Candidates should have demonstrated excellence in conducting innovative and impactful research, and an interest in mentoring students.
Application Instructions
To apply for this position, please submit the following items:
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Statement of research vision and interests
Statement of teaching interests, experience, and philosophy
List of publications and Google Scholar H-Index
Name and contact details for three referees (reference letters from applicants will not be accepted, each referee will be contacted to upload their reference letter via Interfolio).
MBZUAI's mission includes fostering a diverse academic community. MBZUAI is an equal opportunity employer. The university actively recruits faculty from around the world, aiming to create an international and inclusive environment that reflects a wide range of cultures and perspectives.
Be a part of AI's future – apply today at MBZUAI
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