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The Centre for Interdisciplinary Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (CIDSAI) at NYU Abu Dhabi seeks to recruit a highly motivated Junior Research Scientist to work on topics in the theoretical foundations of data science and AI.

The selected candidate will be part of the Foundations Cluster of CIDSAI and will collaborate closely with Professor Saurabh Ray, and Professor Pierre Youssef. We are particularly interested in candidates with a strong mathematical background and expertise in one or more of the following areas:

High-dimensional probability and concentration/functional inequalities
Markov processes and stochastic analysis
Theoretical analysis of neural networks and deep learning
Foundations of reinforcement learning and bandit algorithms
Mathematical and algorithmic perspectives on large language models
Statistical learning theory and complexity analysis
Automated theorem proving and formal methods
Random matrix theory and its applications in modern AI systems

The appointment is for one year, with the possibility of renewal.

Requirements:

a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics or computer science with evidence of strong mathematical and computational skills

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, all applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcript of degree, a maximum three pages summary of research accomplishments and interests, and at least 2 letters of recommendation, all in PDF format.

Further questions may be directed to Professor Pierre Youssef at yp27@nyu.edu.

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Junior Research Scientist

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Saadiyat Marina District - Al Saadiyat Island - Saadiyat Marina District - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

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