Faculty of Mathematics and Data Science

Job Title: Post-doctoral Research Associate in AI and Bayesian Machine Learning for Sustainable Transport Systems

Project: Mapping and Modelling the Sustainability of Dubai’s Transport System (Dubai RDI-funded)
Duration: Fixed term of 2 years
Start date: 1 April 2026
Location: Emirates Aviation University, Dubai

Position Overview

The successful candidate will join the Faculty of Mathematics and Data Science at Emirates Aviation University in Dubai, contributing to cross-disciplinary research through the development of AI-driven and uncertainty-aware modelling approaches for sustainable urban transport systems. The role involves integrating transport, environmental, and climate-related data within a systems-based decision-support framework to enable robust, policy-relevant scenario analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of AI- and data-driven models to support sustainability and resilience assessment in urban transport systems.
• Support model calibration, validation, and scenario analysis using large and heterogeneous datasets.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary research teams to ensure alignment with real-world planning and policy needs.
• Assist in translating technical findings into clear, accessible insights for non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

• PhD in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field.
• Strong expertise in machine learning, probabilistic modelling, and data-driven analysis.
• Advanced computational skills, including proficiency in Python programming.
• Experience working with complex datasets and computational modelling tools.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary and applied research environments.

Application Process

Applicants should submit a CV and a short cover letter to recruitment@eau.ac.ae. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.