Junior Research Scientist or Research Engineer - Decision Support Systems - New York University Abu

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Junior Research Scientist or Research Engineer – Decision Support Systems – New York University Abu Dhabi – Abu Dhabi, UAEPosition OverviewNew York University Abu Dhabi is seeking a Junior Research Scientist or Research Engineer to join the HuDa Lab, a research group focused on building systems and tools that support data‑driven decision making. The role is ideal for candidates interested in systems building, tooling, and reproducible research, with strong emphasis on practical implementation and evaluation of novel ideas.Job DetailsCountry: UAE City: Abu Dhabi Industry: Higher Education Function: Research Salary: 14,000–22,000monthly (Market estimated) Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full‑timeThe successful candidate will contribute to the design, development, and evaluation of novel systems and tools for decision‑making support. Work will involve system implementation, algorithmic design, performance benchmarking, and user studies where appropriate. The role requires close collaboration with faculty and researchers, regular progress updates, and a strong commitment to open, reproducible research practices.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and build systems and tools for decision‑making supportImplement and evaluate algorithms and system componentsConduct comparative performance evaluations and/or user studiesMaintain high standards of coding quality and reproducible experimentationCollaborate with team members on scoped research projectsPresent research progress, findings, and challenges clearly and conciselyPrepare research outputs for publication and open‑source releaseMeet project milestones and research deadlinesCandidate RequirementsBachelor's degree in Computer Science or Computer EngineeringStrong experience in systems or tool building and algorithmic thinkingProficiency in Python and CExperience with data management, SQL, and declarative programmingBackground in systems, HCI, or AI and machine learning through coursework or projectsStrong problem‑solving and independent research skillsWhat We OfferCompetitive tax‑free salary in the UAEHousing allowance, medical insurance, and annual home leave allowanceEducational support for dependents where applicableDedicated funding for research travel, computing resources, and publicationsAccess to world‑class research facilities and infrastructureAbout the CompanyNew York University Abu Dhabi is a globally recognized research university and a core campus of NYU's international network. Located in Abu Dhabi, NYU Abu Dhabi brings together students and scholars from more than 120 countries, supporting cutting‑edge research and education across science, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and arts while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and global impact. #J-18808-Ljbffr