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Research Assistant in the Division of Engineering - Dr. Sandra Siby

Position Number: 6152139
Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Position Type: Engineering - Other Engineering

Research Assistant in the Division of Engineering - Dr. Sandra Siby

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Open Date: Apr 17, 2025
Deadline:

Description
The Haven laboratory of Dr. Sandra Siby, in the Division of Engineering, New York University Abu Dhabi, invites applications for a Research Assistant position in security and privacy.

The lab's mission is to provide individuals with control over their privacy and protection from digital threats. We aim to do this by (1) developing technological solutions that ensure user security and privacy without compromising on their online experience (2) working with different stakeholders to drive the adoption of policies that prioritize user protection. We want to work towards a future where digital services are inherently designed with user privacy and security at the forefront.

Current topics of interest include improving security/privacy/trust:

On the web
In on-device machine learning

More information on Dr. Siby's research is available at https://sandrasiby.github.io/ . The lab website can be found at https://sites.google.com/nyu.edu/haven-lab

The successful candidate will engage in research that includes applied machine learning, systems building, and internet measurements. This role is especially suited for individuals eager to contribute to the initial research directions and culture of a newly established lab.

Key Responsibilities:

Contribute to defining the lab's research directions and methodologies.
Lead and collaborate on high-impact research projects in applied security and privacy.
Work with undergraduate students, providing guidance on research projects.
Engage with academic and industry partners to advance the lab's research goals.

Qualifications:

A Bachelors in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline
Good programming and analytical skills, and willingness to work with new technologies/systems.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in cybersecurity/privacy, either within web technologies or applied machine learning.
Prior experience working on research projects.

For consideration, applicants need to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, transcript, and at least two recommendation letters, all in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email: sandra.siby@nyu.edu

The terms of employment are very competitive and include housing and educational subsidies for children. This position will be based at New York University in Abu Dhabi, and the candidate must be ready to relocate to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis and candidates will be considered until the position is filled.

About NYUAD:

NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York, and NYU Shanghai, form the backbone of NYU's global network university, an interconnected network of portal campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, one in which the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation, and sharing, through its academic, research, and creative activities.

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UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.

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