New York University Abu Dhabi

Path 1 Kawader: Research Assistant - Research Kitchens

Posted: 19 hours ago

Job Description

The Arts and Humanities division is launching a new research initiative called “Research Kitchens.” These are spaces for nourishing interdisciplinary collaboration and research innovation, organized around four themes. We invite applications for the position of Research Assistant to participate in the kitchens for a period of up to 3 years.The successful candidate will support the interdisciplinary endeavours of four research spaces working on:Heritage, Memory, and MobilityThe Anthropocene: Urbanism, the Environment, and SustainabilityHuman Rights In and For the 21st CenturyResearch in Writing, Languages, and PedagogyThe RoleThe Research Assistant will provide extensive research support to all activities of the kitchens. The successful candidate can expect to be mentored by faculty/researchers during the duration of their tenure.Key Responsibilities:Duties include but are not limited to:Assists carrying out a variety of research activities (activities will be interdisciplinary by nature and will involve artistic endeavours).Assists in the design, management and reporting of multiple interdisciplinary projects to internal and external stakeholdersAssists in building relationships with existing and potential funders, research partners, research sites, etc.Assists with delivering programming for each kitchen such as seminars, working groups, workshops, etc.Assists in proposal/grant-writing, drafting progress reports, etc.Assists the research team with disseminating research results, helping to prepare manuscripts and presentations.EssentialRequired EducationBachelor Degree or Master of ArtsEssentialRequired Experience/SkillsKnowledge of research in the arts and humanities.Excellent written and verbal skills.Ability to work collegially with a wide range of faculty, staff, and external stakeholders.DesirableParticipation in research in the arts and humanities.Knowledge of/interest in working with creative artistic researchExperience in fundraising and grant writingApplications Must Include:CVStatement of Interest in the programProposal for a research project related to the Research Kitchens’ themesWriting or Artistic SampleTwo letters of recommendationUAE nationals are encouraged to applyThis position is under the NYUAD Kawader program, for details regarding the program, open dates, specific program requirements, and FAQ's please refer to our NYUAD Kawader webpage: https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/about/careers/postdoctoral-and-research/kawader-research-assistantship-program.htmlFor further information or questions regarding the position/program please contact nyuad.kawader@nyu.edu (due to the high volume of emails received, please allow 5 working days for a response)Equal Employment Opportunity StatementFor people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR: www.nyu.edu/it/gdprNYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.Sustainability Statement NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/sustainability

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