Kawader Research Assistant Fellow - Planetary Science - U

Position Overview

New York University Abu Dhabi is seeking a Kawader Research Assistant Fellow to support the Emirates Mission to the Asteroid Belt, the UAE Space Agency's flagship deep‑space mission running through 2035. The role offers hands‑on involvement in planetary research, data analysis, and mission‑related activities within an international and multidisciplinary research environment, contributing directly to the UAE's national scientific and strategic objectives in space exploration.

Country: UAE
City:
Abu Dhabi
Industry: Research
Function:
Research
Salary: 12,000–18,000 AED per month
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality:
Any (UAE Nationals encouraged to apply)
Job Type: Full‑time

• Conduct research and data analysis aligned with the scientific objectives of the Emirates Mission to the Asteroid Belt in collaboration with NYUAD faculty, the UAE Space Agency, and international partners.
• Support laboratory experiments and numerical modeling related to asteroid science and deep‑space environments.
• Participate in mission‑related operations, coordination activities, and technical meetings with mission teams.
• Contribute to scientific writing, conference participation, and outreach activities supporting planetary science and national capability development.
• Engage in professional development activities and academic training to support future graduate studies.

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Physics, Astronomy, Planetary Science, Geology, Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated interest in planetary exploration, deep‑space missions, and scientific research.
• Prior research or laboratory experience is an advantage but not mandatory.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Scientific research and data analysis
• Numerical modeling and laboratory support
• Planetary science fundamentals
• Scientific writing and presentation
• Team collaboration and coordination

Full‑time paid research fellowship for up to three years. Mentorship from internationally recognized NYUAD faculty members. Direct participation in an active UAE Space Agency deep‑space mission. Exposure to high‑impact interdisciplinary research projects. Support for academic growth and preparation for graduate school applications.

New York University Abu Dhabi is a leading global research university and a core part of NYU's international academic network. Based in Abu Dhabi, NYUAD supports advanced research, innovation, and international collaboration across science, engineering, and space‑related disciplines, contributing to regional and global scientific advancement.