Dean of Social Science

NYU Abu Dhabi
Full-time Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Postsecondary Teachers
Posted:
June 11, 2026
Location:
Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

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The Opportunity
New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) seeks an accomplished scholar and visionary leader to serve as its next Dean of the Division of Social Science. This is a rare opportunity to shape a dynamic academic division at a pivotal moment in the university’s evolution. The Dean will lead a vibrant community of scholars who advance foundational and applied research on some of the most pressing issues of our time - ranging from inequality, governance, and social change - within a highly international and interdisciplinary environment.


The Division
The Social Science Division is home to over 80 full-time faculty, including a Nobel Laureate in Economics and a vibrant community of post-doctoral researchers in Economics, Political Science, Social Research & Public Policy, Business Organizations & Society, and Legal Studies. The Division offers five undergraduate majors as well as graduate programs. Faculty conduct...

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Job Overview

Job Type: Full-time
Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Posted: June 11, 2026
Deadline: July 21, 2026