Summary
Riyadh Elm University is seeking a full-time Associate Professor for its Department of Artificial Intelligence in Riyadh. The role includes teaching AI, image processing and related subjects, supervising undergraduate and master's students, and contributing to curriculum development and academic service. The successful candidate will conduct and publish research, collaborate with academic and industry partners, and contribute to research funding. A PhD in AI, computer science or a related field is required; expertise in image processing and AI is central, while NLP expertise is preferred.
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Summary
Company:
Riyadh Elm University
Location:
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Department:
COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY AND BUSINESS
Sub Department:
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
Position/Job Title:
Associate Professor
Gender:
Male / Female
Job Requirment
Associate Professor, Artificial Intelligence Specialization, Natural Language Processing
We are looking for an experienced academic with a strong track record in image processing, computer vision, and AI-related fields, who can lead high-impact research and contribute to the advancement of AI knowledge and technology in academia and industry.
Position Summary: The Department of Artificial Intelligence, College of Technology and Business, at Riyadh Elm University, Saudi Arabia, invites applications for a full-time Associate Professor position specializing in Image Processing within the domain of Artificial Intelligence (AI). The successful candidate will join a dynamic and rapidly growing academic environment, contributing to high-quality research, innovative teaching, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Key Responsibilities:
• Deliver engaging lectures, labs, and tutorials in AI, Image Processing, and related areas using modern teaching methods.
• Supervise undergraduate and master’s students in final year projects, theses, and dissertations.
• Contribute to curriculum design and continuous academic program improvement aligned with industry trends.
• Conduct high-quality research in AI, Image Processing, and Computer Vision, with publications in top venues.
• Organize academic events such as workshops, seminars, and conferences to enhance departmental visibility.
• Collaborate across disciplines and with external academic and industry partners for teaching and research.
• Integrate AI tools like chatbots and automated grading systems into classroom teaching to boost engagement.
• Participate in academic service roles, including committees, policy development, and accreditation efforts.
Required Qualifications:
• PhD in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, or a closely related field.
• Proven research expertise in Image Processing and AI techniques (e.g., deep learning, pattern recognition, computer vision, generative models).
• Strong publication record in leading AI and image processing venues.
• Demonstrated experience in securing and managing research grants.
• Proven excellence in teaching and student supervision at the university level.
• Experience in mentoring junior faculty or research staff is desirable.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Strong research record in NLP with publications in top-tier conferences and journals.
• Expertise in modern NLP methods, including transformers and large language models.
• Experience in teaching, student supervision, and interdisciplinary or industry collaboration.
• Proven ability to secure research funding and contribute to open-source or applied NLP projects.