King Abdullah University of Science and Technology – KAUST Faculty Positions and Internships are open now to Saudi and international researchers and students.
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King Abdullah University of Science and Technology
In Thuwal, Saudi Arabia, less than an hour’s drive north of Jeddah, on the Red Sea coast, KAUST is a graduate-only, international research institution with researchers from over 100 different countries. Outstanding research facilities, globally competitive pay, considerable research funding from KAUST, as well as other financing options through industrial partnerships, are all provided by KAUST. In order to tackle the most urgent scientific and technical challenges facing the globe, KAUST draws the top worldwide academics, scientists, engineers, and students.
Host Country | Saudi Arabia |
Host Institute | King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) |
Level | Postgraduate and Postdoc (including students) |
Eligible Nationality | All(including Saudi) |
Fellowship Type | Faculty Position |
Benefits | |
Duration | |
Closing Date | Various |
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Benefits of King Abdullah University of Science and Technology – KAUST Faculty Positions and Internships
KAUST provides its faculty members with attractive wages, research money, and a number of other benefits. Housing, medical care, help with moving, and funding for research initiatives are a few of these advantages.

Academic Fields:
KAUST offers faculty positions in a wide range of academic disciplines, including but not limited to:
- Computer Science
- Electrical and Computer Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Environmental Science and Engineering
- Biological and Environmental Science and Engineering
- Chemistry
- Mathematics and Statistics
- Physics
- Earth Science and Engineering
- Business Administration
- Material Science and Engineering
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Qualifications:
KAUST expects applicants for faculty jobs should be:
- Research Intern
- MS/PhD Student
- PhD Student
- Postdoctoral Fellow
- Research Scientist
Additionally, they must have a proven track record in research with publications in prestigious journals and conferences. Research dedication and teaching experience are crucial selection criteria.
Eligibility Criteria
A global research institution with a varied academic and student body, KAUST has an international environment. Candidates from all around the world can apply because English is the primary language of instruction and communication.
A successful faculty candidate at KAUST possesses a strong dedication to graduate teaching, a distinguished record in one of the University’s key research fields, and the ability to direct a team of researchers who have a significant impact on the field. The university welcomes all competent applicants to apply, both international and Saudi.
Documents/Material Required to Apply
The following documents are required to apply for KAUST Faculty Positions and Internships:
- A succinct cover letter outlining your reasons for applying;
- A comprehensive curriculum vitae that includes your email address
- A thorough transcript of all of your university-level grades.
KAUST Faculty Positions and Internships Application Procedure
KAUST Faculty Positions and Internships candidates must normally submit their applications via the university’s main website in order to be considered for a faculty position at KAUST. A cover letter, a curriculum vitae (CV), research and teaching statements, and reference letters can be needed for the application. Depending on the employment and academic department, there could be different special criteria.
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