💼 Full-Time Position

Path 1 Kawader: Research Assistant – Emirates Mission to the Asteroid Belt (EMA)

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New York University
📍 United States, ABU DHABI, United States
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Location
United States, United States
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Posted
June 29, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

NYU Abu Dhabi invites applications for a Kawader Research Assistant Fellow position to support the Emirates Mission to the Asteroid Belt (EMA) , the UAE Space Agency ’s flagship deep-space mission running through 2035. As an official mission partner, NYUAD provides key scientific and research support to EMA, and the selected Fellow will directly contribute to advancing the UAE’s scientific and strategic goals in planetary exploration.

This position provides hands-on experience in planetary research, data analysis, and participation in active mission-operations teams within an international, multidisciplinary environment.



What the Program Offers:
• Full-time paid research position for up to 3 years.
• Mentorship by internationally recognized NYUAD faculty members.
• Professional development and academic training opportunities.
• Participation in active UAE Space Agency mission operations.
• Exposure to interdisciplinary and ...