453 AI jobs in Saudi Arabia

**Responsibilities**
- Provide expertise in the design and implementation of the department policies and procedures covering all areas of activity ensuring results achievement effectively and efficiently.
- Provide guidance in the identification and implementation of opportunities for continuous improvement of systems, processes, and practices
- Remain abreast of the department leading practice and new trends, and identify recommendations for corrective measures, updates and improvements where required
- Establish working relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders.
- Provide expertise and guidance in identifying stakeholder engagement barriers and recommend best courses of action.
- Actively gain exposure and insights to local market development, business opportunities and the existing regulatory landscape
- Manage, guide, and assist team to perform operations in accordance with set policies and procedures
- Collaborate with Human Resources function to identify and recruit talent for the department
- Set performance objectives, provide necessary support, evaluate / appraise incumbents and provide regular feedback on performance
- Promote a high-performance working environment embracing the organization values
- Manage the department projects
- Share progress, lessons learned, and achievements with the the department Director
- Promote an innovative culture across the organization
- Organize seminars and workshops around innovation topics to inspire the organization employees
- Work with the Innovation team members to add any additional analytical or statistical or data science capabilities to the statistical product/project
- Create close relationships with stakeholders to anticipate & answer questions that might be asked by executives
- Guide the development of data analysis guidelines and plans, and identify potential partners and external experts to support on the organization data analysis initiatives and projects
- Assess and prioritize business needs and data analysis challenges, propose relevant solutions and support in the development of business cases for new data analysis initiatives / projects
- Review and assess technical proposals to provide expert opinion and recommendations as required, and engage with concerned stakeholders as needed for presentations
- Oversee the coordination between concerned internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment on data analysis requirements and expectations
- Support in developing implementation plans for data analysis projects and initiatives, provide expert opinion as needed and ensure communication and alignment between concerned stakeholders
- Direct data gathering, provide advice on the data collected from multiple sources and recommend new data sources when needed
- Oversee the portfolio of data analysis projects and initiatives, and provide guidance and consultations as needed
- Oversee the development, testing and implementation of technical solutions while ensuring alignment with pre-defined guidelines, requirements, and expectations
- Guide the coordination between internal and external stakeholders throughout the data analysis lifecycle and resolve escalated issues as needed
- Oversee data analysis projects and initiatives to ensure compliance with pre-set guidelines and plans, and resolve escalated issues as needed
- Review finalized data analysis outcomes and reports and evaluate against requirements and expectations to direct needed corrections or changes
- Guide the development of periodical reports and provide expert opinion as needed to address issues and close gaps identified by low performing KPIs

**Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s Degree in Big Data and Analytics or equivalent is required
- Master’s Degree in Big Data and Analytics or equivalent is preferred
- 8+ years of experience in a Data Science field

**Skills**
- Advanced English spoken and written
- Undergo Written tests.
- Experience influencing product strategy through analyses and data-centric presentations using visualizations.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to interact cross-functionally.
- Adaptable to a dynamic and rapidly changing workload

This is an onsite position to teach students in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Travel to the jobsite will be required and it will be a contract role for 4-6 months. All necessary business travel expenses will be handled by Coding Dojo._

As a Teaching Assistant, you will support the bootcamp instructors in teaching, lecturing, live demos and more. The position may include refining and creating courses to be released to Coding Dojo boot camp students.

**Responsibilities**
- Support Instructors by taking attendance, grading, and assisting with lectures, live demos, and labs
- Conduct configuration reviews and provide feedback to students as necessary
- Enforce the 20-minute rule
- Conduct frequent check-ins with students (every 20 minutes depending) to identify what students are working on, support their learning, and provide feedback
- Create and sustain a fun atmosphere for learning
- Support students remotely via Zoom & chat forums
- Provide student feedback to the instructor

**Core Competencies**
- Desire to help and explain concepts to students
- Enthusiasm - exhibits passion and excitement overwork. Has a can-do attitude
- Calm under pressure - maintains stable performance even when under heavy pressure or stress
- Intelligence - demonstrates the ability to quickly and proficiently understand and absorb new information
- Communication - can break down complex concepts in a simple, easy to understand the manner
- Humble - respectful of everyone
- Excellent oral and written communications skills

**Minimum Requirements**
- Bachelor's degree in data science, engineering, mathematics, statistics, or related degree from an accredited college or university
- 1 year of industry experience working in a data science role (e.g. Data Management, Data Governance, Data Scientist, Data Analyst, etc.)
- Reliable internet connection and equipment to perform all job duties

**Benefits**
- Once-in-a-lifetime chance to travel to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- All necessary travel expenses paid (plane ticket, living quarters, etc.)
- Excellent entry into portfolio/resume/CV
- Support from world class network of teaching staff
- Experience the technology and skills without the stress of actual development/engineering
- Be a part of the mission to diversify the tech industry
- Be on the cutting edge of new program development
- Work with students and staff from around the world
- Share your experience and knowledge with future generations

**About Coding Dojo**

Coding Dojo is a global education technology company that offers a three full-stack web development Bootcamp, as well as courses on Data Science and other emerging technologies. Our innovative curriculum and Learning Management System is designed to train students to become self-sufficient developers, regardless of their technical background. We also make it our mission to support underserved communities and increase diversity in the tech industry.

This position is a rare opportunity to join a rapidly growing company and make a positive impact in many people's lives. At Coding Dojo we pride ourselves on possessing a culture of execution that caters to wavemakers rather than wave riders. If you are interested in joining a diverse and dynamic team who values speed, continuous improvement, measurement, focus, accountability, and “attacking the gap”, you will feel right at home at Coding Dojo.
- Coding Dojo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Coding Dojo is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities._

Adjunct/Visiting Faculty Position - Data Science

The KSPP is a newly established graduate school that offers master’s and executive education programs. The first cohort of master’s students commenced their graduate studies in the fall of 2024. Situated in the thriving capital city of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on the state-of-the-art KAPSARC campus, the KSPP is well-placed to offer students an exceptional educational experience.

The KSPP’s vision is to be a world-class education and research institution that prepares the next generation of public policy leaders and professionals within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and globally. To achieve this vision, the school is committed to providing high-quality educational programs and creating a bridge between academia, industry, and government. As the first public policy school in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the KSPP is uniquely positioned to offer public policy degrees focusing on management and leadership, energy and climate policy, and data analytics. By providing concentrations in these areas, the school aims to help students develop the skills and knowledge necessary to address pressing policy challenges and make a meaningful impact in their communities and beyond.

The KAPSARC School of Public Policy (KSPP) invites applications for an Adjunct/Visiting faculty position in Data Science. We welcome candidates from any subfield of Data Science, including those with research interests that intersect with political science, decision science, and/or economics. The KSPP offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including children’s educational support, housing support, and premier health insurance.

Responsibilities:

1. The successful candidate will be expected to carry out impactful research, teach courses related to the candidate’s research field, contribute to core courses and/or electives in public sector management and leadership, supervise capstone projects, and contribute to the overall academic environment of the School.

Qualifications:

1. PhD or equivalent degree in data science or similar discipline and strong teaching, research, and service record.

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**Data Science Instructor_Teaching Assistant**

**(Onsite in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia)**

**This is an onsite position to teach students in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Travel to the Jobsite will be required and it will be a contract role for 4-6 months. All necessary business travel expenses will be handled by Coding Dojo.**

**As an instructor, you will lead your own cohort. This position includes training through more complex projects, online/on-site classroom support, teaching, lecturing, live demos, and more. The position may include refining and creating courses to be released to Coding Dojo boot camp students.**

**Responsibilities**
- **Reviewing lecture content and preparing to instruct the class if needed (daily)**
- **Taking attendance (if TA is not present, daily)**
- **Assisting with the morning session (daily)**
- **Assisting with the afternoon session (daily)**
- **Moving through online breakout rooms to assist students (daily)**
- **Reviewing and leaving feedback on assignments (daily)**
- **Deliver instruction on data science, data analytics, machine learning, Python, SQL, statistics, probability, and data engineering**
- **Facilitate group discussions, demos, and in-class activities**
- **Follow industry trends in big data, deep learning, machine learning, and AI**
- **Play a hands-on role in curriculum development, and use what you learn from working with students to make the curriculum world-class**
- **Gather and report on student metrics**
- **Work alongside Coding Dojo’s Online Instruction team to deliver remote training.**
- **Participate in professional training, so you stay fresh!**
- **Responsible for potential deployment with new or existing Coding Dojo clients with the ability to contextualize work based on client requests**

**Core Competencies**
- **Experience in teaching, mentoring, industry training, online/classroom instruction**
- **Excellent troubleshooting skills, self-motivated, results-driven, and well-organized**
- **Excellent oral and written communications skills**

**Minimum Requirements**
- **Masters or Ph.D. in data science, engineering, mathematics, statistics, or related degree from an accredited college or university**
- **3 years of industry experience working in a data science role (e.g. Data Management, Data Governance, Data Science Instructor, or Data Analyst)**
- **Reliable internet connection and equipment to perform all job duties**

**Benefits**
- **Once-in-a-lifetime chance to travel to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia**
- **All necessary travel expenses paid (plane ticket, living quarters, etc.)**
- **Excellent entry into portfolio/resume/CV**
- **Support from a world-class network of teaching staff**
- **Experience the technology and skills without the stress of actual development/engineering**
- **Be a part of the mission to diversify the tech industry**
- **Be on the cutting edge of new program development**
- **Work with students and staff from around the world**
- **Share your experience and knowledge with future generations**

**Salary**: ﷼50,000.00 - ﷼100,000.00 per year

COVID-19 considerations:
About Coding Dojo
Coding Dojo is a global education technology company that offers a three full-stack computer programming Bootcamp, as well as courses on Data Science and other emerging technologies. Our innovative curriculum and Learning Management Syste

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Riyadh: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

Application Question(s):

- 3 years of industry experience working in a data science role

**About the role**:
Are you an avid technologist who enjoys solving and driving complex Data & Analytics challenges? Are you hungry to thrive in a fast paced entrepreneurial engineering environment and take ownership for critical technical and business decisions that directly impact EPAM and our clients?

As one of the world’s leading digital transformation service providers, we expanding our Data teams in the Middle East to meet increasing client demand for our services. We are open to hiring people at Senior Manager or Director level within the Data Science Consulting & Data Analytics Practice with a specific focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML).

The roles offer exciting opportunities to work with leading-edge data technologies, deliver AI/ML driven solutions, play a highly visible role across the business, whilst partnering closely with clients across various industries and our Data teams globally.

We offer a hybrid work environment - working in an EPAM office, on client site and from home depending on the projects you will be aligned to.

RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide technical leadership and strategic direction expertise in AI/ML, driving the design, development, and implementation of AI/ML solutions for clients
- Lead the identification of new AI/ML opportunities, either through selling solutions or securing funding, by leveraging your technical expertise and engaging senior decision-makers
- Shape data solutions and properly scope, price engagements, establishing optimal operating models and project team organisation and leading the transition from the sales process to the delivery phase
- Foster and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring their satisfaction through effective project delivery, clear communication and timely issue resolution
- Engage client executives up to C-level, helping them drive enterprise-wide agenda to maximize growth
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members, fostering their professional growth and development in AI/ML
- Stay updated with the latest advancements in AI/ML and emerging technologies, proactively recommending new approaches and methodologies to address challenges in the space/markets and geographies in which the clients operate
- Support pre-sales activities by assessing Data opportunities, responding to RFP’s, creating proposals and presentations

**REQUIREMENTS**:

- Bachelor's or Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field or extensive relevant work experience
- Fluent English speaker with Arabic being a strong advantage
- Strong experience in a senior or leadership role within Data Science & Data Analytics Technology Consulting
- Proven track record in designing and implementing AI/ML, Generative AI, MLOps solutions
- Technical proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or Java, and ML libraries/frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn
- Solid understanding of ML algorithms, data pre-processing, feature selection and model evaluation techniques
- Demonstrated experience in engaging and influencing senior stakeholders to secure funding or sell AI/ML projects
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences, capable of collaborating with cross-functional teams in different geographies and building strong lasting relationships
- Confident in expressing points-of-view, making recommendations and presenting analysis and recommendations up to board level where appropriate
- Ideally experience in pre-sales or supporting sales teams

WE OFFER
- Competitive compensation depending on experience and skills
- General Organization for Social Insurance (GOSI)
- Regular performance feedback and salary reviews
- Private healthcare and life insurance
- End of service gratuity
- Annual air travel tickets for expatriates
- Global travel medical and accident insurance
- Referral bonuses
- Flexible schedule and work from home opportunities (depending on the project)
- Great learning and development opportunities, including in-house professional training, career advisory and coaching, sponsored professional certifications, well-being programs, LinkedIn Learning Solutions and much more

ABOUT EPAM
- EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential

Join to apply for the Data Science Consultant – Gen AI Specialist role at EPAM Systems .

EPAM is driving digital transformation across the Middle East, and we’re expanding our Data Practice in Saudi Arabia to meet the rising demand for cutting-edge Generative AI (Gen AI) and advanced data solutions.

We are looking for an experienced Data Science Consultant with a strong focus on Gen AI applications across industries but with a strong preference for the oil and gas industry. In this role, you will design, deploy and optimize AI-driven solutions, helping organizations unlock new opportunities and navigate the evolving AI landscape.

If you are passionate about leveraging AI to solve complex business challenges and create real impact, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of AI-driven innovation.

Responsibilities

• Partner with clients across industries to define and execute Gen AI strategies that align with their business goals
• Design and implement innovative AI-driven products, including customer personalization tools, demand forecasting systems, dynamic pricing solutions and operational automation
• Lead the development, deployment and monitoring of Gen AI/ML models with a strong focus on MLOps, operational scalability and model lifecycle management
• Leverage Gen AI technologies, including Large Language Models (LLMs) and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), to solve industry-specific challenges such as supply chain optimization, risk assessment, predictive maintenance and enhanced customer engagement
• Communicate AI strategies, opportunities and risks effectively with senior executives and cross-functional teams
• Ensure AI solutions are fair, explainable and aligned with responsible AI practices
• Work closely with legal and compliance teams to navigate industry regulations and other emerging AI governance frameworks
• Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging Gen AI technologies and evolving regulatory landscapes
• Contribute to pre-sales activities, including client presentations, product demos and responses to RFPs/RFIs

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics or a related field; Ph.D. is a plus
• Extensive experience in data science roles with demonstrable impact across the Oil and Gas industry; experience in IT consulting is highly desirable
• Expertise in Gen AI, including Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and advanced AI applications
• Strong understanding of AI/ML tools and platforms such as Azure, AWS, GCP, Databricks, MLFlow and Streamlit
• Proficiency in Python and experience with frameworks like Airflow, Plotly Dash or similar tools
• Proven track record of implementing responsible AI practices, addressing bias and ensuring model explainability
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex AI concepts into actionable insights for senior business leaders
• Familiarity with AI regulatory frameworks and other relevant compliance standards

We offer

• General Organization for Social Insurance (GOSI)
• Private healthcare and life insurance
• End of service gratuity
• Annual air travel tickets for expatriates
• Corporate Programs including Employee Referral Program with rewards
• Learning and development opportunities including in-house training and coaching, professional certifications, over 22,000 courses on LinkedIn Learning Solutions and much more
• All benefits and perks are subject to certain eligibility requirements

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Business Development, Information Technology, and Engineering

Industries

• Software Development and IT Services and IT Consulting

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Overview

Join to apply for the Principal (Director) Data Science Consultant Practice Lead role at EPAM Systems .

EPAM is driving digital transformation across the Middle East and we’re expanding our Data Practice in Saudi Arabia to meet the rising demand for cutting-edge Generative AI (Gen AI) and advanced data solutions.

We are looking for an experienced Principal (Director) Data Science Consultant Practice Lead with a strong focus on Gen AI applications across industries. In this role, you will design, deploy and optimize AI-driven solutions, helping organizations unlock new opportunities and navigate the evolving AI landscape.

If you are passionate about leveraging AI to solve complex business challenges and create real impact, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of AI-driven innovation.

The role offers exciting opportunities to play a highly visible role in partnership with the wider European data leadership teams to drive growth in the region.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and strategic direction expertise with clients across industries to define and execute Gen AI strategies that align with their business goals
• Design and implement innovative AI-driven products, including customer personalization tools, demand forecasting systems, dynamic pricing solutions and operational automation
• Lead the development, deployment and monitoring of Gen AI/ML models with a strong focus on MLOps, operational scalability and model lifecycle management
• Leverage Gen AI technologies, including Large Language Models (LLMs) and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), to solve industry-specific challenges such as supply chain optimization, risk assessment, predictive maintenance and enhanced customer engagement
• Communicate AI strategies, opportunities and risks effectively with senior executives and cross-functional teams
• Ensure AI solutions are fair, explainable and aligned with responsible AI practices
• Work closely with legal and compliance teams to navigate industry regulations
• Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging Gen AI technologies and evolving regulatory landscapes
• Contribute to pre-sales activities, including client presentations, product demos and responses to RFPs/RFIs

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics or a related field or extensive relevant work experience
• Extensive experience in data science leadership roles with demonstrable impact across various industries. Experience in IT consulting is highly desirable
• Able to act as a driving force in developing and expanding the Middle East Practice footprint in partnership with the wider Data leadership teams
• Expertise in Gen AI, including Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and advanced AI applications
• Strong understanding of AI/ML tools and platforms such as Azure, AWS, GCP, Databricks, MLFlow and Streamlit
• Proficiency in Python and experience with frameworks like Airflow, Plotly Dash or similar tools
• Proven track record of implementing responsible AI practices, addressing bias and ensuring model explainability
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex AI concepts into actionable insights for senior business leaders
• Familiarity with AI regulatory frameworks
• Experience in pre-sales or supporting sales teams
• Arabic speaking skills is an advantage

We offer

• General Organization for Social Insurance (GOSI)
• Private healthcare and life insurance
• End of service gratuity
• Annual air travel tickets for expatriates
• Corporate Programs including Employee Referral Program with rewards
• Learning and development opportunities including in-house training and coaching, professional certifications, over 22,000 courses on LinkedIn Learning Solutions and much more
• All benefits and perks are subject to certain eligibility requirements

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Business Development, Information Technology, and Engineering
• Industries: Software Development and IT Services and IT Consulting

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Join to apply for the Principal (Director) Data Science Consultant Practice Lead role at EPAM Systems

Join to apply for the Principal (Director) Data Science Consultant Practice Lead role at EPAM Systems

EPAM is driving digital transformation across the Middle East and we’re expanding our Data Practice in Saudi Arabia to meet the rising demand for cutting-edge Generative AI (Gen AI) and advanced data solutions.

We are looking for an experienced Principal (Director) Data Science Consultant Practice Lead with a strong focus on Gen AI applications across industries. In this role, you will design, deploy and optimize AI-driven solutions, helping organizations unlock new opportunities and navigate the evolving AI landscape.

If you are passionate about leveraging AI to solve complex business challenges and create real impact, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of AI-driven innovation.

The role offers exciting opportunities to play a highly visible role in partnership with the wider European data leadership teams to drive growth in the region.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and strategic direction expertise with clients across industries to define and execute Gen AI strategies that align with their business goals
• Design and implement innovative AI-driven products, including customer personalization tools, demand forecasting systems, dynamic pricing solutions and operational automation
• Lead the development, deployment and monitoring of Gen AI/ML models with a strong focus on MLOps, operational scalability and model lifecycle management
• Leverage Gen AI technologies, including Large Language Models (LLMs) and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), to solve industry-specific challenges such as supply chain optimization, risk assessment, predictive maintenance and enhanced customer engagement
• Communicate AI strategies, opportunities and risks effectively with senior executives and cross-functional teams
• Ensure AI solutions are fair, explainable and aligned with responsible AI practices
• Work closely with legal and compliance teams to navigate industry regulations
• Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging Gen AI technologies and evolving regulatory landscapes
• Contribute to pre-sales activities, including client presentations, product demos and responses to RFPs/RFIs

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics or a related field or extensive relevant work experience
• Extensive experience in data science leadership roles with demonstrable impact across various industries. Experience in IT consulting is highly desirable
• Able to act as a diving force in developing and expanding the Middle East Practice footprint in partnership with the wider Data leadership teams
• Expertise in Gen AI, including Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and advanced AI applications
• Strong understanding of AI/ML tools and platforms such as Azure, AWS, GCP, Databricks, MLFlow and Streamlit
• Proficiency in Python and experience with frameworks like Airflow, Plotly Dash or similar tools
• Proven track record of implementing responsible AI practices, addressing bias and ensuring model explainability
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex AI concepts into actionable insights for senior business leaders
• Familiarity with AI regulatory frameworks
• Experience in pre-sales or supporting sales teams
• Arabic speaking skills is an advantage

We offer

• General Organization for Social Insurance (GOSI)
• Private healthcare and life insurance
• End of service gratuity
• Annual air travel tickets for expatriates
• Corporate Programs including Employee Referral Program with rewards
• Learning and development opportunities including in-house training and coaching, professional certifications, over 22,000 courses on LinkedIn Learning Solutions and much more
• *All benefits and perks are subject to certain eligibility requirements

Seniority level

• Seniority level Director

Employment type

• Employment type Full-time

Job function

• Job function Business Development, Information Technology, and Engineering
• Industries Software Development and IT Services and IT Consulting

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Physical Science and Engineering Division

Organisation/Company KAUST Department Physical Science and Engineering Division Research Field Geosciences » Geology Geosciences » Other Mathematics » Statistics Mathematics » Other Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Recognised Researcher (R2) Established Researcher (R3) Positions Postdoc Positions Country Saudi Arabia Application Deadline 31 May 2026 - 23:59 (Asia/Riyadh) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 40 Offer Starting Date 1 Jun 2025 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Professor Max Frenzel is currently recruiting for a 2-year Post-doc position (extendable) to join the new Mineral Exploration and Exploitation Group at KAUST. The focus of the position will be on the development of new methods integrating a variety of data types (remote sensing, geology, geophysics, geochemistry) for geological modelling and advanced exploration targeting of mineral deposits. These workflows will then be applied in relevant Saudi Arabian contexts to help discover new ore deposits.

The position will combine techniques from geological modelling, geostatistics, machine learning, and potentially geophysics (inversion) to develop new exploration targeting methods. These will be designed to make the most of the excellent outcrop conditions in Saudi Arabia, which means that a particular focus will be placed on the use of remote sensing data. Other relevant data types are geological maps, geophysical surveys (gravity, electromagnetic, seismic), and soil or stream sediment geochemistry. In terms of the application to specific regions in Saudi Arabia, the candidate will be free to choose their own case study(s). The willingness to collaborate closely with local exploration companies is expected.

Saudi Arabia is a fast-developing country offering unparalleled opportunities in mineral resources and other geoscience-related fields. In particular, the recent opening of Saudi Arabia for international exploration companies has led to a substantial increase of activity in the mineral exploration sector. Given the great geological potential of Saudi Arabia for different types of mineral deposits, it is probably the country with the most exciting mineral exploration opportunities right now.

• Excellent coding skills in python, R, or another relevant language are expected, as demonstrated by previously completed projects.
• Strong candidates will also have a firm background in geostatistics, geospatial modelling, and/or data science.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English are required, as evidenced by a strong publication and conference presentation record.
• In addition, candidates should hold a driver’s licence or be willing to acquire one, and should be willing to undertake fieldwork.
• Experience in the mineral resource sector is desirable but not essential.
• Experience in conducting UAV surveys is desirable but not essential.
• A completed PhD is sufficient for appointment as a postdoctoral researcher. For appointment as a research scientist, additional research experience of at least 2 years is required in the relevant areas highlighted above.

Specific Requirements

English (C1 / IELTS 7.0 equivalent or better)

Level Good

Research Field Physics » OtherGeosciencesEngineering » Geological engineering Years of Research Experience None

Additional Information

The position will include a competitive salary based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience; benefits include medical and dental insurance, free housing on the KAUST campus, an annual travel allowance, 30 paid vacation days, and other generous benefits. KAUST is a vibrant and international community, with many opportunities for social, sporting, and learning activities outside of work.

The successful applicant will be associated with the new Mineral Exploration and Exploitation Group at KAUST. The group will commence work in August 2025. Its main aim is to contribute to the development of mineral resources in Saudi Arabia by developing innovative approaches to mineral exploration, mining, and mineral processing. The working group will initially consist of 1 PhD student and 2 MSc students, but is projected to grow to 2 postdocs (incl. this positions), 3 PhD students, and a variable number of MSc students. In addition, KAUST provides a highly collaborative research environment, and active engagement of the holder of the position in collaborative activities within and outside of the research group will be strongly encouraged and supported.

Eligibility criteria

Applicants must hold a PhD degree in a relevant discipline, as listed above, and must demonstrate fluency in English in writing, speaking and listening at the indicated level

Selection process

Received applications will be reviewed and suitable candidates interviewed on a rolling basis, starting from June 1, 2025.

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