KAPSARC School of Public Policy Faculty Position in Data Science (Riyadh)
KAPSARC has an open vacancy on its official careers portal. Here is a plain summary of who it suits, what it asks for and how to apply safely.
Quick answer
In short: a full-time education role in Riyadh. PhD holders in data science or a related field. No nationality restriction is stated. No deadline stated (posted 23 Sep 2026). Apply only through the official link below.
Vacancy at a glance
- Employer: KAPSARC (King Abdullah Petroleum Studies and Research Center) – KAPSARC School of Public Policy
- Location: Riyadh, Riyadh Region
- Type: Full time
- Deadline: No deadline stated (posted 23 Sep 2026)
- Verified on: 13 Oct 2026 (to be re-checked on 14 Oct 2026)
Who this role is for
PhD holders in data science or a related field. No nationality restriction is stated.
What the job involves
- Teach core and elective graduate courses such as data science, data visualisation, programming, machine learning, AI and civic technology.
- Publish in highly ranked journals and academic presses.
- Contribute to the school’s wider academic life, with research linked to the public sector, public affairs or economics.
Requirements, as stated
- A PhD in data science or a related field.
- A strong theoretical grounding and excellent methods skills.
- A publishing record or clear potential in top journals.
- Potential for effective graduate-level teaching.
The advert describes a competitive salary and benefits package including children’s education support, housing support, health insurance and a 2:1 teaching load. No salary figure is given.
About the employer
The KAPSARC School of Public Policy (KSPP) sits on the KAPSARC campus in Riyadh. The school describes itself as the first in the Kingdom dedicated to graduate study and executive education in public policy, with concentrations in management and leadership, energy and climate policy, and data analytics. Roles are posted on KAPSARC’s own careers site, which is the only place to apply.
Tips before you apply
- Match the advert’s wording. Mirror the subject areas the advert lists in your cover letter, and say plainly which one you fit.
- Get documents in order first. Scan transcripts and certificates into single combined files, as portals of this kind often ask for one upload per document type.
- Check your referees. Tell the people you name that the employer may contact them, and confirm their current email addresses.
- Keep records. Save the advert text and your submission confirmation, because postings without a closing date can be removed once filled.
How to apply
1
Open the official advert: https://careers.kapsarc.org/job/Riyadh-Faculty-Data-Science-Riya/853985723/.
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Read the full posting and the special instructions on the employer’s page.
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Click Apply and create or sign in to an account on the official portal.
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Upload the requested documents and answer any screening questions.
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Submit, then keep a copy of your confirmation.
Documents to prepare
- CV with publication list
- Cover letter
- Research and teaching statements
- Degree certificates
If your degree is from outside Saudi Arabia, start the equivalency process early. Our guide on writing a CV for Saudi employers can help you tidy your application, and new arrivals should also register a national address.
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Verification note
Verified on 13 Oct 2026: we opened the advert on the employer’s official portal and confirmed it was live with an Apply option. Source: https://careers.kapsarc.org/job/Riyadh-Faculty-Data-Science-Riya/853985723/. No closing date is shown, so the role may close without notice once filled. We re-check open vacancies weekly and mark closed ones clearly.
