KAUST Faculty Positions in Electrical and Computer Engineering (Thuwal)
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology 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 Thuwal. Open to all qualified candidates. KAUST says it welcomes international and Saudi applicants, and English is its official language. 31 Oct 2026, 11:59 PM US Eastern Time (about 06:59 on 1 Nov, Riyadh time); the search continues until the post is filled. Apply only through the official link below.
Vacancy at a glance
- Employer: King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
- Location: Thuwal, Makkah Region
- Type: Full time
- Deadline: 31 Oct 2026, 11:59 PM US Eastern Time (about 06:59 on 1 Nov, Riyadh time); the search continues until the post is filled
- Verified on: 15 Oct 2026, 08:24 Riyadh (CO to re-check on publish day)
Who this role is for
Open to all qualified candidates. KAUST says it welcomes international and Saudi applicants, and English is its official language.
What the job involves
- Teach graduate-level electrical and computer engineering courses.
- Build and lead a research group; priority areas are power electronics and power systems, robotics and autonomous systems, and digital integrated circuits.
- Hiring is at Assistant Professor rank, with exceptional Associate-level candidates considered.
Requirements, as stated
- A PhD in a topic related to the call.
- Exceptional research potential and the ability to attract external research funding.
- A strong commitment to teaching at graduate level.
- Readiness to build and lead a research group of postdocs and graduate students.
The advert mentions competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and access to research funding, but gives no salary figure, so we do not state one. Applications are only considered through the online Interfolio form.
About the employer
KAUST is an international, graduate-only research university on the Red Sea coast at Thuwal, north of Jeddah. Its adverts say English is its official language. Faculty roles are posted on its official faculty positions page, and applications go through the Interfolio form linked from there, 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
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Open the official advert: https://apply.interfolio.com/192595.
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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
- Cover letter
- Full CV with publication list
- Research statement and teaching statement
- At least 3 referees (letters are requested through Interfolio)
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.
Stay safe from job scams
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Verification note
Verified on 15 Oct 2026, 08:24 Riyadh: we opened the advert on the employer’s official portal and confirmed it was live with an Apply option. Source: https://apply.interfolio.com/192595. Apply before the stated deadline, as roles can close once filled. We re-check open vacancies weekly and mark closed ones clearly.
