Dr. Saif Al Seiari joins Amity University Dubai as Academic President and Vice Chancellor

An accomplished scientist and policy maker, Dr. Saif Al Seiari is an Emirati leader with expertise in strategic roles. He holds a PhD in petroleum engineering from Imperial College London, and has held leadership positions in Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), the Petroleum Institute (Khalifa University), Abu Dhabi National Energy Company, PJSC (TAQA) and Abu Dhabi Water & Electricity Authority (ADWEA), where he served as Director General. He also serves as the Senior Advisor to the Executive Council of Abu Dhabi and maintains his seat on the boards of various public and private companies and committees.

Dr. Al Seiari said, “Since its establishment in 2011, Amity University Dubai’s growth, infrastructure and vision for the future, has been outstanding and ambitious. I look forward to playing a role in shaping new strategies and driving innovative education models that will further enhance student experience, partnerships and industry collaborations in research and teaching. We will endeavour to make Amity University Dubai, one of the region’s top universities.

“Dr Al Seiari is an outstanding leader, who has proven to have the strategic vision, intellectual credibility, academic knowledge and national understanding, to create an impact in higher education. His depth of experience and regional expertise make him an invaluable addition to Amity Education’s global leadership team.” said Dr. Atul Chauhan, Chancellor, Amity University. “His background in academia alongside his motivation to build a truly exceptional career is an inspiration to future generations. I have no doubt that he will be a great leader and role model to the Amity Community.”