Researcher · Advisor · Advocate

Nadia
Metoui

PhD · Responsible AI & Research services

I am currently transitioning from academic research to research sevices and open to research service, advisory, infrastructure and policy roles.

"If your dreams do not scare you, they are not big enough." — E.J. Sirleaf
Responsible AI Privacy & Data Research Funding Science Policy Advisory Responsible Research and Open Science Equity, Diversity, Inclusion
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Nadia Metoui
15+
Years in Research
20+
Publications
27
Partners (COST Proposal)
5
Countries Lived
6
Languages (C2/B1)
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About Me

I am a researcher in Responsible AI, Data and Digitalisation. I am transitioning from academic research to research sevices, infrastructues, advisory, and science policy. My work sits at the intersection of AI, privacy, and critical social theories.

As a former Marie Curie ITN fellow and active leader within the Marie Curie Alumni Association (MCAA), I have first-hand experience with EU funding mechanisms and science policy.

I grew up in Tunisia, have lived and worked in five countries, and bring cross-cultural skills to everything I do.

I am currently based in the Netherlands (actively studying Dutch, targeting B1) and open to research service, advisory, and policy roles.

Areas of expertise

Research Funding
MSCA / COST Action Proposal Writing EU Funding Landscape Consortia Management
Responsible AI & Policy
Privacy & GDPR AI Transparency Critical social theories Equity Diversity and Inclusion EDI Open Science
Technical
Python/ R/ Java NLP & ML SQL Cyber Security
Languages
English C2
French C2
Tunisia (Arabic) C2
Fusha (Arabic) C2
Italian B1
Dutch A1→B1
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Experience & Education

Professional Experience

Jan 2021 – Dec 2025
Assistant Professor in Responsible AI
Delft University of Technology, Netherlands
Research on leveraging critical theories to improve AI systems. Designed and taught interdisciplinary courses on responsible AI and ML. Led a COST Action proposal (27 partners, 20 countries). Spearheaded an MSCA Doctoral Network proposal on AI in Healthcare. Wrote and co-wrote multiple NWO proposals.
Aug 2019 – Aug 2023
Chair, GEDI Working Group
Marie Curie Alumni Association (MCAA), Brussels (Remote)
Liaised with EU policymakers (DG EAC, MSCA Unit) to advocate for inclusive research environments. Organised international workshops and policy consultations bridging EU strategy and the practical needs of researchers.
Oct 2018 – Nov 2020
Postdoctoral Researcher
AScOR & IViR, University of Amsterdam
Privacy, transparency and fairness in AI and personalised communication. Applied NLP & ML to study political microtargeting. Participated in two NWO proposals, including the successfully granted project MVI.19.019.
Oct 2016 – Feb 2018
Junior Researcher
Everyware Lab, University of Milan, Italy
Designed privacy threat identification and evaluation methodologies and metrics in the cybersecurity context.
Aug 2013 – Aug 2016
Early Stage Researcher (MSCA ITN Fellow)
SAP Labs France & FBK, France & Italy
Doctoral research on privacy and risk-aware identity management and access control systems within the SECENTIS European Doctoral Program.

Education

Nov 2013 – May 2018
PhD in Computer Science - Data Security and Privacy
University of Trento, Italy - MSCA ITN Fellow
Thesis: Privacy Risk Aware Access Control Systems. Advisors: Prof. Alessandro Armando & Dr. Michele Bezzi.
2010 - 2013
Engineering Diploma (MSc equivalent)
Esprit University, Tunis, Tunisia
Computer Engineering. Excellence scholarship recipient.
2007 - 2009
Diploma of Technology (BSc equivalent)
INSAT, Tunis, Tunisia
Computer Networks and Telecommunication, focused on Networks Administration and Security.

Certifications & Awards

2021
University Teaching Qualification (UTQ / BKO)
TU Delft
2021
Leadership & Communication Training
TU Delft Personal Development Program (ElroyCOM)
2013 – 2016
EU Marie Curie Grant (SECENTIS INT)
European Commission
2010 – 2012
Bourse d'Excellence Esprit
Esprit University
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Publications

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Get in Touch

I'm always happy to connect — whether you'd like to discuss research, explore collaboration, talk about EU funding strategy, or exchange ideas about responsible AI and open science.

The best way to reach me is by email. I aim to respond within a few days.

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[email protected]
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LinkedIn — Nadia Metoui
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ORCID: 0000-0001-6690-2937
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Delft, Netherlands

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