Postdoctoral Fellow - Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering

Overview

The Lane Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering in the Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources at West Virginia University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow in the general area of algorithmic operations research with an emphasis on computational complexity and game theory. The position is funded by NSF (Algorithmic Foundations) and is concerned with designing efficient algorithms and establishing the computational complexity of selected quantified polyhedral programs.

• Conduct research on quantified polyhedral programming and quantified circuits.
• Attend research conferences and read scientific literature to stay current with advances and findings.
• Teach one course in theoretical computer science.

The position is funded for two years starting January 1, 2026 (though a later start date can be accommodated). A one-year extension is possible based on performance and available funds.

West Virginia University is the comprehensive Land Grant University of the State of West Virginia with a main campus enrollment of over 24,000 students and a Carnegie Classification of Highest Research Activity (R1 University). The community lies within a high technology corridor that includes federal research facilities and private industry. Additional details are available at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and https://.

A PhD in computer science or operations research and expertise in computational complexity and game theory are required. Support will be provided by a graduate student, but the design work is the responsibility of the Principal Investigator and the postdoc.

To apply for this position, visit  Applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for two professional references. Only candidates who submit complete documentation will be considered in the review process. For questions or additional information, contact Professor K. Subramani (email: k.subramani.edu). You may also visit the LCSEE website at .

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.