Postdoctoral Scholar – Optimization and Imaging

Postdoctoral Scholar – Optimization and Imaging Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Job Title:

Postdoctoral Scholar – Optimization and Imaging

Location:

Campus

Commitment to On-Campus

Experience:

Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.

Pay Range: $62,400 - $65,000

Salary offers at Syracuse University will be based on education, experience, and relevant skills, as well as the academic or professional discipline of the position in the context of the home department, school, or college. Salary offers may also be influenced by prior relevant work or industry experience, where applicable. Faculty pay ranges are for 8.5 months’ salary unless otherwise specified.

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Hours:

Standard University business hours
8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)
Hours may vary based on operational needs.

Job Type: Full-time

Rank:
Post Doc

Unionized Position Code:
Not Applicable

Job Description:

The Mathematics Department at Syracuse University invites applications for a one-year, subject to renewal, Postdoctoral Scholar position beginning between July 1, 2026, and August 16, 2026. The successful candidate will contribute to a research program focused on mathematical imaging, nonlinear optimization, and neural networks.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics or a closely related field by the time of appointment.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in both research and teaching.

Job Specific

Qualifications:

• Preference will be given to candidates whose research interests overlap with or complement the work of Professor Lixin Shen’s research group
  , particularly in the areas of optimization and imaging sciences.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct high-level research in the designated areas of study.
• Disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations.
• Co-mentor graduate and undergraduate student researchers.
• Actively contribute to the intellectual life and seminar culture of the department.
• Minimum three letters of recommendation:
  One of which addresses teaching

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