Postdoctoral Research Scholar

Postdoctoral Research Scholar

Essential

Job Duties
- Dr. Wentao Tang's research group is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to advance the research activities at the interface of optimization (mathematical programming), systems and control theory, and machine learning. The primary focus of this postdoc position is to carry out fundamental scientific research and produce publishable results, which can be used as a foothold for long-term research directions and sustained funding opportunities.

Based on the research outcomes, the postdoc will write scientific papers, compose proposals, provide mentoring and intellectual support to Ph.D. researchers, and perform relevant academic activities. The duties and responsibilities include:

• Reading and reviewing the existing literature.
• Developing theoretical proofs, methodologies, algorithms, and computer nodes.
• Carrying out numerical computations on desktop computers and high-performance node clusters.
• Composing papers, technical reports, presentations, and teaching materials.
• Writing grant proposals and providing intellectual support to graduate and undergraduate researchers in the PI's group.

Other Work/Responsibilities
- Occasionally, the PI may request the postdoc to help with course building and supplementary lectures.

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Perks and Benefits
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What we offer:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement and Leave
• Faculty and Staff Assistance Program
• Enhance your career with LEAD courses
• Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free.
• Attain work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule
- Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
- Candidates who have done theoretically oriented works in their previous research will be preferred. Familiarity with Real Analysis and Functional Analysis will be considered as significant competency.

Recruitment

Anticipated Hiring Range - $60,000-$65,000

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date - 05/13/2026

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