Texas Tech University’s Department of Industrial, Manufacturing, and Systems Engineering is recruiting a fully funded PhD student for Fall 2026 under the supervision of Dr. Man Yiu (Tim) Tsang, Assistant Professor. The research focuses on data-driven stochastic optimization, distributionally robust optimization, and decomposition algorithms, with practical applications in finance, healthcare, and transportation. The position offers full funding, including tuition and stipend, for the duration of the PhD. Applicants should have a strong background in industrial engineering, operations research, mathematics, or statistics, and possess analytical and programming skills. International applicants must meet English language requirements. Application review begins December 15, 2025, and continues until the position is filled. To apply, email Dr. Tsang with your CV and relevant documents, using the specified subject line. For more details, visit the provided academic page. This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in advanced optimization techniques and their real-world applications in diverse sectors.