Postdoctoral Research Scholar in Optimization, Control Theory, and Machine Learning North Carolina State University in United States

North Carolina State University is advertising a Postdoctoral Research Scholar position in the research group of Wentao Tang (Assistant Professor) in the Department of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering.

The postdoc will work at the interface of optimization (mathematical programming), systems and control theory, and machine learning. The role is research-focused and includes developing theoretical proofs, methodologies, and algorithms; carrying out numerical computations; writing papers and technical reports; preparing presentations and teaching materials; and contributing to grant proposals and mentoring graduate and undergraduate researchers.

Applicants should have strong theoretical research experience. The posting specifically highlights familiarity with control theory and/or optimization algorithm analysis, with preferred background in real analysis and functional analysis. The university notes that the terminal degree must have been completed within 5 years of the start date.

Funding is a salaried postdoc appointment with an anticipated hiring range of $60,000-$65,000. The application materials requested include a resume/CV, cover letter, and contact information for at least 3 professional references.

Apply through the provided application link and the NC State jobs portal posting PG191682PD / 230598.