Maryam EghbaliZarch

Fully funded PhD opportunity at Kennesaw State University in the Health Systems Optimization (HSOpt) Lab , starting Fall 2026 . The position is focused on health systems optimization , healthcare delivery , modeling and analytics , and related work in industrial engineering , operations research , data-driven optimization , Markov modeling , and simulation . The lab is seeking a highly motivated PhD student to contribute to research on improving healthcare systems using quantitative and computational methods. Eligibility highlights: applicants should have an MS in Industrial Engineering, operations research, or a related field . Required skills include familiarity with Python, R, or Julia , optimization software, strong academic preparation, and strong writing, critical thinking, and analytical skills. Preferred experience includes data science , reinforcement learning , large language models , and publications in peer-reviewed journals or conference proceedings. Funding: the post states that the selected student will receive competitive financial support and a tuition waiver . How to apply: submit a CV , transcripts , and a research statement using the provided application form. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Supervisor/announcer: Maryam EghbaliZarch , Assistant Professor at Kennesaw State University.