Wentao Tang

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 .