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Post Doc Research Scholar (Post Doc)

Job Description

Posting Number

PG191326PD

Position Number

00111051

Position Type

Post Doc

FLSA

Exempt

Department ID

140601 - Fitts Dept Indust & Syst Engr

Department

140601 - Fitts Dept Indust & Syst Engr

Job City & State

Raleigh, NC

Essential Job Duties

Professor Shashaani needs a postdoctoral research scholar to assist with ongoing research on stochastic derivative-free optimization. Duties and responsibilities include:
  • Design and analysis of algorithms for nonlinear optimization algorithms that use noisy simulation outputs to handle high-dimensionality, constraints, and nonsmoothness
  • Implementation of developed algorithms in code using Python and Julie, version control and documentation with GitHub
  • Analysis of computational experiments to evaluate algorithm performance with different testbeds using high-performance computing
  • Preparing manuscripts for publication and reports and other proposals for the funding agencies
  • Presenting findings at relevant conferences or seminars

Other Duties and Responsibilities

  • Execution and analysis of computational experiments to evaluate performance using high-performance computing
  • Preparing manuscripts for publication
  • Presenting findings at relevant conferences

Other Work/Responsibilities

  • Assistance with mentoring PhD students in the research group or with teaching tasks
  • Participation in developing proposals for outside research funding

Work Schedule

8:00am - 5:00pm Monday-Friday (hybrid)

Department Required Skills

  • Thorough understanding of optimization methodology for nonlinear optimization problems, particularly constrained optimization of nonconvex problems
  • Thorough familiarity with probability theory and analysis of stochastic processes
  • Thorough familiarity with implementing optimization algorithms using Python or Giulia and familiarity with GitHub platforms
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Experience developing, implementing and analyzing large-scale computational experiments


Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

Ph.D or equivalent doctorate in Industrial and Systems Engineering or a related field,
no more than 2 years from receipt of application.

Required License or Certification

N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required?

No

Commercial Driver's License Required?

No

Anticipated Hiring Range

$65,000

Job Open Date

09/09/2024

Quick Link

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/207910

AA/EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

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