Postdoctoral Researcher

1 week ago


La Jolla, California, United States UC San Diego Full time
Position Overview

We are seeking highly motivated Postdoctoral Scholars to join the Institute for Learning-enabled Optimization at Scale (TILOS) at the University of California, San Diego.

As a Postdoctoral Scholar, you will conduct research on the foundations of Artificial Intelligence and Optimization, with a focus on applications in chip design, robotics, and communication networks.

You will be based at UC San Diego, mentored by one or more researchers and PIs, and may spend up to one quarter per year at partner institutions: Massachusetts Institute of Technology, University of Pennsylvania, University of Texas at Austin, and Yale University.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field, and a proven track record of research excellence.

The position is normally for two years and may include concurrent teaching in an academic department. Appointments and salary are commensurate with research experience and accomplishments following current UC San Diego guidelines.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

PhD completed or nearing completion (CPhil) by time of application, in one of the following fields: computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, mathematics or a field related to optimization, chip design, robotics, or communication networks.

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

PhD conferred by time of appointment.

Preferred qualifications

Exceptional, self-motivated candidates with outstanding research records are encouraged to apply.

Candidates with experience in teaching and/or contributing to an academic climate of equity, diversity, and inclusion, are preferred.

Application Requirements

Document requirements
  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
  • Cover Letter
  • Statement of Research
  • Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Applicants should summarize their past or potential contributions to diversity. See our Faculty Equity site for more information.
  • Publications: minimum of 2 samples
  • Teaching Statement - Teaching philosophy and/or experience.

    (Optional)
Reference requirements
  • 3-5 letters of reference required
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