PhD Positions in Stochastic Optimization at Purdue University

International Academic Center; West Lafayette, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Purdue University in West Lafayette, IN, invites applications for fully funded PhD positions in the Operations Research area within the Edwardson School of Industrial Engineering.

The group focuses on adaptive stochastic optimization with rigorous guarantees, exploring high-probability analysis and algorithms for nonlinear problems with potential applications in machine learning and healthcare. Ideal candidates have a strong background in mathematics, probability/statistics, and optimization.

Qualifications

• Strong background in mathematics, probability/statistics, and optimization.

Responsibilities

• Research in stochastic optimization methods with rigorous guarantees.
• Develop adaptive algorithms for nonlinear problems with potential machine learning and healthcare applications.

Job description

PhD Positions in Stochastic Optimization at Purdue University

Aug 14

I invite applications for fully funded PhD positions in my group in the Edwardson School of Industrial Engineering at Purdue University, in the Operations Research area.

My group develops adaptive stochastic optimization methods with rigorous guarantees. I work on high-probability complexity analysis under noisy, biased, or heavy-tailed oracles and on algorithms for smooth and nonsmooth nonlinear problems, with possible applications in machine learning and healthcare.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in mathematics, probability/statistics, and optimization; prior relevant research experience is a plus.

• Positions are fully funded through assistantships and fellowships.