Postdoctoral Researcher

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Job Posting Title:

Postdoctoral Researcher

   

Position Type:

Other Academic

   

Department:

LSUAM Science - Department of Mathematics (Oliver T Dasbach (00010459))

   

Work Location:

0303 S.L. Lockett Hall

   

Pay Grade:

Other Academic

   

Job Description:

The Department of Mathematics is seeking applications to fill one postdoctoral researcher position, which is supported by a multidisciplinary project with electric engineering, mechanical engineering and computer engineering. The position is for at least three years, starting in Nov 2024.

We are particularly interested in candidates who can play key roles in developing data-driven modeling and decision-making algorithms for marine robotics applications. The selected candidates will join a multi-disciplinary team of researchers at Louisiana State University and will have the opportunity to pursue research and development within a range of topics related to distributed underwater autonomous systems and will work closely with our industry partners.

Responsibilities: Conduct research to identify solutions for modeling and decision-making of distributed maritime operations undertaken by both surface and underwater marine vehicles; Design algorithmic tools for modeling, control, and networking of distributed marine operations; Review and evaluate the results of the simulations, experiments, and/or tests; Write or assist in preparing monthly reports and presentations for the research group and/or the funding agency; Write or assist in preparing scientific papers for international conferences and journals; Maintain currency of knowledge concerning relevant state-of-the-art technology, equipment, and/or systems; Work closely with collaborators, including industrial partners, graduate students, and undergraduate students.

Required Qualifications: Ph.D. degree in Applied Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science

Preferred Qualifications: Programming skills in Python, C/C++, or Matlab; Ability to perform independent, original research in machine learning, modeling/communication engineering/network engineering, as evidenced by publications or thesis works; Knowledge of current technological developments/trends in robotics/controls/communication and networking/modeling/machine learning/ neural networks.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. An offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory pre-employment background check. We will begin reviewing applications now, and will continue to review applications until the positions are filled.

Please attach your Resume/CV, the cover letter, the transcripts, and the publication list. Please submit two or more letters of recommendation on this site or have them e-mailed to Dr. Xiaoliang Wan (xlwan@lsu.edu) and Dr. Shuangqing Wei (swei@lsu.edu) if necessary.

   

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Dr. Xiaoliang Wan (xlwan@lsu.edu) and Dr. Shuangqing Wei (swei@lsu.edu) with subject “LSU-Math Postdoc Position”.

This position is not eligible for sponsorshop

Additional Information: Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

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