Applications are invited for up to 2 postdoctoral fellowships in Data Analytics and Optimization at the University of Waterloo. Each position is for one year with the possibility of extension. Both positions will start as soon as they are filled.
The postdoctoral fellow(s) will join the research group at WANOPT, the Waterloo Analytics and Optimization Lab, hosted within the Department of Management Sciences, Faculty of Engineering and will work under the supervision of Prof. Samir Elhedhli and Prof. Fatma Gzara. WANOPT provides a vibrant research environment with a focus on the theory and application of optimization and analytics to engineering and management problems. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work on collaborative projects with industrial partners in supply chain analytics, pandemic related logistics and distribution, and data-driven decision making.
Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Operations Research, Management Science, Industrial Engineering, or related fields. Research and training in optimization or data analytics is required. The application package should include a letter of intent, a CV, the contact information of two references, and sample publications. The full application should be sent to elhedhli@uwaterloo.ca with the subject line "PDF application". Applications received by December 22nd, 2020 will be given full consideration. Late applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.
The University of Waterloo regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. As such, we encourage applications from women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, members of visible minorities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. At Waterloo, you will have the opportunity to work across disciplines and collaborate with an international community of scholars and a diverse student body, situated in a rapidly growing community that has been termed a "hub of innovation." All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
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Fatma Gzara
Associate professor
University of Waterloo
Waterloo ON
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