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Joint postdoctoral position at University of Toronto & McGill University

  • 1.  Joint postdoctoral position at University of Toronto & McGill University

    Posted 03-22-2021 10:09

    POSTDOCTORAL FELLOW POSITION at the University of Toronto / McGill University - Data-Driven Decision Making in Emerging Societal Problems

     

    Position Summary

    We invite applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow position to advance the research on data-driven decision making in important societal problems, such as sustainability, healthcare, and climate change.

    The successful candidate will work with Timothy Chan (Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, University of Toronto), Sheng Liu (Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto) and Wei Qi (Desautels Faculty of Management, McGill University).

     

    Qualifications

    • PhD (earned or to be granted) in Industrial Engineering, Management Science, Operations Research, Operations Management, or related fields.
    • Strong expertise on optimization and data science will be an asset.  
    • Strong communication skills and self-motivation.


    Term: The position will commence once filled. This position is for one year with the possibility of extension for an additional year based on mutual consent. There is flexibility with regards to the starting date to accommodate the selected candidate. Teaching opportunities can be provided but are not required.


    Application instructions: The application review will start immediately and continue until the position is filled. To apply please send an email to the mentors (tcychan@mie.utoronto.ca, shg.liu@rotman.utoronto.ca, wei.qi@mcgill.ca) the following materials in PDF format:

    • CV, including contact information for at least two references
    • Up to two research papers

    Please include "Prospective Postdoc Fellow" in the Subject Heading of your email.



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    Timothy Chan
    University of Toronto
    Toronto ON
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