Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Institute for Data, Systems, and Society
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Position Title:
Postdoctoral Associate
Position Type:
Postdoctoral
Position Location:
Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139, United States of America
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Appl Deadline:
none (posted 2024/10/21)
Position Description:
Position Description
The MIT Statistics and Data Science Center at the Institute for Data, Systems, and Society is seeking applicants for a Postdoctoral Associate in the general areas of statistical learning, reinforcement learning, theoretical statistics, or related fields. Applicants should have a solid background in probability and statistics/machine learning. The postdoctoral fellow will be mentored by Alexander Rakhlin (MIT). We will start reviewing applications on December 15th. This will be a one or two-year appointment beginning on July 1, 2025 (or earlier), with the possibility of renewal for a second year based upon satisfactory performance. Job Requirements: Required: a Ph.D. (expected or obtained) in statistics, engineering, computer science, mathematics, economics, operations research, or a related field; strong analytical and written communication skills; ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary environment; and a commitment to participating in IDSS activities. Candidates must also submit the following documents in PDF format to AcademicJobsOnline at #28975: a research statement of up to four pages and the names and addresses of three or more individuals who will provide letters of recommendation. At least one letter-writer should be external to MIT. The letters must also be submitted directly through AcademicJobsOnline at #28975 .MIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer
Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- Three or more reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site
)
And anything else requested in the position description.
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