Research Associate-Fixed Term

Working/Functional Title

Postdoctoral Researcher

Position Summary

This position involves work on numerous challenges at the intersection of unsupervised deep learning, low-dimensional modeling, computational imaging, and theory. The position will work on multiple problems in these domains, to develop mathematical and algorithmic foundations for deep unsupervised learning for imaging with improved efficiency and guaranteed correctness, by leveraging modern tools from areas such as high-dimensional geometry, harmonic analysis, and numerical optimization. Newly developed algorithms are expected to be tested and demonstrated on medical and scientific imaging and computer vision applications. This position will work collaboratively with multi-institutional teams including with Prof. Saiprasad Ravishankar and Prof. Rongrong Wang at Michigan State University, and Prof. Qing Qu at the University of Michigan, to achieve breakthroughs on key problems. This position will have affiliation with both institutions.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate -Electrical & Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, Applied Mathematics or related fields

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must have a strong background in machine learning and optimization as well as some of the above areas and should be highly motivated to perform rigorous scientific research both independently and collaboratively and have a strong vision for leadership in research.  Candidates must have (or expect to have by start date) a PhD degree in Electrical & Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or related fields.

Desired Qualifications

Strong programming skills

Required Application Materials

Interested candidates should include a Cover Letter stating their main interests and a CV with their publication and academic record, along with a brief research statement (of past research and future plans) and contact information for two or three references. Candidates will be contacted for interviews after initial applicant review.

Review of Applications Begins On

05/09/2025

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

Website

CMSE.MSU.EDU

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.