Openings

Join the DSIS Laboratory

We welcome motivated students, postdoctoral researchers, visiting scholars, and collaborators interested in artificial intelligence, data science, optimization, healthcare analytics, tensor learning, and intelligent systems.

Ph.D. student opportunities

We are seeking highly motivated Ph.D. students with strong backgrounds in one or more areas related to machine learning, artificial intelligence, statistics, applied mathematics, operations research, industrial engineering, computer science, and data science.

Experience in Python, PyTorch, TensorFlow, optimization, or statistical modeling is desirable. Interested applicants are encouraged to email Dr. Meng Zhao with a CV, transcripts, research interests, and representative publications, if applicable.

Available positions

Actively Recruiting

Ph.D. Students

The group is recruiting Ph.D. students interested in AI, machine learning, data science, optimization, healthcare analytics, and tensor learning. Applicants with strong quantitative, computational, or engineering backgrounds are encouraged to get in touch.

Please send a CV, transcripts, a brief description of research interests, and representative publications if applicable.

Applications Welcome

Postdoctoral Researchers

Applications from outstanding candidates with expertise in AI, machine learning, healthcare data science, tensor methods, statistical learning, or optimization are welcome.

Candidates interested in collaborative research at the intersection of data science, intelligent systems, and real-world decision making are encouraged to contact Dr. Zhao.

Lehigh Students

Undergraduate & Master's Students

Lehigh students interested in research are encouraged to contact Dr. Zhao regarding independent study, honors thesis, or research assistant opportunities.

Potential projects may involve AI, machine learning, data science, healthcare analytics, smart operations, tensor learning, or transportation analytics.

Collaborative Visits

Visiting Scholars

We welcome visiting Ph.D. students, postdoctoral researchers, and faculty interested in collaborative research in AI, data science, and intelligent systems.

Prospective visitors should include a brief description of their research interests and possible areas of collaboration when contacting the group.

Application materials

Prospective applicants should email Dr. Meng Zhao with the relevant materials for their position type. For Ph.D. applicants, please include:

  • CV
  • Transcripts
  • Research interests
  • Representative publications, if applicable