Jiawei Zhang’s Post

I am excited to share that I will join the University of Wisconsin-Madison Computer Sciences Department as an Assistant Professor next year. I plan to supervise 1-2 PhD students starting in Fall 2025. University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Computer Sciences (ranked 13th in the U.S. News Computer Science specialty rankings) Incoming Assistant Professor Jiawei Zhang is recruiting fully funded PhD students for 2025. Research Areas: • Optimization theory and algorithms with applications in machine learning, energy, and signal processing • Optimization, generalization, and robustness in machine learning, reinforcement learning, and generative models (including diffusion models, large models, and foundation models) What students can expect: • Full funding and scholarships • Hands-on guidance in identifying and solving meaningful research problems • Opportunities for collaboration across academia and industry • Travel support for attending conferences Desired qualifications for applicants: • Strong self-motivation and a passion for scientific research • Solid mathematical foundation • Excellent programming skills • Good English communication and writing skills We welcome students interested in these research areas to apply (no prior research experience in these areas is required). Students with research experience in related fields, such as large language models (LLMs), AI and cyber-physical security, signal processing, scientific computing, and trustworthy AI, are also encouraged to apply. Applicants with backgrounds in pure mathematics, physics, or other fundamental sciences are equally welcome. About the Advisor: For more information about the advisor, please visit his homepage: https://lnkd.in/ehrX76Gw The Department of Computer Sciences at UW-Madison is one of the oldest and highest-ranked computer science departments in the world. As a world-renowned research university, UW-Madison consistently ranks among the top public universities in the United States. Located on an isthmus between Lake Mendota and Lake Monona, Madison is a highly livable city with stunning scenery, a safe and convenient environment, and a relatively low cost of living.