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Ph.D. Position : Ph.D. in Reinforcement Learning (Spring 2025, Department of Aerospace Engineering, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, USA)
Applications are open!
I'm seeking a self-motivated and passionate PhD candidate on the topic of Reinforcement Learning (RL). Under my mentorship, you'll have the opportunity to dive deep into cutting-edge research, focusing on the following key areas:
Trustworthy RL techniques
Reinforcement Learning for Scientific Computations
Applicants should possess a Master’s degree in aerospace/mechanical and related engineering fields, computer science, applied mathematics, or a related field. Exceptionally motivated candidates with a bachelor’s degree and a strong research portfolio are also encouraged to apply.
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of probabilistic methods in deep learning.
Knowledge of deep learning methods, physics-informed neural networks (PINNs), and neural operator networks.
Familiarity with different deep learning architectures (especially, Reinforcement Learning)
Proficiency in scientific computing (CFD for high-speed flows with chemistry, turbulent flows, and knowledge of FEM and Spectral Methods).
Skills in Fortran, C++, Python, and machine learning libraries (JAX (with Equinox), TensorFlow, and PyTorch).
Desired Qualifications:
Understanding of the HPC environment.
GPU and parallel programming (MPI, OpenMP, etc.).
Publication(s) in the reputed journals is a plus.
Send your up-to-date CV with SOP to the email address: ameya_jagtap@brown.edu