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I am excited to announce an open PhD position at University of Massachusetts Lowell focusing on applying network disruption models to public health problems. Topics include disrupting human trafficking networks and improving network resilience in pharmaceutical
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Applicants are expected to have completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or related field. A focus in operations research and optimization is desirable.</div>
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<span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The position starts in September 2025. Please submit your application and supporting documents online via
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Please indicate your interest in public sector operations research in your Statement of Purpose. Review of applications will begin on February 15, 2025, and will continue until an candidate has been selected.</span></div>
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<span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">More information about the Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering at UMass Lowell can be found at
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If you are interested or have any questions, feel free to contact me at </span><span style="color: rgb(70, 120, 134);"><u><a href="mailto:Daniel_Kosmas@UML.edu" id="OWA90db789d-a306-f10d-3bc8-51099308d77e" class="OWAAutoLink" style="color: rgb(70, 120, 134);">Daniel_Kosmas@UML.edu</a></u></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">.
I look forward to hearing from you!</span></div>
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