Join Us

We are recruiting motivated Ph.D. students with a strong mathematical background to work with us on topics aligned with the lab’s research directions. Successful applicants typically have solid foundations in linear algebra, probability, and optimization, along with programming experience in Python and modern deep learning frameworks.

Prospective Ph.D. students should apply through the Vanderbilt CS graduate program and are encouraged to contact Soheil directly — see How to Apply, using “PhD” in the subject line.

Master’s and undergraduate students within Vanderbilt University are always welcome to get involved in the lab’s research. If you are interested, reach out following the instructions in How to Apply, using “MS” or “BS” in the subject line, and briefly describe the research directions that interest you.

We welcome visiting scholars whose research interests align with the lab. Contact Soheil following the instructions in How to Apply, using “Visiting” in the subject line, and include your expected visit dates and funding situation.

If you are interested in being part of the MINT Lab, please contact Soheil at: soheil (dot) kolouri (at) vanderbilt (dot) edu. Below are some general suggestions when contacting via email.

Please…

• Use a subject line as follows: {$position} Position - {$YourName}
  • where {$position} should be “Postdoc”, “PhD”, “MS”, “BS”, or “Visiting”
    • e.g., If I were applying for a PhD position I would use the subject “PhD Position - Soheil Kolouri”
• Provide a few sentences to introduce yourself and express your interest in the position
• Attach your CV/Resume, including the following (if applicable):
  • GPA/ranking, GRE/TOEFL scores, publications/research experience, selected relevant courses you have taken

Thank you and I look forward to hearing from you!