Dr. Junchen Jiang

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Junchen Jiang is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Chicago, having joined in July 2018. He received his PhD degree from the Computer Science Department at Carnegie Mellon University in 2017 and earned his Bachelor’s degree from Tsinghua University in 2011. His research focuses on networked systems, applying advanced machine learning techniques to enhance performance and reliability in large-scale networked environments. He explores the foundations and applications of computer algorithms to create data-centric models for predictions and decision-making. Jiang is a member of a vibrant and collaborative research community that spans multiple disciplines, including systems, programming languages, and software engineering. He is particularly involved in the Machine Learning Group, collaborating with researchers at the University of Chicago and partner institutions to study innovative applications of AI.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2018-07-01 — Present

University of Chicago • Chicago, IL

Serving as an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science, focusing on research in networked systems.

Awards

#2025

Paper Award

#2022

CAREER Award

#2019

Google Faculty Research Award

Requirements for University of Chicago

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