LEADING SCIENTIST IN APPLIED AI FOR THERAGNOSTICS AND PRECISION MEDICINE
7 hours ago
Barcelona
ppThe Fraunhofer Spain Research foundation is looking for a highly motivated LEADING SCIENTIST in applied AI for theragnostics and precision medicine to join our team at the Fraunhofer Center for Applied Theragnostics in Catalonia (Fraunhofer CAT). The candidate will provide scientific and strategic leadership in the development of artificial intelligence technologies to accelerate the translation of advanced diagnostics and personalized therapies into clinical practice. The role will bridge multimodal imaging, digital biomarkers, computational modelling, advanced in silico systems, and clinical data integration, transforming complex biomedical data into actionable insights for precision medicine and next-generation theragnostic solutions. The contract will be within the framework of the Fraunhofer CAT project, whose objective is the development of new diagnostic, prognostic and therapeutic tools in the field of precision medicine. For example, the development of new technologies for i) the establishment of biomimetic organ and tissue models for in vitro testing, ii) the development of sensors and electronic devices, iii) the design and validation of therapeutic strategies for personalized medicine, and iv) the production and validation of new biological models. This project is funded by: Ministerio de Ciencia, Innovación y Universidades, Generalitat de Catalunya and Ajuntament de Barcelona. /ppbMain duties and responsibilities: /bbr/Under the supervision of the Fraunhofer CAT direction, the applicant will carry out the following activities: /pulliDefine and lead the strategic research agenda in AI-driven theragnostics and precision medicine. /liliBuild and coordinate multidisciplinary research activities spanning AI, medical imaging, computational biology, predictive biomodels, and translational medicine. /liliEstablish and maintain collaborations with hospitals, research institutes, healthcare providers, and industry partners as well as other strategic partnerships and potential spin-off activities. /liliDevelop AI-based methods for patient stratification, disease diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment response prediction. /liliLead the development of digital biomarkers through the integration of imaging, molecular, clinical, and biological data. /liliAdvance multimodal imaging analytics, including PET, SPECT, CT, MRI, and hybrid imaging systems. /liliPromote the use of machine learning, deep learning, foundation models, and generative AI in healthcare applications. /liliContribute to the development of digital twins and computational models to support personalized therapeutic decisions. /liliLead the preparation and execution of competitive research proposals and industrial innovation projects, ensuring successful delivery of scientific, technical, and innovation objectives. /liliSupervise scientists, engineers, postdoctoral researchers, and other research-involved actors. /liliTranslate research outcomes into clinically and industrially relevant solutions. /liliSupport the generation of intellectual property, software assets, and technology transfer opportunities. /li /ulpbRequirements for candidates /bbr/bEssential /b /pulliPhD in Artificial Intelligence, Biomedical Engineering, Medical Physics, Computer Science, Computational Biology, Data Science, or a related discipline. /liliExtensive experience in biomedical AI research, preferably within translational or clinical environments. /liliProficient in artificial intelligence, machine learning and deep learning, as well as in multimodal data integration and predictive modelling. /liliKnowledge of medical imaging analytics, including PET, SPECT, CT and MRI and radiomics, imaging biomarkers and computational medicine. /liliProficient in programming environments such as Python, PyTorch and TensorFlow. /liliExperienced in high-performance computing and cloud-based data infrastructures. /liliProven track record in securing competitive funding and leading collaborative projects. /liliDemonstrated leadership in multidisciplinary research programmes. /liliExcellent communications skills in English. /li /ulpbAdvantageous: /b /ppKnowledge of healthcare regulations and frameworks related to AI and medical technologies /ppbWe Offer: /bbr/Number of available positions: 1br/Starting date: as soon as possible /ppbWorking conditions: /b /ppFull time permanent contract. Presential.br/Salary: €65.000 – 80.000€br/Measures to reconcile work and family life (maternity and paternity leave, flexible schedule working hours, 23 working days of paid holidays, 6 leave days for personal matters, among others).Fraunhofer Spain Research ensures equality of access to professional development opportu nities irrespective of employment status or other factors.br/Stimulating, interdisciplinary research and high-quality international scientific environment.br/Induction programme to facilitate incorporation at Fraunhofer Spain Research and additional support is provided for foreigners to obtain Visa-working permit and to install in Barcelona. /ppIf you have any further questions regarding your application or the application process, please get in touch with us at /p"} /p #J-18808-Ljbffr