A pre-doctoral and a post-doctoral research position at the Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Decision Support at the Medical University of Vienna, Austria are available immediately.
The project
The past years were marked by outstanding progress in artificial intelligence (AI) across many application areas. This brings up an exciting question: Can AI be used to fundamentally change how biomedical research is conducted and drastically speed up the generation of novel insights and therapies?
To answer this question, we have started a transdisciplinary research project building a formal model of AI capabilities, biomedical research processes, datasets and actors. By combining quantitative analysis with expert judgement, we strive to identify roadblocks and risks, and to improve the interplay of AI and human intellect in making important new discoveries.
Who we need
We seek candidates who are interested in connecting different scientific disciplines and who are enthusiastic about translating basic research into action. Candidates should have a good track record of peer-reviewed publications in relation to their career stage. Independence, creativity and a proactive stance towards solving problems and developing new ideas are welcome.
Candidates need to have a doctoral / PhD degree in a relevant discipline, or should receive their degree soon. We expect the ideal candidate to have a background in a topically relevant area such as: biomedical informatics / bioinformatics, AI/machine learning, biology/medicine/pharmacology with additional machine learning skills, cognitive science. We are also open to excellent applicants with other backgrounds.
Speaking German is not required, but fluency in English is a must.
What we offer
Post-doc position: The minimum full-time gross salary is 3.889,50 € (paid 14 times per year). Pre-doc position: The minimum full-time gross salary is 2.929,00 € (paid 14 times per year).
The position is initially limited until end of 2021 but may be extended. Reduced working hours (i.e. less than full-time) can be negotiated.
You will work with a growing, multidisciplinary and international team at the Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Decision Support at the Medical University of Vienna, as well as research collaborators across the globe. The city of Vienna has the highest quality of life in the world according to Mercer's 2019 Quality of Living Index and offers a vibrant cultural scene and excellent social security.
COVID-19 note: We are committed to providing a safe working environment through work-from-home arrangements and on-site measures.
How to apply
Please submit a single PDF document briefly describing your motivation for applying, a curriculum vitae, list of publications and contact details of at least two referees. Please send your application or questions as an e-mail with the title “Job application” to:
Assoc.Prof. Dr. Matthias Samwald, matthias.samwald [@] meduniwien.ac.at.
Deadline for Applications
We accept applications until the position is filled, but no later than February 1, 2021. The position can be filled immediately, and interested applicants are advised to contact us as soon as possible.
Samwald Research Group @ Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Decision Support, Vienna: https://samwald.info/
AI Strategies project: https://ai-strategies.org/
Medical University of Vienna: https://www.meduniwien.ac.at/web/en/