PhD student Artificial Intelligence (AI)

PhD student Artificial Intelligence (AI)
PhD student Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Published	Deadline	Location
today	7 Oct	Amsterdam

Job description

Function description

The Netherlands Cancer Institute (NKI) is a Comprehensive Cancer Center in The Netherlands (Amsterdam). It is a well-organized and dynamic cancer research institute accommodating over 50 research groups and advanced core facilities. It is an internationally renowned center covering fundamental, translational and clinical cancer research.
The department of Radiology, chaired by Professor Regina Beets-Tan, pursues research in oncological imaging. The most established line of research within the group is imaging of colorectal carcinoma, in specific MRI of rectal cancer. Furthermore, research at the department focuses on multiparametric multimodality imaging for prediction of treatment response, covering a broad spectrum of cancer types and on AI as well as Interventional oncology.
We are looking for a PhD student to join the Beets-Tan research group – specifically in the AI for Multi-center Data Team. The AI research line is dedicated to the leveraging of artificial intelligence algorithms to deal with the heterogeneity and need for privacy and explainability characterizing multi-center data. In particular, the research will have a multidisciplinary character and will be answering clinically relevant questions.

 

Specifications

• max. 36 hours per week
• Amsterdam View on Google Maps

The Netherlands Cancer Institute

Requirements

Job requirements

We offer a PhD studentship for an ambitious candidate passionate about applying artificial intelligence in medical imaging to address open research questions. A background in computer science, biomedical engineering and/or computing is preferred, while theoretical knowledge and practical experience with computer vision, computational biomedical sciences, machine learning and/or computational probability and mathematical modeling are strongly appreciated.

Conditions of employment

Compensation

You will join a dynamic international research division and collaborate with scientists and clinicians within and outside the NKI-AVL with expertise in different disciplines. Graduate students at the NKI participate in the education program of the GROW – School for Oncology and Reproduction from the University of Maastricht. Supervision and promotion of careers will be carried out by experts in their respective fields.
Your temporary employment is for a period of 4 years with a possible extension of another year. The gross salary per month will be from € 2.901,- to € 3.468,- according to the standard PhD scales. The terms of employment will be in accordance with the CAO Ziekenhuizen (Collective Labour Agreement for Hospitals) and can be consulted at http://www.nvz-ziekenhuizen.nl/cao-kenniscentrum/cao/download.
Amsterdam is a very lively city with many cultural amenities. The institute is located within a 20-minute tram or bicycle ride from the city center and within 20 minutes from Schiphol airport by car, bus or bicycle.

Employer
The Netherlands Cancer Institute (NKI)

The Netherlands Cancer Institute comprises an internationally acclaimed research institute as well as a dedicated cancer clinic. This combination ensures rapid translation of basic research into clinical applications: today’s research for tomorrow’s cure.

Additional information

Interested?
For further information about the position, please contact prof. dr. Regina Beets-Tan, Department of Radiology (tel. +31 20 512 1728, email: r.beetstan@nki.nl ) or Wilson dos Santos Silva, Department of Radiology (tel: +31 20 512 3401, email: w.santos@nki.nl )

The NKI values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment that stimulates the best in each individual. Applications of all individuals are welcomed regardless of age, ancestry, religion, disability, distance from the labor market, sexual orientation or gender identity.
 

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