PhD Student in AI for Biomedicine

DZNE is a world-leading, internationally oriented center for cutting-edge research into diseases of the nervous system. With its outstanding research personalities and state-of-the-art infrastructure, it offers the best conditions for publications and results at the highest level. Around 1,200 employees at 10 locations in Germany are working together on new approaches to better understand and effectively combat diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and ALS. That is our goal – maybe soon yours too? Become part of the DZNE and support us in realizing our research strategy (www.dzne.de).

PhD Student in AI for Biomedicine

Code 1342/2024/9

Your role in detail

The group of Prof Sach Mukherjee has an opening for a PhD candidate in the area of artificial intelligence (AI) for biomedicine. Our research efforts center on AI, machine learning (ML), and high-dimensional modelling for next-generation biomedicine. Current methodological foci include deep neural networks for causal learning; robust, scientifically-constrained AI; and high-dimensional learning. Applications span large-scale molecular biology and “omics” as well as precision medicine. The focus of the position is on novel methodology for complex, high-dimensional data.

Your qualifications

We are looking for a highly motivated candidate with a degree in a mathematical or computational field (e.g. mathematics or computer science). A strong academic background and experience in one or more relevant programming languages (Python, R, Julia, etc.) are important as well, as a clear interest in the data sciences (AI, ML, statistics) per se. A strong background in AI, ML or statistics, or related topics (e.g. probability, optimization, stochastic processes, etc.) would be relevant. Prior exposure to biomedical research is not required. Strong scientific communication and writing skills are important.

What our employees value

• Innovation and internationality – a forward-looking infrastructure, modern laboratory and office equipment, software tools, and the opportunity for international exchange with your colleagues from 65 nations
• Work-life balance – we reconcile work and private life with flexible working hours, mobile working, 30 days’ holiday (on top free on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve), and subsidized job / Germany ticket options
• Family-conscious corporate culture – because we know that family is important, we support you with parent-child offices, family services, and daycare cooperations
• Health promotion – through our extensive range of company health programms, in cooperation with Sozialwerk.Bund
• Focus on development – training programms tailored to your individual needs and annual HR development meetings for concrete prospects and potential development
• Job with prospects – the position, which is initially limited to three years, offers the opportunity for extension
• Personalized onboarding – for a good start to your new professional challenge
• A feel-good working environment – our Bonn employees enjoy a campus surrounded by greenery, with on-site parking and public transport connections as well as our company restaurant

You will obtain special skills and knowledge for your scientific qualification during your activities at DZNE. The DZNE is an equal opportunity employer. It especially welcomes and encourages disabled individuals to apply.

Applications should consist of a single PDF file including a curriculum vitae, degree transcripts, and two references.

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