About this role
Job Title: Postdoctoral Research Scientist - Artificial Intelligence in Medicine
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Postdoctoral Research Scientist to join the Computational Pathology & AI Center of Excellence (CPACE) at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. This position will play a vital role in driving high-quality outcomes in artificial intelligence in medicine, with a focus on large language models, natural language processing (NLP), and vision-language modeling. Working under the guidance of Dr. Hooman Rashidi, Executive Director of CPACE, the successful candidate will drive impactful research and innovation at the intersection of artificial intelligence and healthcare, working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to design, implement, and optimize AI functions that align with end-user and clinical needs.
Responsibilities:
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* Will lead and pioneer the research and development of AI methodologies and solutions specifically designed to address healthcare |
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challenges. |
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* Execute both qualitative and quantitative studies to evaluate the effectiveness and potential of AI tools in clinical and |
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translational medicine. |
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* Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team, comprising experts in computer science, healthcare and clinical research, |
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to design, implement and optimize AI functions that align with end-user and clinical needs. |
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* Disseminate research findings through publications in top-tier, peer-reviewed journals and presentations at renowned |
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scientific and industry conferences. |
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* Support grant proposal preparation and actively participate in progress reporting to funding bodies. |
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* Mentor and guide graduate students or junior researchers involved in related projects, fostering a collaborative research |
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Requirements: |
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* PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Health Informatics or a related field. |
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* Strong expertise in AI, large language models, NLP, vision-language modeling or associated technologies, |
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with demonstrated application in healthcare or biomedical domains. |
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* Proven ability to work both independently and as a team player within a multidisciplinary research environment. |
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* Effective written and verbal communication skills, with a history of scientific publications and conference presentations. |
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* Experience in vision-language models, multimodality learning, and foundation models is highly desirable. |
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The ideal candidate will have a strong background in artificial intelligence, with experience working in healthcare or biomedical domains. They will be able to work independently and collaboratively, with effective written and verbal communication skills. Experience in vision-language models, multimodality learning, and foundation models.
Other facts
About University of Pittsburgh
UPMC is a world-renowned, nonprofit health care provider and insurer committed to delivering exceptional, people-centered care and community services. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC is shaping the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research, and education. Dedicated to advancing the well-being of our diverse communities, we provide nearly $2 billion annually in community benefits, more than any other health system in Pennsylvania. Our 100,000 employees — including more than 5,000 physicians — care for patients across more than 40 hospitals and 800 outpatient sites in Pennsylvania, New York, and Maryland, as well as overseas. UPMC Insurance Services covers more than 4 million members, providing the highest-quality care at the most affordable price. To learn more, visit UPMC.com.
What you'll do
- The successful candidate will lead the research and development of AI methodologies to address healthcare challenges and evaluate the effectiveness of AI tools in clinical settings. They will also collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and disseminate research findings through publications and presentations.
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