PhD position in AI and Medical Imaging - Collaboration with Stanford University

Exciting PhD Opportunity in AI and Medical Imaging: Collaborate with Stanford University

Are you passionate about revolutionizing cancer diagnosis and treatment through cutting-edge artificial intelligence and medical imaging technologies? Join the SynthiCare Project, an ambitious international research initiative with established collaborations across Norway's leading institutions and Stanford University.

This fully funded 3-year PhD position, financed by Samarbeidsorganet at the Central Norway Regional Health Authority, offers the opportunity to explore advanced methods for generating synthetic MRI data using state-of-the-art AI technologies, including diffusion models, GANs, and VAEs. The project aims to tackle critical challenges in medical imaging and oncology, driving advancements in precision cancer treatment.

What We Offer:

• International collaboration with leading researchers at Stanford University and Norway’s top academic and medical institutions.
• The opportunity for a research stay of up to six months at Stanford University.
• Access to unique datasets, including MRI of brain metastases from Stanford University and rectal cancer cases from Akershus University Hospital, enabling innovative and impactful research.
• Hands-on experience applying advanced AI techniques to real-world medical challenges, with the potential to significantly improve patient care.

Why Join Us?
This PhD position offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of AI and medical imaging, within an international and interdisciplinary research environment. You will play a key role in a project that has the potential to revolutionize cancer treatment strategies, with direct benefits to clinical practice and patient care. The position does not include teaching obligations, allowing the candidate to fully focus on research.

Submit your application, including a cover letter, CV, and relevant academic transcripts. For inquiries, please contact Dr. Endre Grøvik (Principal Investigator) at endre.grovik@helse-mr.no

Join us and be part of an international team pushing the boundaries of AI-driven medical research!

 

Arbeidsoppgåver

Your Role:

• Develop and train advanced AI models to generate high-fidelity synthetic MRI data.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team of radiologists, oncologists, and AI researchers.
• Test and validate AI methods to enhance medical image analysis and tumor progression modeling.
• Disseminate research findings through high-impact publications and international conferences.

Kvalifikasjonar (overskrift)

We are looking for a motivated and ambitious candidate with:

• A Master’s degree in computer science, physics, mathematics, biomedical engineering, medical imaging, or a related field.The degree must qualify the candidate for admission to a PhD program at a recognized university or university college.
• Strong programming skills (Python preferred) and experience with deep learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow).
• A passion for advancing personalized cancer diagnostics and treatment through AI-driven solutions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a proactive and goal-oriented mindset.

We offer:

• Strong interdisciplinary collaboration
  
• An inclusive workplace
  
• Salary according to current agreements
  
• Membership in a good public pension scheme and advantageous insurance terms
• The position is based in Ålesund, offering an excellent work-life balance with access to an outdoor paradise of mountains and fjords, perfect for hiking, skiing, and other recreational activities. See more: Visit Ålesund

Kontaktinformasjon

Endre Grøvik , Principal investigator, +47 97525211, endre.grovik@helse-mr.no

Arbeidsstad

Åsehaugen 5

6017 Ålesund

Nøkkelinformasjon:

Arbeidsgivar: Helse Møre og Romsdal HF


Referansenr.: 4901256377

Stillingsprosent: 100%

Stipendiat

Søknadsfrist: 28.02.2025