Biomedical Imaging Scientist

AI & Innovation    ·     London, United Kingdom     ·     Full time /Permanent

Giving the world more time. 

For the first time in human history, we have the technology, data, and insights to redefine health. Together with our partners, we will make the leap from reactive to proactive medicine. By collectively benefiting from the data we individually generate, we can all live our longest, fullest lives.  Huma partners with scientists, technologists, healthcare, and pharma professionals to understand, treat, and ultimately prevent ill health. Giving knowledge and power to those with medical conditions, while saving clinicians time, energy, and valuable resources. 

Huma is dedicated to the development and implementation of novel analytical image processing methods applicable for oncology studies. Despite the emergence of Computer-assisted diagnosis ecosystems alongside advances in 3-dimensional microscopy imaging, existing approaches fail to take full advantage of the vast amounts of other data available in modern clinical practice. We are looking for an awesome biomedical imaging scientist to join our AI team and technically lead an important scientific program in Huma.

By joining Huma in this role, you will manage a challenging and novel program of work, liaise closely with external stakeholders and support our AI researchers to build groundbreaking personalised medicine.

This role can be based in the UK, Germany, Switzerland or Italy.

Your mission

• Build analytic models at the intersection of radiomics and machine learning for cancer research
• Assist in monitoring data quality issues and collaborate with the different stakeholders to develop automated systems and tools to process, clean, and verify data integrity
• Communicate the relevant CT-radiomics features with clinical team and assist the biological and diagnostic interpretation of the observed patterns in the study cohort
• Collaborate with engineers to integrate algorithms efficiently with backend production services and monitor them after launch
• Improve and help define the AI team’s processes and tooling

From day one in this role we’ll expect you to have

• A PhD in computer science, machine learning, neuroscience, mathematics or a similar technical field
• 5+ years experience with medical imaging instruments and methods (CT in particular and knowledge of MRI, PET, etc.)
• Experience with Inferential ML (k-means, KNN, decision trees, SVM, Bayesian/graphical models, Gaussian process, etc.)
• A strong understanding of deep learning fundamentals (CNN, RNN, attention/memory, LSTM, ResNet, etc.)
• Proficiency in programming (good command of Python, C and C++, MATLAB, and Linux)
• The ability to follow papers/theory and adapt associated models
• Excellent capability to analyze and interpret statistical data and to communicate data in a clear, concise manner

It’s great, but not required, if you have

• Clinical knowledge of oncology
• A strong understanding of regulatory and compliance for software as a medical devices

You will thrive at Huma if you are

• A Self-solver – you are resourceful and  seek solutions through collaboration
• A Problem-solver – a passion to creatively find solutions that solve one of the biggest global challenges – human longevity
• Resilient – show adaptability, be a pro-juggler and have the ability to move fast
• Passionate for quality- in your own and your colleagues’ work
• A strong communicator – you practice open and clear dialogue while listening with fairness

What we can offer you (for UK, please reach out for other locations)

• Progressive private health insurance with AXA Health
• EAP scheme and gym membership discount with AXA
• AIG Life & income protection scheme
• Generous share options – every employee is an owner
• 25 days paid vacation + UK bank holidays
• Home office allowance to support home working
• Bike2Work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Family first culture – giving the flexibility you need
• Growth & development opportunities

Come join us!  

We believe magic happens when you bring together diverse ideas, experiences, and styles. We want to create a world where people live longer, fuller lives, and to do that well we need a team that represents all of the people and communities who use our solutions. We aspire to create an environment where everyone has the opportunity to do their best work. We are always looking for ways to improve so if you have any suggestions, please get in touch. 

Huma is committed to ensuring the safety of all current and prospective global employees during the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic. We’ve developed technology-enabled recruitment and on-boarding processes, all Huma people have been provided with a home office allowance and we’ve developed a progressive communications model. We will continue to adapt as we work together in this new world of distributed working.

Dear recruitment agency friends: Huma attracts an amazing number of direct candidates and we do not need any help at this stage, so please do not send us unsolicited agency resumes. This is not a great use of your time, and we will not accept any liability or fees for any resumes or candidates which we have not asked you to find for us.

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