About the role
AI summarisedA postdoctoral research fellow or research officer position at A*STAR's Bioinformatics Institute in Singapore, focusing on developing AI/ML models for spatial omics and precision medicine. The role involves analyzing mass spectrometry data, multiplex tissue images, and spatial transcriptomics to develop biomarkers for cancer diagnosis.
ResearchFull-timeBioinformatics Institute
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and apply novel AI and ML models and methods for analyzing mass spectrometry data (LC/MS and MSI), large multiplex tissue images, and spatial transcriptomics data collected from cancer patients.
- Perform computational algorithm implementation and benchmarking.
- Present research findings at international conferences.
- Publish in high-impact scientific journals.
- Collaborate closely with biologists, physicians, and pathologists.
- Senior candidate with relevant previous experience may also have the opportunity to plan and lead new projects.
Requirements
- PhD or Master in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Chemical Engineering, Molecular and Cell Biology, Cancer Biology, or a related field.
- Proficiency in Python and R programming languages.
- Strong background in AI/ML modelling, statistics, and data analysis and visualization.
- Experience with deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) for image analysis and data modelling is required.
- Basic knowledge of molecular biology, cancer biology, metabolism, and immunology is required.
- Previous experience in analyzing metabolomics and/or multiplex tissue image is highly desirable.
- Good spoken and written communication skills, especially for the preparation of scientific manuscripts and reports.
- The ability to work effectively in a collaborative team setting.