About the role
AI summarisedSenior Scientist II role in the Computational Digital Pathology Lab at A*STAR Singapore, leading AI-driven cancer diagnosis research using digitized pathology slides. Focus on developing and validating advanced AI/ML models for pathological diagnosis and prognosis of cancers like Lymphoma, Gastric, Colorectal, and Breast cancers.
ResearchOnsiteBioinformatics Institute
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and validate advanced AI and machine learning solutions for pathological diagnosis and prognosis of cancer using digitized pathology slides
- Implement image processing, computer vision, and mathematical modelling techniques for cancer diagnosis
- Bridge gaps in data quality, model generalizability, and market scalability for AI-based digital pathology systems
- Collaborate with hospitals and clinical settings to integrate AI systems into pathology workflows
- Present and articulate research findings at internal and external seminars and conferences
- Contribute to high-impact research that shapes the future of pathology practices
- Create robust, reliable AI systems to assist pathologists in making faster and more accurate diagnoses
Requirements
- Proficiency in one or more programming languages: Matlab, C/C++, or Python
- Extensive knowledge, experience, and expertise in artificial intelligence, machine learning, pattern recognition, and digital image processing techniques
- Practical coding skills in implementing numerical computational algorithms
- Strong analytical and logical thinking skills to address and solve complex scientific problems
- Familiarity with deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar
- Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and integrate knowledge across multiple disciplines
- Experience or willingness to engage in collaborations with hospitals and clinical settings
- Basic knowledge of cell biology or pathology is beneficial
- Ability to present and articulate research findings at both internal and external seminars and conferences
- Strong writing skills for both technical reports and scientific papers
- Highly motivated scientists or recent Ph.D. graduates eager to pursue a scientific career
- Strong team player capable of conducting independent research under the guidance of the Principal Investigator (PI)
- Quick learner with the ability to adapt to new technologies and methodologies
- Robust understanding and knowledge of scientific and engineering principles
- Excellent scientific and technical writing skills, coupled with outstanding communication abilities
- Proven experience or strong interest in working within cross-disciplinary teams, including collaborations with hospitals and clinical researchers
- Previous experience in AI and image analysis projects, whether in an industrial or academic setting, is advantageous