Post-doctoral assistant Dean's Office Medicine and Health Sciences (26984)

27 Feb 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Ghent University

Research Field

Engineering » Biomedical engineering
Computer science » Other
Engineering » Other
Medical sciences » Other

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Belgium

Application Deadline

19 Mar 2024 - 22:59 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

38

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

    →   Apply until 19/03/2024 (DD/MM/YYYY) 23:59 (Brussels time)
    →   Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
    →   Department GE51 - Dean's Office of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
    →   AAP temporary appointment - 100%
    →   Number of openings: 1
    →   Reference number: 202401/GE51/DA/002

ABOUT GHENT UNIVERSITY

Ghent University is a world of its own. Employing 15,000 people, it is actively involved in education and research, management and administration, and technical and social services on a daily basis. It is one of the largest, most exciting employers in the area and offers great career opportunities. With each of its 11 faculties and more than 100 departments offering state-of-the-art study programmes that are grounded in research in a wide range of academic fields, Ghent University is a logical choice for its employees as well as its students.

YOUR TASKS

We are looking for a driven and experienced postdoctoral fellow to take up the coordinatorship of the 'Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Health' consortium within the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences. You will play a crucial role in leading the operational aspects of the AI in Health steering committee and contribute to shaping policy on artificial intelligence in health.

• You will spend a minimum of 70% of your assignment on scientific research in AI in Health. The developments and applications of AI in Health are endless. You develop a line of research according to your expertise and priority needs and opportunities within the faculty.
• You participate in teaching at bachelor's or master's level.
• You supervise students at master level in the context of exercises, internships and master's theses.
• You supervise doctoral students.
• You take leadership in the AI in Health steering committee: you are a member of this steering committee led by two chairs. You support the steering committee in formulating policy plans and strategies. You are responsible for the operational implementation of the drafted policies by the steering committee. You ensure smooth implementation of the strategies and objectives.
• You ensure visibility in various forums: you actively participate and represent the consortium in various forums.
• You act as a liaison figure between the consortium and other faculties/partners. You identify collaboration opportunities around AI in healthcare that add value to the consortium.
• You facilitate fundraising for the consortium: you bring overview and you are actively involved in fundraising and facilitate its recruitment process.
• You plan and coordinate symposia to increase knowledge within the consortium and stimulate external involvement.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• You hold a doctoral degree in medical sciences, biomedical sciences, health sciences, engineering sciences, bioengineering sciences or a related discipline. For diplomas awarded outside the European Union, a certificate of equivalence (NARIC) must be submitted. The degree requirement needs to be fulfilled at the start of your appointment.
• You may present relevant scientific publications in (inter)national peer-reviewed academic journals that are widely disseminated.
• You have experience in AI, with a particular focus on AI in healthcare and are keen to help shape this field within the faculty.
• You have an interest in policy development and implementation.
• You have strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• You have a good knowledge of the English language, both oral and written.
• You can work both independently and as part of a team.
• You have good analytical skills.
• You have distinguished yourself as a promising researcher during your doctoral work.
• You have a keen interest in student supervision in academic and/or continuing academic education.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• We offer you a temporary appointment for a period of 3 years. The appointment cannot be renewed.
• Even if you have already been appointed earlier (whether or not at another university and whether or not in the same field of discipline) in a first term of up to 3 years, you can apply. The second appointment does not have to be immediately connected to a first term.
• Your appointment will start on 1 May 2024 at the earliest.
• Your remuneration will be determined according to salary scale AAP5. More information about our salary scales
• All Ghent University staff members enjoy a number of benefits, such as a wide range of training and education opportunities, 36 days of paid leave, bicycle commuting reimbursement, ecocheques, etc. A complete overview of all our fringe benefits

INTERESTED?

Apply online through the e-recruitment systembefore the application deadline (see above). We do not accept late applications or applications that are not sent through the online system.

Your application must include the following documents:

• In the field ‘Cv’: your cv and an overview of your relevant scientific publications (merged into one pdf file)
• In the field ‘Cover letter’: your application letter in pdf format
• In the field ‘Diploma’: a transcript of the required degree (if already in your possession). If you have a foreign diploma in a language other than our national languages (Dutch, French or German) or English, please add a translation in one of the mentioned languages
• In the field ‘Certificate of equivalence’: only for diplomas awarded outside the European Union a certificate of equivalence (NARIC) must be submitted (if already in your possession, if not, you need to be able to provide proof that you have applied for a certificate of equivalence at the start of your appointment). The certificate can be requested via www.naricvlaanderen.be/en . For diplomas awarded in the UK before January 31st of 2020, a certificate of equivalence is not required

Note that the maximum file size for each field is 10 MB.

As Ghent University maintains an equal opportunities and diversity policy, everyone is encouraged to apply for this position.

MORE INFORMATION

For more information about this vacancy, please contact Prof. dr. Hans Van Vlierberghe ([email protected] , +32 9 332 23 70).

Do you have a question regarding the online application process? Please read the FAQ or contact our helpdesk ([email protected] - tel. 09/264 98 98).

Requirements

Research Field

Engineering

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Computer science

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Engineering

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Medical sciences

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Additional Information

Website for additional job details

https://academicpositions.com

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Ghent University

Country

Belgium

City

Ghent

Postal Code

9000

Street

Sint-Pietersnieuwstraat 33

Where to apply

Website

https://academicpositions.com/ad/ghent-university/2024/post-doctoral-assistant-…

Contact

City

Ghent

Website

http://www.ugent.be/en

Postal Code

9000

STATUS: EXPIRED