Research assistant to the Unit of Integrative Epidemiology

Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research?

Each year, over a million X-ray examinations are conducted in Stockholm. Thanks to recent advancements in artificial intelligence, data from these examinations can finally be utilized for population-based epidemiological research. Several such studies are underway at the Karolinska Institute, and now the Institute of environmental medicin are seeking a research assistant to contribute to these studies for a time limited period of around 8 months. 

Your mission

In your work, you will collaborate with researchers at the Karolinska Institute to develop and train machine learning algorithms for text categorization (Natural Language Processing) and image interpretation. Your primary task will be to create algorithms capable of interpreting data from radiological examinations and using this data to contribute to studies across a wide range of medical areas such as cancer, lung diseases, neurological dieaseas, and mental health.

Your profile

We are looking for someone with a medical degree and specialized training in health informatics. You have good proficiency in both English and Swedish, programming skills in Python, and substantial practical experience in AI interpretation of medical data and the use of large language models.

Additional programming skills are advantageous, as well as a genuine interest in and previous experience with research.

What do we offer?

A creative and inspiring environment with wide-ranging expertise and interests. Karolinska Institutet is one of the world's leading medical universities. Our vision is to pursue the development of knowledge about life and to promote a better health for all. At Karolinska Institutet, we conduct successful medical research and hold the largest range of medical education in Sweden. Karolinska Institutet is also a state university, which entitles you to several good benefits through our collective agreement. And you get to practice freely in our modern wellness facilities, where trained staff are on site.

Location: Unit of integrtiv epidemiology, Institute of environmental medicin, Solna 

https://ki.se/en/imm/institute-of-environmental-medicine
https://ki.se/en/imm/unit-of-integrative-epidemiology

Application

Welcome to apply at the latest.

The application is to be submitted through the Varbi recruitment system.In this recruitment, you will apply with your CV without a personal letter. Instead, you will answer some questions about why you are applying for the job in the application form. 

Permanent position is initiated by a six months trial period.

Want to make a difference? Join us and contribute to better health for all