Are you ready to take the next step in your career and make a real impact in the field of data-driven life science? We are offering an exciting opportunity as an Industrial PhD student to work on a project that applies machine learning to improve diagnostic and reporting workflow processes in clinical kidney pathology. This project is a collaboration between AstraZeneca, Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), and Karolinska Institutet, financed by Data-Driven Life Science (DDLS). The successful candidate will also be part of the DDLS Research School. You will be supported by Magnus Söderberg (Senior Director, Cardiovascular Renal Metabolism Pathology) at AstraZeneca as well as receive academic mentorship and guidance from Kevin Smith (Associate Professor) at KTH. The position will be based at KTH in Stockholm, Sweden. Accountabilities As part of this role, you will be responsible for integrating multiple types of data, mainly histopathology digital images and diagnostic pathology text. You will build models to automatically generate text from image data, and vice versa. You will explore optimal ways to integrate the generated models into regular clinical and industrial pathology workflows. You will also summarize findings in manuscripts to be presented at high impact international conferences and scientific journals. Essential Requirements Masters degree in a subject relevant to the project A strong background in mathematics Knowledge of machine learning Experience with natural language processing (NLP) and computer vision (CV) Ability to work in a Linux console environment Proficiency in PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Jax To be successful in this role, it is of key importance to demonstrate a high level of independence in the pursuit of your work. You need to have excellent collaborative skills, a highly professional approach and also well-developed abilities to analyse and work with complex issues. Desired Qualifications Experience of application of machine learning in a life science context So what’s next? We welcome your application no later than May 24 2024. We will review applications on a regular basis so please apply as soon as possible. Are you ready to join a team that's pushing the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines? If your passion is science and you want to be part of a team that makes a bigger impact on patients' lives, then there's no better place to be. Apply today! Date Posted 26-apr.-2024 Closing Date 23-maj-2024 Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form. AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all. Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking. We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions. As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential. Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day. This is your life at AstraZeneca.