PhD Position in the Field of Artificial Intelligence

The University Hospital Bonn (ukb)
Bonn, Germany
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Part-time (≤ 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English, German

Job location

Bonn, Germany

Tech stack

Artificial Intelligence
Computer Vision
Python
Machine Learning
Real Time Systems
PyTorch
Deep Learning
Information Technology

Job description

  • Develop computer vision models to analyze surgical videos, including action recognition, instrument usage, and relevant interactions
  • Build and annotate a suitable dataset in close collaboration with other project staff;Â develop annotation and quality-assurance tools
  • Evaluate the models together with teachers and students; validate learning progress
  • Prototype the implementation of a Teaching Assistant
  • Publish results in journals and at conferences; contribute to the design of teaching and training offerings

Requirements

  • MSc or an equivalent degree in Computer Science or related fields with a strong background in machine learning and computer vision
  • Solid knowledge of Python and deep learning frameworks (PyTorch); experience with modern architectures for video analysis, temporal modeling, and/or real-time systems is advantageous
  • Enthusiasm for solving medical challenges, ideally with prior experience working with medical data
  • Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams
  • Very good command of German or English

Benefits & conditions

  • Responsible and diverse: A position with plenty of room for creativity and responsibility within a supportive and collegial team
  • Fair compensation: Pay according to the TV-L collective agreement, including annual bonus and company pension scheme
  • Family-friendly flexibility: Flexible working time models, access to a place in our company daycare center, and programs supporting employees returning from parental leave
  • Smart commuting: Excellent connection to the SWB public transport network and the option of an interest-free loan for the purchase of an e-bike
  • Supported development: Individual training opportunities through courses, e-learning programs, and coaching sessions
  • Structured onboarding: A systematic introduction to your new role and team
  • Healthy at work: A wide range of health and wellness programs, plus free membership at the UKB fitness studio
  • Employee benefits: Access to discounted offers for employees (corporate benefits)

About the company

The University Hospital Bonn (UKB) is one of Germany’s leading university hospitals, combining top-level performance in medicine and research withexcellence in teaching. Each year, more than half a million patients receive inpatient and outpatient care at the UKB. Around 3,500 students study medicine and dentistry here, and over 600 people are trained annually in healthcare professions. With approximately 9,900 employees, the UKB is the third-largest employer in the Bonn/Rhein-Sieg region. In the Focus hospital ranking, the UKB ranksfirst among universityhospitalsin North Rhine-Westphalia andsecond nationwide in terms of case mix index (case severity). In 2024, the UKB raised nearly €100 million in third-party funding for research, development, and teaching. The F.A.Z. Institute has named the UKB “Germany’s Training Champion” and “Germany’s Most Attractive Employer” for the fourth consecutive year.

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