Application expert - Group Leader in Life Sciences
Back to available jobsWe are looking for an Application expert in Life Sciences with experience of serving as a group leader
Mimer offer access to AI-optimised supercomputers and services such as training and support to SMEs, startups, researchers, and government agencies. The aim is to advance innovation, boost the adoption of AI and make Europe a leading AI continent. We are hosted by NAISS in partnership with RISE Research Institutes of Sweden and is part of the EU’s ambitious AI Factories initiative.
Learn more: https://mimer-ai.eu/about-mimer/, https://www.naiss.se, https://eurohpc-ju.europa.eu/ai-factories_en
The position
In this role, you will have two primary responsibilities: As an application expert, to support researchers, and as a Group Leader.
In the first function, your responsibility is to assist life science researchers in carrying out concrete AI projects. This includes compiling, organising, and sharing key datasets, assisting with resource allocation proposals, conducting machine learning workflows, and developing complete models. Example applications include microscopy image data, cryo-electron microscopy, structural prediction and dynamic simulation of biological macromolecules, genomics data, and personalised medicine, including the use of language models. The role also involves organising training and joint activities in AI for life sciences, collaborating with other infrastructures in Sweden and across the EU.
In the second function, your responsibility is to facilitate, develop, and collaborate with colleagues at RISE and partner universities to advance the user support provided nationally within the life sciences domain. As part of the leadership assignment, you will also be contributing to the leadership of the European working group on AI in the life sciences.
The person we need
We are looking for someone with broad subject knowledge in life sciences, with a focus on machine learning, as well as a willingness and proven ability to work with leadership and team development in your role.
Requirements for the position are:
- Doctoral degree including work in machine learning applied to the life sciences
- Experience in large-scale computing and/or organising large datasets in the life sciences
- Proven ability to independently author scientific publications
- Excellent communication skills in oral and written English
- Ability to convincingly convey the importance and impact of a complex scientific project to a broad range of stakeholders
- Interest, experience, and ability to lead work groups at both local and national level.
Of merit for the position:
- Experience in developing custom AI models within the life sciences
- Experience working in multinational environments and engaging with international organisations and funding bodies
- Experience from EU and/or EuroHPC projects
- Experience in writing proposals for compute time or similar research resources
- Experience in collaboration with industry or public sector organisations
- Strong communication skills in oral and written Swedish
The workplace
You will work at NAISS that is hosted by Linköping University. We are a growing organisation changing rapidly, which means we offer excellent opportunities for professional development new responsibilities. The centre includes a broad range of staff ranging from system administrators to user support, training and administrative roles. Read more at https://www.naiss.se
The employment
Permanent position, full-time, 100%. Starting date by agreement.
The position involves a role as Application expert.
This position may come to be a security classified position. If so, security screening including a records check will be carried out before any decision on employment is made.
Salary and employment benefits
Linköping University is a Swedish public employer and offers individual salary setting, as well as opportunities to combine an active lifestyle with employment.
NAISS offers a possibility of remote work up to 40% of the working time.
More information about employee benefits is available here.
Union representatives
Information about union representatives, see Help for applicants.
Application procedure
Apply for the position by clicking the “Apply” button below. Your application must reach Linköping University no later than 2026-01-19.
Applications and documents received after the date above will not be considered.
We look forward to receiving your application!
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