Digital Pathology AI Scientist

Job summary

Job Summary Based at the Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust, the team will be uniquely positioned between the clinical and research arms of the programme, aiming to deliver clinically driven deployment of AI in the NHS, as well as research-led validation of AI tools using world-leading infrastructure. The Digital Pathology AI Scientist position will provide a pivotal role in advancing the use of AI in the NHS, aiming to reduce waiting times for cancer patient diagnoses and operational costs for hospitals. To succeed in this role, the post holder will need in depth knowledge and skills in the development and application of Artificial Intelligence applied to healthcare. Successful applicants will build, deploy and evaluate existing software tools in both research and clinical settings. The post holder will be required to keep up to date with existing research trends and methodologies, and have the flexibility to react to external factors that may steer the direction of current research activity. The ability to manage workloads to support existing research projects as well as undertaking independent research is essential.

Main duties of the job

Why you should join our Team The National Pathology Imaging Co-operative (NPIC) programme works collaboratively with Hospital Trusts, Universities, and commercial companies, to drive the adoption of Digital Pathology (DP) and diagnostic Artificial Intelligence (AI) for the benefit of patients across England. NPIC is a multidisciplinary and highly motivated team that is working to deliver these challenging ambitions. As a part of this team, you can expect a supportive environment, with management that is receptive to the needs of individuals. NPIC staff are supported in their continued development through training, and opportunities to be involved diverse aspects of a multimillion-pound programme.

Job responsibilities

The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care. We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page. Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.