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Postdoc / Scientific Software Developer

Data Science and AI Full–time
ID: #18157
Posted: 2026-02-25
Salary

Description

A prestigious research centre is seeking a talented developer with expertise in image analysis and machine learning to bring their skills to bear on cutting edge research. There is flexibility towards either a purely engineering or research role. You will work on a range of projects relating to image analysis in the life sciences, to advance the state of the art. The team use a variety of evolving and experimental image processing and machine learning techniques, starting from modelling in tools including MATLAB through to development of image analysis (2D, 3D and 4D) and machine learning software in Python. Datasets are vast (terabytes to petabytes) and significant computational power and HPC is available. You will have: • A relevant PhD (or equivalent experience), and a good technical degree in a relevant subject, backed by strong A-level grades. • Intellectual curiosity, drive, energy and reasoning skills. • Team working and an interest in working alongside researchers with diverse backgrounds. • Adaptability given rapidly evolving techniques. • Strong algorithm development and software engineering ability, particularly around computational modelling for image analysis, image processing and/or machine learning (ideally CNNs for volumetric data). Increasingly, software architecture is a consideration. Python, TensorFlow, Keras, PyLattice or similar technologies would be indicative; additional languages such as C++ are also acceptable. Familiarity with computer vision, big data, geometric feature extraction, cellular imaging, timelapse imaging and tracking, volumetric tiling, voxel imaging, 3D graphics, spherical harmonics (3D, or 4D hyperspherical), light-sheet microscopy, particle image velocimetry (PIV), EFM and/or similar areas would be beneficial. This role will initially be a fixed term contract for 3+ years, with the potential to become a permanent position at that time. Salary is competitive and benefits are excellent. Flexible hours and hybrid working are available. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.

Hard Skills 6
Skill Source Confidence
Python llm_hard
100%
Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN) llm_hard
100%
TensorFlow llm_hard
100%
Keras llm_hard
100%
Computer Vision llm_hard
100%
Image Processing llm_hard
100%
Soft Skills 8
Skill Source Confidence
Research Skills llm_soft
100%
Adaptability llm_soft
100%
Teamwork llm_soft
100%
Critical Thinking llm_soft
80%
Analytical Thinking llm_soft
80%
Continuous Learning llm_soft
80%
Collaboration llm_soft
80%
Problem-Solving llm_soft
80%
Apply Options
Publisher Direct Link
ECM Selection No Apply
ECM Selection Yes Apply
Talents By StudySmarter No Apply
Jobilize No Apply
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