Director Diagnostic Algorithm Expert (m/f/d)

Are you a software engineer, data scientist or algorithm engineer with experience in digital and computational pathology and would love to use your skills to develop computational pathology diagnostics?

Do you have experience in development and translation of AI/ML and deep learning solutions into software for clinical use? Are you interested in helping us to democratize personal healthcare through the power of the world´s data? – Join the Computational Diagnostic Development team in Munich!

ABOUT ASTRAZENECA

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies.

Scientists at AstraZeneca are working every day to turn science fiction into science fact. Our dream - to develop innovative, targeted medicines for every patient that needs them - and to match those treatments to patients most likely to benefit from them – is now becoming a reality. This approach, known as Precision Medicine, is based on those individual characteristics that make some patients respond to treatment better than others. We use this knowledge to develop diagnostic tests that doctors can use to help prescribe the best treatment for each patient.

In the Computational Diagnostic Development team within Precision Medicine, we build innovative software-based diagnostic solutions in leveraging latest machine learning and digital technologies.

SITE DESCRIPTION - Munich, Germany.

Welcome to Computational Pathology Munich, one of over 400 sites here at AstraZeneca, providing a collaborative environment where everyone feels comfortable and able to be themselves is at the core of AstraZeneca’s priorities, it’s important to us that you bring your full self to work every day. To help you maintain your best self, here’s a sneak peek into some of the things this site provides for you: After-work events, lunch & learns, spacious environment, sustainable office working environment, events, family and childcare support and of course the Alps around the corner for hiking, biking and skiing.

The Opportunity as Director Diagnostic Algorithm Expert (m/f/d)

You will be co-creating Computational Diagnostic solutions together with internal cross-functional teams and external partners.

You will be responsible for guiding Computational Diagnostic projects through prototyping, development, deployment, validation and regulatory submission for launch in key markets. The role will provide a combination of data science, AI/ML/deep learning engineering, software development and input into Precision Medicine projects where software-based diagnostics are used in patient segmentation.

As part of a cross-functional project team, you will provide expert direction for development, verification and validation of AI/ML and deep learning algorithms intended for integration into novel computational diagnostics. You will liaise with data science, software development teams and external vendors to create AI/ML algorithm design and development plans including data collection strategy. You will provide oversight for AI/ML development internally and externally and provide input to regulatory strategy and documentation in preparation for diagnostic regulatory submission. This will be to enable timely and successful diagnostic algorithm development, integration and deployment of computational diagnostic solutions to maximise patient access to our medicines.

What you will be doing

• Establish and champion diagnostic AI/ML competency in Precision Medicine
• Conduct design and development planning including data collection strategy for AI/ML and deep learning algorithm development, as well as verification and validation in line with diagnostic and clinical requirements
• Lead development of diagnostic AI/ML/deep learning algorithms in line with quality and regulatory obligations for software as a medical device (SaMD)
• Lead diagnostic algorithm integration and deployment in the clinic
• Provide input to feasibility, usability and SaMD V&V studies
• Provide input to performance evaluation studies and regulatory documents
• Provide input to development and implementation of enterprise-wide capabilities enabling delivery of algorithm-based diagnostic solutions
• Scout, evaluate and liaise with external partners for development of computational diagnostics

Essential Minimum Requirements

• PhD or equivalent experience in data science, AI/ML/deep learning engineering or algorithm and software development for medical device or in vitro diagnostic solutions
• Minimum of 3 years of industry experience in developing AI/ML with emphasis on deep learning applications in line with quality and regulatory obligations, ideally for computational pathology solutions
• Proven record of leading projects in a matrix environment and collaborating in cross-functional teams

Desirable

• Demonstrated leadership in developing and deploying software with clinical/diagnostic intended use
• Experience in development and implementation of Computer Vision applied to Pathology
• Experience in deploying large scale web or mobile applications
• Rich network in data science, software, diagnostic industries

AstraZeneca offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits. If you feel you are suitable for the role please apply! #DataAI #SaMD #SaIVD #ComputationalPathology #DigitalPathology #ComputationalDiagnostics #AI/ML #DeepLearning

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.