Doctoral Researcher in Machine Learning for Biomedical Imaging | Doktorand:in (m/w/d)

Leibniz-Institut f.Analytische Wissenschaften -ISAS- e.V.

Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Jan 27, 2026
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

The Leibniz Institute for Analytical Sciences (ISAS) is seeking a Doctoral Researcher to join the Analysis of Microscopic Biomedical Images (AMBIOM) group in Dortmund. This role is crucial for the DFG-funded ComplexEye project, focusing on developing high-throughput single-cell analysis methods using array microscopy. Day-to-day responsibilities include designing novel Machine Learning algorithms, particularly for 2D time-lapse microscopy data, and integrating large Foundation Models into existing image analysis workflows. The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field, possesses strong knowledge of Machine Learning and Computer Vision, and is proficient in Python and Deep Learning frameworks like PyTorch. This position offers excellent scientific development opportunities in an international environment, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and the chance to publish research in high-ranking journals and conferences, contributing directly to personalized medicine advancements.

Required Skills

Education

Master's, Diploma, or equivalent degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, Biomedical Engineering, or a relevant scientific field

Experience

  • Comprehensive experience in Computer Vision or Image Analysis
  • Experience with Foundation Models (Large Vision Models or multimodal Large Language Models)
  • Experience in developing Open-Source Software (advantageous)
  • Experience publishing results at high-ranking Computer Vision conferences or in journals

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • The position is full-time and limited to 3 years; Must comply with the German Fixed-Term Research Contracts Act (WissZeitVG).