PhD Fellowships in AI for Personalized Medicine

Universidad Carlos III de Madrid; España; Presencial; USD 46.000 - 58.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading university is looking for PhD candidates for the MSCA Doctoral Network MLCARE focusing on AI solutions for personalized medicine. The project offers 14 positions across various institutions and emphasizes the importance of a strong foundational knowledge in data science and related fields. All candidates must be formally admitted to a PhD programme and have excellent English skills. This position is full-time and temporary for 36 months.

Servicios

Flexible working conditions

Support for mobility and family needs

Formación

• Candidates must not hold a doctoral degree.
• Must be enrolled in a PhD programme in an EU Member State.
• Research experience is appreciated.

Responsabilidades

• Develop AI solutions for personalized medicine.
• Integrate data into multimodal patient representations.
• Assist in training and training activities within the network.

Conocimientos

Data science

Computer science

Physics

Mathematics

Biology

Medicine

Communication skills

Educación

Formal admission to a PhD programme

Excellent English language proficiency

Descripción del empleo

Biological sciences » Biological engineering

Medical sciences » Health sciences

Engineering » Biomedical engineering

Engineering » Other

Mathematics

Organisation/Company Universidad Carlos III de Madrid Department Signal Theory and Communications Research Field Computer science » Modelling tools Computer science » Database management Biological sciences » Biological engineering Medical sciences » Health sciences Engineering » Biomedical engineering Engineering » Other Mathematics Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Master Positions Application Deadline 1 Mar 2026 - 23:00 (Africa/Abidjan) Country Spain Type of Contract Other Type of Contract Extra Information Temporary: 36 months Job Status Full-time Offer Starting Date 1 Sep 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Horizon Europe - MSCA Marie Curie Grant Agreement Number 101226456 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

MSCA Doctoral Network MLCARE ( Machine Learning Computational Advancements for peRsonalized mEdicine) HORIZON-MSCA-2024-DN-01 - 101226456

The European Doctoral Network “Machine Learning Computational Advancements for peRsonalized mEdicine” (MLCARE), funded under the Horizon Europe MSCA call, will start on January 2026 (with DCs starting between June and September 2026). There are 14 positions for PhD candidates to develop their PhD in the institutions funded by the project.

The MLCARE project seeks to advance personalized medicine by developing cutting-edge AI solutions that integrate genomic, clinical, and environmental data into holistic, multimodal patient representations. The program will equip doctoral candidates with the technical, analytical, and ethical skills needed to lead the future of patient-centered, AI-driven medicine.


The following research topics are offered:

DC1: Hierarchical latent variable models for omics data integration and precision therapy. Host and PhD enrollment: Universidad Carlos III Madrid (ES).

DC3: Clinical foundation models. Host: Max Planck Society for the Advancement of Science (DE). PhD enrollment:Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (DE).

DC4: Data-integrative individual specific networks (ISNs) to identify dynamic network biomarkers. Host and PhD enrolment: Universite de Liege (BE).

DC5: Explainability & Robustness in Foundation Models. Host and PhD enrolment:Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (DE).

DC6: Neuropsychiatric Disorders’ Development Prediction using Multimodal and Explainable AI Models. Host and PhD enrolment:Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (DE).

DC7: Sex-stratified investigation of the interplay between asthma and neuropsychiatric disorders. Host and PhD enrolment: Université Paris Cité (FR).

DC8: Precision psychiatric methods in major depression – deep probabilistic networks and rectified factor networks. Host: HMNC Holding GMBH(DE). PhD enrolment:Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (DE)

DC10: Enhancing Health Studies: Effective Use of Continuous Health Indicators from Electronic Health Records. Host and PhD enrolment: University of Tartu (EE).

DC11: Foundation models for longitudinal and genomic health data. Host:University of Copenhagen (DK). PhD enrolment:University of Copenhagen (DK).

At the time of recruitment (i.e. when the employment contract begins), the researcher must have been formally admitted to a PhD programme that meets the national requirements for doctoral enrolment in the host country. Proof of admission must be provided prior to the start of the contract.

Solid background in fields like data science, computer science, physics, or mathematics is required.

Candidates with background in biology and medicine , as well as mathematical, computational, and engineering disciplines are also encouraged to apply.

The qualifications required for each position may differ. For detailed information, please consult the official announcements available on the project’s website.

A high level of English language is required.

Research experience and good communication skills are appreciated.

Specific Requirements

• Candidates must not already hold a doctoral degree, and by the time they sign the contract, they must be enrolled (or accepted) in a PhD programme leading to the award of a degree in at least one EU Member State or Horizon Europe associated country . Researchers who have successfully defended their doctoral thesis but who have not yet formally been awarded the doctoral degree will NOT be considered as doctoral candidates.
• Not have resided or carried out their main activity (work, studies, etc.) in the country of the recruiting beneficiary for more than 12 months in the 36 months immediately before the recruitment date — unless as part of a compulsory national service or a procedure for obtaining refugee status under the Geneva Convention.
• Be working exclusively for the action.

Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

Research Field Computer science » Other

Additional Information

• Full time dedication with flexible working conditions
• Support for researchers' mobility, family needs, and special requirements.
  
  Please note that each hosting institution sets its own specific details and conditions , so make sure to review them carefully before applying.

Selection process

Applicants are required to complete both of the following mandatory steps:

• Submit the application following host indications.

Applications will include a detailed CV and cover letter, academic records, a proof of English proficiency and, at least, 2 letters of recommendation.

Please note: If suitable candidates are identified during the recruitment process, we reserve the right to fill the position before the deadline. All applicants will be notified in due time. This measure aims to ensure a timely recruitment process and to support the successful implementation of the MSCA Doctoral Network. Consequently, we strongly encourage interested applicants to apply at their earliest convenience.

Additional comments

Candidates may apply to more than one position within the project if relevant.

As part of the program, DCs are expected to assist to training in summer schools, perform secondments during the project, and participate in online seminars and other training activities organized by the network.

Number of offers available 14 Company/Institute Different institutions in different countries Country Europe Geofield

Number of offers available 2 Company/Institute UC3M MADRID Country Spain State/Province MADRID City Leganés Geofield

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute MAX-PLANCK INSTITUTE Country Germany City MUNICH Postal Code 80539 Street HOFGARTENSTRASSE 8 Geofield

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute UNIVERSITE DE LIÈGE Country Belgium Geofield

Number of offers available 2 Company/Institute LUDWIG-MAXIMILIANS-UNIVERSITY Country Germany City MUNICH Postal Code 80539 Street GESCHWISTER SCHOLL PLATZ 1 Geofield

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute UNIVERSITE PARIS CITÉ Country France City PARIS Postal Code 75006 Street 85 BD SAINT GERMAIN Geofield

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute HMNC HOLDING GMBH Country Germany City MUNICH Postal Code 80807 Street WILHELM- WAGENFELD-STRASSE 20 Geofield

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute FUNDACION PUBLICA ANDALUZA PROGRESO Y SALUD M.P. Country Spain Geofield

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute UNIVERSITY OF TARTU Country Estonia City TARTU Postal Code 50090 Street ULIKOOLI 18 Geofield

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute COPENAGHEN UNIVERSITY Country Denmark City COPENAGHEN Geofield

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute ASTRAZENECA UK LIMITED Country United Kingdom State/Province Cambridge City Trumpington Postal Code CB2 0AA Street 1 Francis Crick Ave Geofield

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute PHARMATICS LIMITED Country United Kingdom City EDINBURGH Postal Code EH16 4UX Street 9 LITTLE FRANCE ROAD EDINBURGH BIOQUARTER, Geofield