Researcher in AI-Based Hyperspectral Image Processing and Brain Imaging

UNIVERSIDAD DE LAS PALMAS DE GRAN CANARIA; España; Sur place; EUR 30 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (ULPGC) offers a researcher position to work on the OASIS project, focusing on AI applied to hyperspectral image processing and brain MRI modelling, based at the IUMA.

The successful candidate will contribute to hardware and software research with emphasis on AI, data processing, and neurodiagnosis of brain tumours, under a permanent, full-time contract.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Physics or Telecommunications Technologies.
• Bachelor's degree in Physics, Electronic Engineering or Telecommunications Technologies.
• At least 12 months of professional experience in research projects.

Responsabilités

• AI algorithms development for hyperspectral data processing and imaging.
• Development and validation of a brain deformation model based on MRI data.
• Demonstration and validation of a brain tumour neurodiagnosis system using hyperspectral imaging and AI.

Connaissances

MATLAB

Python

AI algorithms

Hyperspectral imaging

Formation

Master's degree in Physics or Telecommunications Technologies

Bachelor's degree in Physics, Electronic Engineering or Telecommunications Technologies

Description du poste

UNIVERSIDAD DE LAS PALMAS DE GRAN CANARIA

Organisation/Company UNIVERSIDAD DE LAS PALMAS DE GRAN CANARIA Research Field Computer science » Computer systems Engineering » Biomedical engineering Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions PhD Positions Application Deadline 25 Nov 2026 – 23:59 (Atlantic/Canary) Country Spain Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Offer Starting Date 12 Nov 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (ULPGC) is offering one researcher position (ICP2 – Master's degree or equivalent, MECES Level 3) to work on the research project OASIS: Open AI-Driven Stack for Enhanced HPEC Platforms in Embedded Systems (Project reference: PID2023-148285OB-C43).

The position is associated with the research line Design of Electronic Systems for Data, Image and Video Processing (GIR 617) and will be based at the University Institute of Applied Microelectronics (IUMA) of the ULPGC.

The project is funded by the Spanish Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities and has an execution end date of 31 December 2027.

The successful candidate will contribute to research and development activities involving hardware and software, with particular emphasis on artificial intelligence applied to hyperspectral image processing, mathematical modelling of brain deformation using magnetic resonance imaging, and the validation of systems for the neurodiagnosis of brain tumours.

Main Responsibilities

• WP3.2 – Artificial intelligence applied to hyperspectral image processing
  • Development of AI algorithms for hyperspectral data segmentation, region and contour detection, compression and classification.
• WP3.3 – Development of a mathematical model of brain deformation based on magnetic resonance imaging
  • Development and validation of a brain deformation model suitable for registering intraoperative hyperspectral images (HSI) with preoperative magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
  • Validation of the proposed model against the reference established in the project and comparison with standard algorithms.
• WP3.5 – Application of the developed hyperspectral and multispectral systems to the neurodiagnosis of brain tumours
  • Demonstration and validation of a brain tumour neurodiagnosis system based on hyperspectral imaging (HSI) and artificial intelligence algorithms.

Specific Requirements

• Master's degree in Physics or Telecommunications Technologies.
• Bachelor's degree in Physics, Electronic Engineering or Telecommunications Technologies.

- Previous professional experience: At least 12 months of previous professional experience in research projects dealing with a similar subject.

Selection Criteria and Scoring Breakdown

The minimum score required to be selected or included on the reserve list is 50 points out of 100.

Assessment criteria

Weight

Research and/or professional experience

40 points

40%

20 points

20%

Other merits

20 points

20%

Interview and/or practical test

20 points

20%

Total

100 points

100%

1. Research and/or professional experience – 40 points (40%)

The assessment will take into account:

• The relevance of the candidate's experience to the position.
• Participation in research projects and/or employment contracts with public or private entities.
• Knowledge and command of instrumental techniques.
• Dissemination and training activities.
• Other relevant professional experience, particularly:
  • Knowledge of data processing through mathematical modelling and artificial intelligence algorithms.
  • Programming skills in MATLAB and/or Python.

Supporting documentation: Copy of the employment contract.

2. Academic qualifications – 20 points (20%)

The assessment will consider:

• Academic transcript.
• Additional training relevant to the position.

The qualification required for admission to the selection process will not be assessed as an additional merit.

Supporting documentation: Copy of the degree certificate, proof of payment of the relevant administrative fees, or a certificate issued by the relevant institution confirming that all the studies required to obtain the qualification have been completed.

3. Other merits – 20 points (20%)

The following merits will be assessed:

• Courses related to the subject matter of the project.
• English language proficiency at B2 level under the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), or higher.
• Certificates confirming completion of relevant courses.
• Language certificate or sworn statement.

4. Interview – 20 points (20%)

Applicants will be invited to a personal interview. The following aspects will be assessed:

• Initiative and ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to explain and present research results.
• Motivation.
• Suitability of the candidate's profile and skills for the duties of the position.
• Knowledge of the sector in which the successful candidate will carry out their activities.

Research Field Physics OtherTechnology Telecommunications technology

Additional Information

• Contract: Indefinite-term contract linked to a research line and funded by the project.
• Working hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week.
• Working days: Monday to Friday.

The contract is funded until the project's execution end date, currently scheduled for 31 December 2027.

Eligibility criteria

Applicants must meet the following general requirements:

• Nationality and work authorisation: Spanish nationals and nationals of other states may apply in accordance with Article 57 of the Spanish Basic Statute of Public Employees (Royal Legislative Decree 5/2015, of 30 October).
• Family members of EU citizens: Spouses of Spanish nationals or nationals of other EU Member States may apply, provided that they are not legally separated. Their direct descendants under 21 years of age, or older dependants, may also apply. These provisions may extend to family members of third-country nationals where provided for by international treaties concluded by the EU and ratified by Spain.
• Legal residence in Spain: Other applicants may participate if they are legally resident in Spain and hold a document authorising them to work without restrictions in the Spanish labour market, or if applicable legislation permits them to enter into employment contracts with public-sector entities.
• Academic qualifications: Applicants must hold the qualifications and meet the specific academic requirements established in the call. For qualifications obtained abroad, an official Spanish translation of the supporting documents must be provided. Where required by the call or by the regulated-profession framework, the relevant homologation or equivalence decision must also be obtained.
• Functional capacity: Applicants must have the functional capacity required to perform the duties of the position.
• Age: Applicants must be at least 16 years old and must not have reached the statutory compulsory retirement age.
• Disciplinary or criminal disqualification: Applicants must not have been dismissed from public service following disciplinary proceedings or disqualified from holding public office by a criminal conviction. Equivalent disqualifications or disciplinary sanctions in other countries also apply.
• Medical fitness: Applicants must not have any illness or physical or mental limitation incompatible with the duties of the position.
• Language proficiency: The specific call may establish the required language and level of proficiency.
• Specific requirements: Applicants must meet all additional requirements stated in this call.

Selection process

Once the application period has ended, the ULPGC will publish a provisional list of admitted and excluded applicants, indicating the reasons for exclusion.

Applicants who have been excluded will have three working days to correct formal errors in their applications. No new merits may be added after the initial application deadline.

Following the correction period, the definitive list of admitted and excluded applicants will be published and will serve as official notification.

The Assessment Committee will evaluate admitted applications according to the selection criteria and weighting established in the call. Interviews or additional tests may be conducted where provided for.

After the assessment, a provisional award proposal will be published, listing applicants in order of their scores. Candidates will have three working days to submit any representations or objections.

Once these have been considered, the final award proposal will be submitted to the competent authority for approval, in accordance with Article 15 of the ULPGC Regulations governing the recruitment of research and technical staff.

The selection process will comply with the principles of equality, merit and ability, ensuring transparency, objectivity and impartiality.

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute University Institute of Applied Microelectronics (IUMA) of the ULPGC. Country Spain State/Province Las Palmas Street 35017 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Las Palmas Geofield