Research Fellow in Artificial Intelligence for Healthcare

RFCSR; Guildford; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Surrey invites applications for a Research Fellow in Artificial Intelligence for Healthcare, based in Guildford. The role focuses on applying AI and data-driven methods to healthcare challenges, with collaborations across academic, clinical, and industry partners.

Responsibilities include independent and collaborative research, grant work, publishing, and presenting at conferences. The post is fixed-term and offers access to state-of-the-art facilities and a vibrant research

Qualifications

• PhD (or near completion) in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or a closely related discipline.
• Proven experience in AI, machine learning, or data science research.
• Experience with healthcare or biomedical datasets (desirable).
• Strong publication record or evidence of research outputs.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality independent and collaborative research.
• Contribute to grant-funded projects and proposals.
• Publish in leading academic journals and present findings at conferences.
• Support development of research proposals and contribute to the institution's academic mission.

Skills

Python

ML frameworks

Data analysis

Modelling/algorithm development

Healthcare data systems

Analytical/problem-solving

Scientific writing/communication

Translate research into practical apps

Education

PhD in CS/AI/Data Science or related field

Job description

Research Fellow in Artificial Intelligence for Healthcare

Location: Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom

General Description:
The University of Surrey is seeking to appoint a Research Fellow in Artificial Intelligence for Healthcare within its School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative interdisciplinary research focused on applying artificial intelligence and data-driven methodologies to healthcare challenges.

The successful candidate will work within a collaborative research environment, contributing to projects that leverage AI, machine learning, and data analytics to improve healthcare delivery, diagnostics, and patient outcomes. The role involves developing novel computational models, analysing complex healthcare datasets, and collaborating with academic, clinical, and industry partners.

Responsibilities include conducting high-quality independent and collaborative research, contributing to grant-funded projects, publishing in leading academic journals, and presenting findings at conferences. The postholder will also support the development of research proposals and contribute to the broader academic mission of the institution.

This position is offered on a fixed-term basis and provides access to state-of-the-art facilities and a vibrant research community, fostering professional growth and interdisciplinary engagement.

Eligibility Criteria:

• A PhD (or near completion) in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or a closely related discipline
• Demonstrated experience in AI, machine learning, or data science research
• Experience working with healthcare or biomedical datasets (desirable)
• Strong publication record or evidence of research outputs
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
• Strong organisational and project management skills

Required Expertise/Skills:

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python
• Experience with machine learning and deep learning frameworks
• Data analysis, modelling, and algorithm development
• Knowledge of healthcare data systems and standards (desirable)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Scientific writing and communication skills
• Ability to translate research into practical applications

Salary Details:
£37,099 to £44,263 per annum