Demonstrate your proven research competencies and track record in AI and medical/biomedical/biology
Full Time/Fixed Term Appointment 23/11/2029, Remuneration at Academic Level C
This role is based at La Trobe University’s Bundoora Campus

About the position:

The Victorian Government has partnered with La Trobe University to establish the Australian Centre for Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Medical Innovation (ACAMI).

Established in 2024, ACAMI is a collaborative research, clinical trials and workforce development centre operating at the intersection of AI and medical innovation. The Centre supports local medical research institutes and industry partners, delivering new and additional capabilities to ensure Victoria’s world-leading medical innovation and life sciences research ecosystem maintains pace with global standards and opportunities as AI capability develops.

The Centre builds upon on La Trobe University’s existing capabilities across artificial intelligence research, cancer, immunology and immunotherapy research, a well-established clinical trial network, and recognised leadership in producing industry-ready graduates.

With in-depth expertise and extensive experience in AI and machine learning research, and ideally in the application of AI technologies to relevant medical and/or biotechnology industries, the Senior Research Fellow will work with, and support research projects and activities of ACAMI’s Director & Chief Scientist, including the centre’s engagement with industry and research partners to meet the centre’s research and industry engagement goals. This role will help establish and maintain ACAMI’s research collaborations and collaborative working relationships with academic divisions of the university.

Reporting to the Director & Chief Scientist of ACAMI, some of your duties will include:

Conduct cutting-edge research work in the cross-disciplinary areas of AI and medical research under the supervision of ACAMI’s Director & Chief Scientist.
Work with ACAMI’s Director & Chief Scientist and the research team to engage with industry partners, scope real-world medical/biological problems, and deliver practical AI solutions.
Actively seek and secure external research funding from both industry and government sources by developing competitive research funding proposals and building collaborative partnerships.
Support the Centre in establishing and building high functioning teams who work towards a shared vision, clear goals and targets and developing a culture of excellence, innovation and collaboration across professional teams in the Centre, La Trobe partners and external stakeholders.
Initiate and lead cross-disciplinary collaborations with both internal teams and external partners, facilitating the translation of research insights into practical solutions and new technologies.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop external funding pipelines to support the growth of the research programs.

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