Digital Pathology AI Scientist

Job summary

Job Summary Based at the Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust, the team will be uniquely positioned between the clinical and research arms of the programme, aiming to deliver clinically driven deployment of AI in the NHS, as well as research-led validation of AI tools using world-leading infrastructure. The Digital Pathology AI Scientist position will provide a pivotal role in advancing the use of AI in the NHS, aiming to reduce waiting times for cancer patient diagnoses and operational costs for hospitals. To succeed in this role, the post holder will need in depth knowledge and skills in the development and application of Artificial Intelligence applied to healthcare. Successful applicants will build, deploy and evaluate existing software tools in both research and clinical settings. The post holder will be required to keep up to date with existing research trends and methodologies, and have the flexibility to react to external factors that may steer the direction of current research activity. The ability to manage workloads to support existing research projects as well as undertaking independent research is essential.

Main duties of the job

Why you should join our Team The National Pathology Imaging Co-operative (NPIC) programme works collaboratively with Hospital Trusts, Universities, and commercial companies, to drive the adoption of Digital Pathology (DP) and diagnostic Artificial Intelligence (AI) for the benefit of patients across England. NPIC is a multidisciplinary and highly motivated team that is working to deliver these challenging ambitions. As a part of this team, you can expect a supportive environment, with management that is receptive to the needs of individuals. NPIC staff are supported in their continued development through training, and opportunities to be involved diverse aspects of a multimillion-pound programme.

About us

The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care. We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page. Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For questions about this job, contact:

Alex Wright Head of Research Infrastructure Alexander.wright5@nhs.net

What you will bring to the role

As part of this post a successful candidate will be expected to have a doctoral qualification (or close to completion) in AI in healthcare or a similar field, with a good understanding of DP imaging and the routine issues that affect AI development and accuracy. The primary role of the position will be to implement and evaluate the viability of digital pathology AI diagnostic tools, in terms of accuracy and reliability, and therefore requires excellent technical and analytical skills. Additionally, the role will involve developing a broad range of AI tools and technical solutions to assist with a diverse range of research projects within the programme. A successful candidate will be expected to work as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team, whilst managing and prioritising their work independently. The role will require professionalism and high standards of communication, especially when providing reports to senior management and communicating complex technical information to stakeholders.

Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.

About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust

Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are:

Patient-centred Collaborative Fair Accountable Empowered

All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values

We’re committed to recruiting exceptional people to deliver outstanding services across Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and helping every colleague reach their full potential. We’re looking for a compassionate, inclusive, and collaborative leader who shares our values and can build strong partnerships. We warmly invite applications from people from a variety of backgrounds and sectors, and are especially keen to hear from individuals from a minority ethnic background. We’re dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and has a true sense of belonging, as we work together to deliver the best in healthcare to the people of Leeds and beyond.

Sponsorship Eligibility

To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

St James’s University Hospital

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS9 7TF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/

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