Data Scientist

Position Overview

This is a remote, full-time opportunity based in Ireland with Deciphex, an innovative company developing AI solutions for digital pathology. The role involves independent research ownership with access to extensive whole-slide image datasets, collaborating closely with domain experts like pathologists and AI researchers. The work contributes to EU-funded projects, supporting advancements in animal research ethics.

Key Responsibilities

• Create benchmark datasets and evaluation frameworks for pathology foundation models where public benchmarks are not yet available.
• Perform statistical analyses on control datasets, examining trends, confounders, and technical batch effects from multiple sites and imaging scanners.
• Curate and rigorously quality-check large whole-slide image collections along with their research metadata.
• Validate AI models for pathology and develop scientific evidence to support their robustness.
• Collaborate closely with pathologists to ensure datasets and results reflect accurate tissue morphology.
• Disseminate findings through publications and presentations.

Candidate Profile

• Strong research background demonstrated by a PhD in a quantitative or biomedical discipline, or equivalent industrial research experience.
• Experience applying machine learning techniques to biomedical datasets, preferably imaging data.
• Ability to comprehend and translate scientific literature into testable hypotheses in new areas.
• Proficiency managing the full scientific research cycle: question formulation, data gathering, analysis, validation, and communication.
• Solid grounding in applied statistics and reproducible data analysis methodologies.
• Programming expertise in Python and/or R, plus familiarity with SQL databases.
• Effective scientific communication skills to explain complex methods, limitations, and conclusions to diverse stakeholders such as pathologists, engineers, and partners.

Desirable Skills

• Experience in computational pathology or whole-slide image analysis.
• Familiarity with preclinical toxicology study designs.
• Knowledge of pathology foundation models or self-supervised learning techniques.
• Understanding of regulatory standards like SEND/CDISC and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
• Previous involvement in EU-funded collaborative research projects.

Company Overview

Deciphex, founded in Dublin in 2017, is on the cutting edge of AI development for digital pathology, supporting pharmaceutical advancement and patient diagnosis globally. The company employs over 230 staff across several international locations and fosters a culture of trust, innovation, and strong teamwork.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage.
• Competitive annual leave entitlement.
• Meaningful work contributing directly to improved patient outcomes.
• Opportunity to join a world-class, fast-growing startup environment.
• Engagement with unique, challenging projects.
• Regular performance evaluations and significant potential for career progression.
• A collaborative, diverse, and supportive multicultural team environment.

Additional Information

Applicants must already have the legal right to work in Ireland, as the company does not provide work permits or visa sponsorship. Deciphex is an equal opportunity employer committed to non-discrimination across all legally protected characteristics.