The Social Link Analytics unit has been dedicated to analyzing data related to biology and medicine, aiming to evaluate their impact on scientific advancement. Currently, in a phase of growth and development, the unit requires a strong, proactive leader to drive the team forward. The successful candidate will manage and guide a team of researchers, developers and students.
The main areas of activity of the unit have included:
- Research on sex and gender biases in health and Artificial Intelligence.
- Study the spread of disinformation in the media and on social networks, tracking its propagation and regarding the evolution of narratives. This involves applying network analysis techniques, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and language models (LLMs).
- Conducting a comprehensive evaluation of AI applications in the health sector, considering technical, human, and social dimensions.
- Leading the Bioinfo4Women - B4W (bioinfo4women.bsc.es/) cross-cutting program within the life sciences department. The primary goal is to foster the career advancement of women researchers, enabling them to reach leadership positions.
The leader of the unit, in collaboration with the department director, will be responsible for the future adaptation of these, and other possible research lines, and their evolution.
Key Duties
* Lead the development and implementation of projects aimed at validating Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions in the healthcare sector. This involves considering various aspects such as technical, ethical, legal, socioeconomic, cultural, and social factors.
* Lead research initiatives and developments focused on identifying and combating disinformation. This includes using AI techniques and language models to analyze the diffusion of false information and the evolution of narratives.
* Manage the strategic, organizational, and financial aspects of the department's Bioinfo4Women (B4W) program. This involves overseeing the program's progress and ensuring its alignment with the organization's overall goals.
* Lead data-driven research projects aimed at identifying and mitigating sex and gender biases in the health sector.
* Efficiently manage a team of researchers, technicians, and students, providing a conducive work environment that encourages growth and collaboration.
* Collaborate with the Life Sciences Department and the rest of the BSC in the development of the unit’s research lines.
* Represent the unit and the B4W program in different forums, conferences, and meetings, advocating for the team's research and objectives.
- Education
* Degree in informatics engineering, mathematics, physics
* PhD in Artificial Intelligence or similar
- Essential Knowledge and Professional Experience
* Minimum of 5 years’ of postdoctoral experience.
* Experience in coordinating and managing research projects, including the supervision of research staff and students.
- Additional Knowledge and Professional Experience
* Fluency in English is essential. Proficiency in Spanish and other European languages would be advantageous.
- Competences
* Ability to work in a team and in a multi-cultural environment.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Demonstrated critical judgment in the identification and execution of research activities.
All applications must be submitted via the BSC website (www.bsc.es/join-us/job-opportunities/54324lslsr4) and contain:
- A full CV in English, including contact details.
- A cover/motivation letter with a statement of interest in English, clearly specifying for which specific area and topics the applicant wishes to be considered. Additionally, two references for further contacts must be included. Applications without this document will not be considered.