Machine Learning Engineer - Genomic Data and Precision Medicine Initiatives

Company Description

The University Health Network, where “above all else the needs of patients come first”, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of “Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning”, the University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

Job Description

Union :  Non-Union

Site : Toronto General Hospital

Department : Peter Munk Cardiac Centre

Reports to : Dr Bo Wang

Work Model :   Hybrid

Grade : H0 : 11

Hours : hours per week

Salary : $112, - $140, annually

Status : Temporary Full Time (12 months)

Closing Date : August 1 2024

Position Summary

Join the Peter Munk Cardiac Centre AI Team, which unites scientists and clinicians across UHN to develop and implement safe and responsible AI applications aimed at advancing healthcare. In this role, you will collaborate closely with care providers, researchers, and students to deepen expertise and pioneer AI and machine learning (ML) methods for research and clinical application. As a Machine Learning Engineer, you will create sophisticated ML software solutions and methodologies targeting high-priority initiatives, using cutting-edge AI technology within the cardiac domain. You will work under the guidance of the Chief AI Scientist to apply AI techniques in addressing complex questions involving genomic and proteomic data. Key responsibilities include spearheading AI initiatives in computational biology and precision medicine.

Duties

• Develop and apply advanced AI / ML techniques to complex research problems in genomics and precision medicine.
• Architect, develop, optimize, and manage the deployment of AI functionalities across multiple projects.
• Clearly interpret and communicate technical results and methods; engage effectively across various teams.
• Provide technical expertise for program management and support business development activities, including grant proposal writing.
• Research and implement cutting-edge AI algorithms and tools.
• Design and execute ML applications tailored to specific requirements.
• Select suitable datasets and data representation methods for genomic analysis.
• Conduct ML tests and experiments, including evaluation in post-production scenarios.
• Maintain and enhance ML libraries and frameworks.
• Stay updated with the latest trends in ML and AI; lead knowledge sharing within the community.
• Mentor and develop junior staff and support training initiatives for UHN staff interested in ML applications.
• Foster open, collaborative relationships between PMCC AI and the UHN AI Hub.
• Demonstrate self-motivation, set high performance standards, and drive results.
• Lead and supervise team members as required.

Qualifications

Additional Information

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

All UHN Employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, as a condition of hire. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. Should you be the successful candidate, you will be required to comply with UHN’s mandatory Vaccination Policy that is in effect.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

All UHN Employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, as a condition of hire. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. Should you be the successful candidate, you will be required to comply with UHN’s mandatory Vaccination Policy that is in effect.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.