Researcher in data driven health, with specialisation in knowledge graphs Part-time

Researcher in Data Driven Health, With Specialisation in Knowledge Graphs

Within the School of Engineering Sciences in Chemistry, Biotechnology and Health at KTH, we run a large number of research projects in close collaboration with societal stakeholders, with the aim of creating value from health data at the societal, individual, and health care levels. Data harmonization, the use of knowledge graphs, visualization, and participatory methods are key competencies for developing meaningful projects.

The department has many students, and we are seeking a researcher who can build successful initiatives that connect societal stakeholders' expectations with the collective expertise of our students. We see integrating education with research as an important way to create impact.

Qualifications

Requirements

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree
• Demonstrated research expertise in computer science in the health domain or a related field.
• Experience leading research projects in collaboration with societal stakeholders, particularly in the public sector on health-related issues.
• Ability to lead and develop projects involving health data, and extensive experience working with knowledge graphs, cloud services, and Kubernetes environments.
• A pedagogical approach and the skills needed to include master's students in your projects.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with a wide range of professionals to achieve impact through your research.

Preferred qualifications

• Familiarity with Swedish open data sources in the public sector, particularly those related to health and social care, is an advantage.
• Knowledge of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.

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