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About the Role
This role will lead and execute data-driven initiatives at the intersection of AI, medical imaging, and clinical research, with a focus on ophthalmology, imaging biomarkers, and translational research. It is ideal for a hands-on, entrepreneurial individual with strong technical expertise in applied AI and quantitative methods, thriving in a collaborative biotech environment. The role offers substantial opportunity for ownership, visibility, and professional growth.
Responsibilities
- Drive AI & Innovation Initiatives
- Support and execute high-impact AI initiatives in clinical development and translational research
- Translate clinical and scientific questions into data-driven solutions
- Ensure solutions drive decision-making and clinical impact
- Lead and Execute Projects
- Own and drive projects from concept to execution
- Ensure delivery against timelines, milestones, and quality standards
- Contribute to prioritization and coordination across multiple initiatives
- Hands-on Technical Contribution
- Apply and guide development of machine learning/computer vision models
- Work with imaging data (i.e., OCT) and clinical datasets
- Critically assess methods, outputs, and statistical robustness
- Contribute to scalable and reproducible technical workflows and standards
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Collaborate closely with clinical, medical, scientific, and external stakeholders
- Translate between technical and non-technical audiences
- Act as a interface across functions and leadership, aligning stakeholders on priorities and decisions
- External Partnerships
- Support collaborations with academia, startups, CROs, and technology partners
- Contribute to evaluation of external technologies and innovative solutions
- Participate in external scientific interactions and collaborative initiatives
Requirements
- Advanced degree (PhD, MD, Masters, or equivalent) in a relevant field (e.g., data science, biomedical engineering, physics, medicine)
- Industry experience in biotech, pharma, medtech, healthcare AI, or related areas
- Exposure to ophthalmology or medical imaging applications (strongly preferred)
- Experience with machine learning, computer vision, and/or quantitative analysis of medical imaging data
- Familiarity with clinical research, imaging biomarkers, or translational science (highly desirable)
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across disciplines
- Self-driven, adaptable, and motivated to operate in a dynamic startup environment
- Someone who doesn’t wait for structure but creates it
- A collaborative problem-solver who can bridge AI, clinical science, and real-world application
- A hands-on innovator with curiosity, ownership, and a strong bias toward execution
- Someone who continuously asks: “Will this meaningfully improve decisions, clinical development, or patient outcomes?”
Skills
- AI
- Medical Imaging
- Clinical Research
- Ophthalmology
- Imaging Biomarkers
- Translational Research
- Applied AI
- Quantitative Methods
- Machine Learning
- Computer Vision
- Quantitative Analysis of Medical Imaging Data
Location
- London
- Europe
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- Associate Director
- Director
Education Level
- PhD
- MD
- Masters
- Equivalent
About the Company
- At AAVantgarde, we are committed to fostering a welcoming, collaborative, and inclusive environment.
- AAVantgarde’s HR team leads all recruitment activities for AAVantgarde globally.
- AAVantgarde will not recognise any notional ownership recruitment companies claim to hold over candidates they present directly to hiring managers without the AAVantgarde HR team’s consent, nor any fees the recruitment company may feel are due as a result of this.
- Unsolicited resumes sent to AAVantgarde from recruiters do not constitute any type of relationship between the recruiter and AAVantgarde and do not obligate AAVantgarde to pay fees should we hire from those resumes.
- We ask that external recruiters and/or agencies not contact or present candidates directly to our hiring managers or employees.
- If you are interested in becoming a recruitment partner please email the HR team at recruitment@aavantgarde.com
Equal Opportunity
- We believe in providing equal opportunities for all and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other legally protected characteristics.
- All applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.