The Department of Dentistry and Oral Health at the Faculty of Health at Aarhus University invites applications for a position as Postdoc in the field of advanced image processing as per 1 June 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter. The position is a fixed-term full-time position for 2 years, with a possible extension of one more year.

As postdoc at the Department of Dentistry and Oral Health, you will be employed at an internationally recognised department, where we conduct research on oral health and disease in the teeth, mouth and jaws. We offer an inspiring international research environment with specialised research laboratories, modern clinical facilities and advanced digital equipment throughout the department. Our degree programmes cover the orofacial team for societal healthcare services, divided into three professions: dentist, dental hygienist, and clinical dental technician. We create synergy between our degree programmes and educate students in prevention and treatment of disease and health promotion among the population. The Department has around 300 staff and 700 students. The focus of both our research and educational work is orofacial health as an integral part of general health, and our collaboration is built on respect, trust and recognition. You can read more about the Department here and the Faculty of Health here.

About the research project

Our group is part of a larger initiative to implement state-of-the-art data science principles into dental practice. While our primary focus is on the use of deep learning in (dental) imaging, our work expands into any type of data (e.g. language models) as well as various other algorithmic methods for data processing and analysis. 

Current projects within this scope include, but are not limited to:

• Detection and classification of lesions
• Segmentation of anatomical and pathological regions of interest
• Image enhancement e.g. improving resolution, noise, artefacts etc.
• Synthetic radiography

Your job responsibilities

As Postdoc in advanced image processing, your position is primarily research-based but may also involve teaching assignments. You will contribute to the development of the department through research of high international quality. In your daily work, you will work closely with colleagues on your project, where you will receive supervision and guidance.

Your main tasks will consist of:

• Conduct independent research of high international quality.
• Publish findings in reputable scientific journals and present at international conferences.
• Stay abreast of latest developments in the field and incorporate them into your research.
• Oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of the lab.
• Address and resolve any team conflicts or interpersonal issues.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback.
• Help in the mentorship and supervision of undergraduate or graduate students in their research projects.
• Participate in departmental seminars, workshops, and other academic activities.

You will report to Head of Department Siri Beier Jensen.

Your competences

You have academic qualifications at PhD level; candidates can have a background in a (bio)medical discipline (incl. medicine or dentistry), medical physics, computer/data science, electrical engineering, etc. Prior experience in (1) image processing, particularly for radiographic and computed tomographic data as well as mesh-type data, and (2) machine learning, particularly deep learning, will be considered as a significant advantage. Prior experience in Python programming is not strictly necessary, but the successful candidate will be expected to acquire intermediate or advanced programming skills on the job.

As a person you are highly motivated, inclusive, independent yet willing to collaborate with other team members and eager to develop a novel research program. We expect you to be fluent in oral and written English and possess good communication and interpersonal skills.

In order to be assessed as qualified for a Postdoc position, you must meet these academic criteria.

Obtaining a children´s certificate is a prerequisite for employment in the position.

Questions about the position

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Associate Professor Ruben Pauwels, email: ruben.pauwels@dent.au.dk, tel.: (+45) 87150003.

Your place of work will be the Department of Dentistry and Oral Health, Vennelyst Boulevard 9, DK-8000 Aarhus C, Denmark.

We expect to conduct interviews in April 2024.

Terms of employment

• Appointment as a postdoc requires academic qualifications at PhD level.
• Further information on the appointment procedure can be found in the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities.
• The appointment is in accordance with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (Akademikerne).
• Remuneration is in accordance with the above, and the Salary agreement catalogue for staff at Health.
• The yearly base salary for a fulltime postdoc is between DKK 484.214,84 and DKK 538.720,20 depending on the years of working experience after achieved MSc degree. The base salary includes a position related supplement and pension (17.1 %). Additional supplement(s) for special qualifications can be negotiated. Authorisation supplemement(s) will be granted, if relevant for the position. Your local eligible trade union representative at Aarhus University negotiates your salary on your behalf.
• Researchers recruited from abroad are offered a special researcher tax scheme with a lower tax rate.
• Further information on qualification requirements and job description can be found in the Ministerial Order on Job Structure for Academic Staff

Application

Your application must include the following:

• Motivated application
• Curriculum Vitae
• Diploma
• Template for applicant – postdoc
• A list of publications
• A teaching portfolio. We refer to Guideline on the use of teaching portfolios
• A maximum of five of the publications of greatest relevance to the job may be submitted (optional)
• Research plan can be uploaded (optional)
• Coauthor statement(s) can be uploaded (optional)
• References/recommendations can be uploaded separately in the e-recruitment system (optional)

We refer to the faculty’s Guidelines for applicants.

Aarhus University’s ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop. We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants.

Letter of reference

If you want a referee to upload a letter of reference on your behalf, please state the referee’s contact information when you submit your application. We strongly recommend that you make an agreement with the person in question before you enter the referee’s contact information, and that you ensure that the referee has enough time to write the letter of reference before the application deadline.
Unfortunately, it is not possible to ensure that letters of reference received after the application deadline will be taken into consideration.

International applicant?

Aarhus University offers a broad variety of services for international researchers and accompanying families, including assistance with relocation and career counselling to expat partners. Please find more information about the International Staff Office and the range of services here. Aarhus University also has a Junior Researcher Association and offers career development support. You can read more about these resources here.

The application must be submitted via Aarhus University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University's website.