This fellowship offers a unique opportunity to apply AI and machine learning to solve grand challenges in genomics research
Job Summary
This fellowship offers a unique opportunity to apply AI and machine learning to solve grand challenges in genomics research.
The role includes a dedicated outreach fund to build capacity in Genomics and AI through collaboration with scientists in low and middle-income countries.
Candidates will receive mentorship from senior Google DeepMind researchers and primary supervision from Sanger Institute faculty.
Matching Summary
This fellowship offers a unique opportunity to apply AI and machine learning to solve grand challenges in genomics research.
Salary
Base: £51,200 per year starting; Annual increases subject to performance; Research and outreach funds included
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
PhD in computer science or related field
Experience with large biological datasets
Strong programming skills in Python or R
Proven ability to deliver original research
Nice-to-have
Background in life sciences or genomics
Experience collaborating with LMIC communities
Interdisciplinary translation skills
Key Requirements
PhD in statistics, mathematics, physics, bioinformatics, computer science, data science, or genomics
Must not have held competitive third-party funded postdoctoral fellowships in AI previously
Available to start before the end of December 2026