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Head of Machine Learning Expertise Unit at VIB.AI

  • VIB Center for AI & Computational Biology
Leuven, Belgium
Full-time
Published:
Application Deadline: October 31, 2025
  • VIB Center for AI & Computational Biology
Leuven, Belgium
Full-time
Published:
Application Deadline: October 31, 2025
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DESCRIPTION:

VIB is a leading life sciences research institute in Flanders, Belgium, with a strong focus on translating basic scientific discoveries into benefits for society. With the launch of VIB.AI, we are expanding our mission to harness the power of artificial intelligence for life sciences research, innovation, and impact.

We are now looking for an experienced Machine Learning Expert to establish and run a new Machine Learning Expertise Unit within VIB.AI.

YOUR ROLE:

As the Head of the Machine Learning Expertise Unit, you will:

  • Set up and lead a cross-cutting expertise unit providing advanced machine learning support to the 15 Computational Biology cores and affiliated research groups at VIB.AI;

  • Develop and deploy machine learning solutions for complex biological, biomedical, and biotechnological problems;

  • Provide expertise in modern ML methods, including deep learning, foundation models, multimodal data integration, generative AI, and simulation-based inference;

  • Engage with VIB’s AI Studio to translate research into industrial applications, enabling technology transfer, spin-offs, licensing, and patenting opportunities;

  • Promote and safeguard ethical, transparent, and responsible use of AI across projects, ensuring alignment with best practices and international standards;

  • Shape and implement the strategic vision of VIB.AI together with the VIB.AI leadership team, with the opportunity to expand the expertise unit into a dedicated team over time.


YOUR PROFILE:

  • PhD in machine learning, computer science, computational biology, statistics, or a related field;

  • Demonstrated scientific excellence and leadership in machine learning research, with a strong publication track record in top-tier journals or conferences;

  • Experience with real-world applications of AI, ideally in biology, biomedicine, or biotechnology;

  • Broad knowledge of modern ML methods and their practical application;

  • Ability to work collaboratively across disciplines and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders;

  • Experience in leadership or coordination of research activities is an advantage.


WHAT WE OFFER:

  • A stimulating, international, interdisciplinary, collaborative, and supportive work environment, which emphasizes diversity and inclusion;

  • An environment that promotes personal development;

  • The opportunity to establish and grow a high-impact AI expertise unit at the forefront of life sciences;

  • Direct access to VIB’s Data Core services, which provide expert support in data management and high-performance computing, including optimized pipelines and large-scale GPU resources;

  • A competitive salary and benefits package, with relocation support if needed;

  • The chance to make a lasting impact on science, health, and society.


ABOUT VIB.AI:

VIB.AI is the artificial intelligence initiative of VIB, designed to accelerate breakthroughs in life sciences by integrating advanced AI methods into research, discovery, and innovation. For more information, visit vib.ai/en.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please complete the application through the VIB online application tool. A complete application file should contain the following documents:

  • Your motivation letter stating career goals, past experience, and how these relate to the current position;

  • Your CV;

  • Contact information of three references.


Application deadline: October 31st 2025.

For further information, please send an email to pedro.goncalves@kuleuven.be, dmitry.kobak@uni-tuebingen.de or stein.aerts@kuleuven.be with subject title Inquiry: Machine Learning Expert.
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