Data Scientist, UCD School of Physics, Fixed-term post until 14 April 2028

Applications are invited for a temporary post of a Data Scientist within UCD School of Physics. We are seeking a ‘Data Scientist’ to lead the development and validation of the machine-learning models underpinning our miniaturized haematology analyser. The successful candidate will develop and fine-tune a Vision Pre-trained Transformer (VPT) model for the classification and differential counting of blood cells from label-free microscopy images. You will join a multidisciplinary team spanning engineering, clinical medicine, and data science, working closely with hospital partners and commercial advisors. The role will involve curating and analysing microscopy datasets, training and optimising the model across images acquired using commercial and miniaturised imaging systems, and evaluating its accuracy, robustness, and generalisability.  Model-generated differential blood-count results will be benchmarked against established commercial haematology analysers using appropriate statistical and machine-learning performance measures. Fixed Salary: €55,000 - €60,200 per annum. Appointment on the above range will be dependent upon qualifications and experience. Closing date: 12:00 noon (local Irish time) on 04/09/2026. Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time of 12:00 noon (Local Irish Time) on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. UCD are unable to accept late applications. UCD do not require assistance from Recruitment Agencies. Any CV's submitted by Recruitment Agencies will be returned.