Research Assistant

Job description

Research Assistant

Department

Computer Science

Location

Ormskirk

Salary

£32,080 to £34,610 per annum pro rata

Fixed Term

Post Type

Part Time

Hours Per Week

14

Closing Date

Monday 26 October 2026

Reference

EHA2675-1026

Number of Positions

2

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We're here to create and harness knowledge, to deliver opportunity for everyone.

About the Role

We are seeking two motivated and talented Research Assistants to join the pioneering TRAPCAT (Transformative Artificial Intelligence Research for Personalised Cancer Treatment) project within the Department of Computer Science. This exciting research initiative aims to harness the power of artificial intelligence to generate virtual stained histopathology images for breast cancer, helping to advance personalised treatment approaches and improve patient outcomes.

Working closely with Professor Amr Ahmed and a multidisciplinary research team, you will contribute to the design and delivery of cutting-edge research in medical image analysis, computer vision and artificial intelligence. You will play a key role in coordinating research data, developing and evaluating AI models, analysing complex imaging datasets and contributing to the dissemination of research findings through reports, presentations and academic publications.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to research with real-world clinical impact while developing your expertise in AI-driven healthcare innovation. We are particularly interested in candidates who can make an immediate contribution to the project and who are passionate about applying advanced computational techniques to solve important healthcare challenges.

As part of the University's ongoing commitment to redeployment, this vacancy may be withdrawn at any stage of the recruitment process if a suitable redeployee is identified.

While this role is open for external applicants, any internal interest from current staff members will be prioritised.

For informal enquiries about this vacancy, please contact: Professor Amr Ahmed, Head of Department at [email protected]

About You

As Research Assistant you will hold a degree and postgraduate qualification in a relevant subject area and have experience of conducting high-quality research in image processing, computer vision or medical image analysis. You will be confident in applying quantitative and qualitative evaluation techniques and have experience of carrying out comprehensive literature reviews and producing clear, high-quality written reports.

You will have strong technical skills, including experience with Python and relevant AI, image-processing and data-analysis tools and libraries. Knowledge of technologies such as OpenCV, OpenSlide, QuPath, VALIS and related software would be advantageous.

As a self-motivated researcher, you will be able to work independently while collaborating effectively with academic colleagues and external partners.

You will have excellent organisational and communication skills, a commitment to research integrity and the ability to manage competing priorities to meet project deadlines.

Rewards & Benefits

• A minimum of 36 days annual leave per annum, pro rata (inclusive of bank holiday and University closure days)
• Discounted membership to our onsite state-of-the-art sport and leisure facilities
• Staff benefits scheme, which provides you with discounts across the high street, supermarket shopping, cinema tickets, dining out and more.
• Employee assistance programme with access to free confidential counselling sessions, legal & financial advice, and health & wellbeing resources
• A wide range of development programmes to enhance your career
• Beautiful award-winning on-campus working environment.
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme

About Us

At Edge Hill University we believe in the life changing opportunities knowledge can create. Since 1885, we've been creating access to knowledge for those who may not have had the opportunity to before.

Today, the effect we have has a far-reaching impact, not just for those who come to study here but for those who work, invest in, and live in our local communities too. So, if you've ever wondered if one person can make a difference, simply speak to our alumni, students, and award-winning staff.

Because for us education isn't about how much you take in. It's about what you take out into the world.

Inspiring minds and changing futures since 1885,Edge Hill University is "A great success story... an institution that improves and impresses year after year" - Times Higher Education.

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