Professor in Machine Learning in Computational Biology
Offer DescriptionResearch
As a VIB Group Leader and KU Leuven Professor, you are expected to (continue to) build your research program with your own independent research group, and to set up or consolidate a strong network with other researchers within VIB, the two Departments, KU Leuven and beyond. You strive for excellence in your research and thereby contribute to the scientific development of the new VIB.AI center.
We welcome applications across all domains of machine learning, artificial intelligence, and associated fields in mathematical modeling, addressing fundamental questions in biology. Examples of research topics include but are not limited to: development of new AI architectures for biology and hybrid models that combine deep learning with mechanistic models; foundation models of genome regulation using single-cell and spatial multi-omics data; AI-based modeling of protein structure and protein interaction networks; AI-based modeling of cell morphology and tissue function using imaging and computer vision; AI models of disease and digital twin applications. Biological applications are broad: microorganisms, plant biology, biodiversity and ecology, neuroscience, cancer, and immunology.
We also welcome applicants with applied projects, including synthetic biology, AI-driven experiments (experiment-in-the-loop), and AI for bio-engineering.Teaching
Service
You will provide scientific, societal and internal VIB and KU Leuven services that contribute to the broad dissemination of scientific results, the reputation of the entire VIB and the University, and/or the recruitment of students and researchers.Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsResearch Field Computer science Education Level PhD or equivalentResearch Field Engineering Education Level PhD or equivalentLanguages DUTCH Level BasicLanguages ENGLISH Level GoodAdditional InformationBenefits
The Leuven Life Sciences eco-system and the city of LeuvenLeuven and the surrounding area of Northern Belgium (Flanders) represent one of the top research destinations in Europe. VIB.AI is part of the VIB Life Sciences Institute (with colleagues in cancer, bio-technology, immunology, plants, microbiology amongst others) and an extensive set of core facilities. KU Leuven is the largest university in Belgium and Europe’s most innovative university and is home to the Leuven AI Institute and the Leuven University Hospital, one of the largest in Europe. Leuven is also home to imec, a world-renowned research center for nanoelectronics and digital technology. Leuven is an attractive European university city with a rich history and a lively atmosphere. The area has a strong biotechnology sector with a wide variety of spin-offs and start-ups. This, together with the presence of the University of Leuven and the University Hospital, make Leuven particularly internationally-oriented and tech-minded, and a natural home for researchers and their families; the city was even awarded the title of European capital of innovation 2020 by the European Commission. English is very widely spoken in the city and surrounding area.Leuven offers an affordable, high standard of living, has an international school, and ample daycare options. The public education system and public health care system in Flanders are world-class, easily accessible, and low-cost to end users. Public transport is excellent and widely available. Brussels, the capital of Europe, is only 20 mins away. Leuven is also only 14 minutes by train from Brussels Airport which has many daily direct flights to North America, Africa and Asia. There are also high-speed direct international rail connections to numerous cities including Paris, London, Frankfurt and Amsterdam.Eligibility criteria
Selection processInterested ?
For more information on the content of the position, please contact :• Prof. dr. ir. Stein Aerts, Science Director at VIB.AI ( , +32 16 33 07 10)• Prof. dr. ir. Stefan Vandewalle, Chair of the Department of Computer Science, KU Leuven ( , tel. +32 16 32 76 54)• Prof. dr. ir. Vincent Rijmen, Chair of the Department of Electrical Engineering (ESAT), KU Leuven ( , tel. +32 16 32 10 68)
Start date: September 1, 2025
How to apply ?You can submit your application only through our online application system. If you have problems submitting your application online, please contact solliciteren@kuleuv… For more information seeWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute KU Leuven Country Belgium State/Province Vlaams Brabant City Leuven Postal Code 3000 Street Leuven GeofieldContact State/ProvinceLeuven CityVlaams Brabant StreetLeuven Postal Code3000 E-Mailstefan.vandewalle@kuleuven.beSTATUS: EXPIREDShare this page
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