Professor, Head of the new Data Science Department

IMT Atlantique, is an elite French Technological University renowned for its academic excellence and cutting-edge research in the field of information science, energy and environmental technologies which is ranked in the top 10 in France. As part of its expansion and ambition to become a global leader in data science, IMT Atlantique invites applications for the position of Professor and Head of the Data Science Department within its newly established scientific organization.

Responsibilities:

1. Scientific Leadership
   • Take overall responsibility for the Data Science Department[1] within the new scientific organization, overseeing its academic and research activities
   • Define the strategic vision for the development and propose and implement plans for its growth, with a strong emphasis on data science in healthcare domain
   • Foster interdisciplinary collaboration and establish partnerships with other departments of IMT Atlantique and national and international institutions, particularly focusing on attracting top-tier talent in data science
2. Research and Technology Transfer
   • Conducting cutting edge research in data science, with a specific emphasis on healthcare data and medical information processing
   • Publish high-impact articles in internationally recognized scientific journals, showcasing practical applications in the healthcare domain
   • Secure external funding to support departmental research projects
   • Develop technology transfer to existing or spin-off companies
3. Teaching and Mentoring
   • Design and deliver high quality courses in the field of data science, encompassing advanced data analysis methods, machine learning, computer vision, image processing, computational imaging, artificial intelligence, etc.
   • Mentor and guide students in their research projects and theses
   • Contribute to student assessment and continuously enhance teaching programs
4. Collaboration and Outreach
   • Actively participate in national and international conferences and events, presenting departmental research work and establishing collaborations with renowned researchers and industry leaders
   • Cultivate and maintain a network of academic, industrial and healthcare partners to foster knowledge exchange and collaborations opportunities

[1] See a short presentation of the department in page 3

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. In data science, computer science, information processing, signal and image processing, computer vision, artificial intelligence or a related field
• Extensive teaching and research experience with a distinguished track record in data science, particularly in healthcare data analysis and processing
• Regular publications in top-tier scientific journals, demonstrating a focus on healthcare application
• Strong leadership and team management skills, including experience in supervising research projects
• Proven collaboration experience with healthcare entities such as University Hospitals, MedTech companies or medical institutions
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken to effectively engage with national and international candidates and stakeholders
• Ability to thrive in an international and interdisciplinary environment

We encourage applications from highly qualified candidates, both from France and internationally. Applicants should submit their application package, including a detailed CV, a cover letter and at least three professional references.

We offer a stimulating work environment, state-of-the-art research resources, access to top-level students and a competitive compensation and installation package to attract the best talent in the field of data science.

Application deadline: 2023, August 28th

Recruitment interview : September

Date of recruitment : 2nd semester 2023

Documents to apply

• Application file to download HERE
• CV + cover letter
• integration project on the 3 axes Teaching / Research / Development
• photocopy of identity card or passport
• photocopy of diplomas or a certificate of success
• report of the thesis defense
• reports from the two thesis jurors
• report of HDR
• report of HDR jurors
  
• any other element that could support your application