PhD Studentship - Application of artificial intelligence to identify risk patterns and potential solutions for patients with Multiple Long-Term Conditions with a focus on eye disorders

Newcastle University

  • Newcastle
  • £19,237 per year
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 19 days ago
Award summary100% of home tuition fees paid and annual living expenses at UKRI rate, currently £19,237 per year.Successful international candidates will be required to fund the difference between the home fees and international fees.This interdisciplinary position is funded through National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Patient Safety Research Collaborative (PSRC) in Newcastle. Its key aim is delivering real, meaningful improvements to safety for patients with Multiple Long-Term Conditions (MLTCs).OverviewThe Newcastle NIHR PSRC is a partnership between three universities (Newcastle, Northumbria, and Queen Mary, London) and Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Post-graduate students will join a vibrant team of Newcastle-based researchers within the PSRC.The PSRC includes four research themes and a patient and public involvement programme. This PhD project will sit within the theme of:
  • Artificial intelligence and data science in MLTCs
Our research theme embraces the exceptional capacity of Machine Learning (ML) to identify patterns in vast collections of electronic health records and imaging data (http://ai-multiply.co.uk/). We aim to discern risk patterns at both population and individual patient levels, enabling earlier intervention. Exploring the trajectories and care pathways of MLTCs in the ophthalmology service will be core to this PhD.There will be important opportunities to collaborate cross theme and benefit from a dedicated post-graduate training program, providing unparalleled opportunities for post-graduate training and interdisciplinary working.Number of awards: 1Start date: Sept 2024Award duration: 3 yearsApplication closing date: 28th May 2024SponsorNational Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR), NuTH and Newcastle UniversityName of supervisorsThe principal supervisors will include:Dr Will Innes - ,Professor Nick Reynolds -Professor Mike Barnes - https://www.qmul.ac.uk/whri/people/academic-staff/items/barnesmichael.htmlIt is likely that other academic and clinical colleagues from our broader themes will be involved in supervision:Safer management of polypharmacy in MLTCsSafer integrated health and social care environmentsSafer management of MLTCs in disadvantaged communitiesEligibility CriteriaWe are looking for a candidate with:
  • an MSc in computer science or a related field
  • a creative and independent mindset
  • strong Python programming skills
  • previous experience working with image data
  • experience working with big databases
  • a university-level understanding of machine learning
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • fluency in written and spoken English
  • willingness to work collaboratively with other researchers
The following are not required, but would be regarded as extremely advantageous:
  • real-world experience with ML and data processing systems (eg. internship, entrepreneurial experience)
  • experience with responsible ML (eg. fairness, GDPR)
  • open-source project contributions
How to applyPlease see for application information.Contact Details100% of home tuition fees paid and annual living expenses at UKRI rate, currently £19,237 per year

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