Postdoc in Computer Science at Department of Computer Science
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The Position The position is a post doc position conducting research in the use of deep learning for the risk of preterm birth based on prenatal ultrasound and clinical data.
Information on the department can be found at: Department of Computer Science DIKU – University of Copenhagen
Our research We conduct interdisciplinary research with DTU, CAMES and Rigshospitalet on detecting pregnancies at risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes. Especially, we have a program on timely detection of increased risk of spontaneous preterm birth.
We use modern machine learning technologies including deep learning, foundation models, and world models. We work in close collaboration with the clinics and commercial partners to develop technologies that will impact the patient care. We use very large nationwide cohorts, and state of the art high performance compute clusters.
Your job You will work on everything from data collection over machine learning modelling to clinical implementation. Specific emphasis will be on the machine learning component achieving high performance, robust and usable solutions. Special care will be taken to the robustification via use of modern machine learning technologies including foundation models. You will work in a team of machine learning researchers in collaboration with clinical experts.
Profile We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic scientist with the following competencies and experience:
Essential Experience And Skills You have
- A PhD in Computer science, statistics, or similar with focus on machine learning
- Experience with deep learning and especially CNNs and VITs and the use and training of foundation models
- Published at the best medical image analysis and/or MLÆ conferences or journals
- Interest in following your work all the way to clinical implementation
- Excellent communication skills and written competences
- Experience with deep learning
- Experience with use of high-performance computing
- Experience with medical image analysis and preferably in the fetal medicine space
- Experience publishing at the best places
- Experience handling confidential patient data
We offer creative and stimulating working conditions in a dynamic and international research environment. The University of Copenhagen was founded in 1479 and is the oldest and largest university in Denmark. It is often ranked as the best university in Scandinavia and consistently as one of the top places in Europe. Within computer science, it is ranked number 2 in the European Union according to the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) 2021.
Copenhagen is one of the 10 most livable cities in the world with a rich culture within music, theater and associations. Life for families is made easy by a publicly supported daycare and health care system, dual career opportunities, maternity/parental leave and six weeks of paid annual vacation.
Terms of employment The average weekly working hours are 37 hours per week. The position is a fixed-term position limited to a period of two years. The starting date is 1 October 2026.
Salary, pension and other conditions of employment are set in accordance with the Agreement between the Ministry of Taxation and AC (Danish Confederation of Professional Associations) or other relevant organisation. Currently, the monthly salary starts at 39,700 DKK/approx. 5,300 EUR (April 2026 level). Depending on qualifications, a supplement may be negotiated. The employer will pay an additional 18,07 % to your pension fund.
Foreign and Danish applicants may be eligible for tax reductions, if they hold a PhD degree and have not lived in Denmark the last 10 years.
The position is covered by the Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities 2020.
Questions For further information please contact Mads Nielsen ; e-mail: madsn@di.ku.dk; Faculty of SCIENCE – University of Copenhagen
Foreign applicants may find this link useful: www.ism.ku.dk (International Staff Mobility).
Application procedure Your Online Application Must Be Submitted In English By Clicking ‘Apply Now’ Below. Furthermore, Your Application Must Include The Following Documents/attachments – All In PDF Format
- Motivated letter of application (max. one page).
- CV incl. education, work/research experience, language skills and other skills relevant for the position.
- A certified/signed copy of a) PhD certificate and b) Master of Science certificate. If the PhD is not completed, a written statement from the supervisor will do.
- List of publications.
You can read about the recruitment process at https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/
The applicant will be assessed according to the Ministerial Order no. 242 of 13 March 2012 on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities.
The University of Copenhagen wish to reflect the diversity of society and encourage all qualified candidates to apply regardless of personal background. APPLY NOW
Part of the International Alliance of Research Universities (IARU), and among Europe’s top-ranking universities, the University of Copenhagen promotes research and teaching of the highest international standard. Rich in tradition and modern in outlook, the University gives students and staff the opportunity to cultivate their talent in an ambitious and informal environment. An effective organisation – with good working conditions and a collaborative work culture – creates the ideal framework for a successful academic career.
Contact
Mads Nielsen E-mail: zvh276@ku.dkInfo
Application deadline: 21-07-2026Employment start: 01-10-2026
