Summary
The University of Zurich (UZH), in collaboration with the University Hospital Zurich (USZ) and AWS for Healthcare, is inviting applications for a PhD position in Medical Imaging AI. This position focuses on cutting-edge research in 3D vision-language modeling, segmentation, and visual grounding, with a strong emphasis on clinical validation and benchmarking. The successful candidate will work at the intersection of methods-driven research and direct clinical relevance, with opportunities for affiliation with the ETH AI Center and active collaboration within the AWS ecosystem.
Designation
PhD Candidate
Research Area
- 3D Vision-Language Modeling
- Segmentation & Visual Grounding
- Clinical Validation & Benchmarking
- Medical Image Computing
Location
University of Zurich (UZH) and University Hospital Zurich (USZ), Zurich, Switzerland
Eligibility/Qualification
- A degree in Computer Science or a closely related field (e.g., Physics, Mathematics, Engineering).
- An intrinsic interest in the medical domain, ideally demonstrated through a related MSc thesis or project.
- A genuine interest in working with AWS to help establish and scale algorithms and applications via the AWS ecosystem.
Scholarship Description
This PhD position offers a unique opportunity to combine advanced research with direct clinical impact. The successful candidate will benefit from:
- A research environment at UZH/USZ with strong ties to ETH Zurich and potential affiliation with the ETH AI Center.
- Close collaboration with the AWS for Healthcare team, including active participation in joint activities.
- The chance to translate research into real-world algorithms and applications within the AWS ecosystem.
- Access to clinical collaborators, curated datasets, and modern compute infrastructure, including AWS cloud compute.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send the following documents via email to bjoern.menze@uzh.ch:
- A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Transcript of records.
- A brief statement of motivation.
Please ensure to mention “PhD Position UZH-AWS” in the subject line of your email.
Last Date for Apply
31st September 2026
Apply Link
Email applications to: bjoern.menze@uzh.ch
