About the Research Centre
In collaboration with the CityU, the University of Oxford, and the Karolinska Institutet, the Hong Kong Centre for Cerebro-cardiovascular Health Engineering (COCHE) was established with the support of the ITC-InnoHK Programme to develop new ways to tackle cardiovascular disease (CVD), which is the world’s leading cause of morbidity and mortality. To address the most pressing health challenges caused by CVD, COCHE focuses on developing innovative technologies such as flexible and wearable devices, biomedical and molecular imaging, nano-biosensing, micro-robotics, healthcare AI systems, and other groundbreaking methods to enable early prevention, diagnosis and intervention of the disease. These technologies can reduce human costs while alleviating the healthcare system's financial and social burdens. Please visit https://www.hkcoche.org/ for more information about COCHE.
Job Description
The employee might work for one of the COCHE start-up companies, which is called AI-vBrain Limited. It is a healthcare and diagnostic software company that specializes in non-invasive disease diagnosis using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The main area of research is focused on cerebrovascular disease (CVD). The team members include Professors and scientist from CityU, Cambridge University and University of Hamburg.
The clients include MRI system manufacturers, diagnostic imaging centers, and hospitals. Through strategic collaborations with healthcare experts and radiologists, AI-vBrain is dedicated to providing cutting-edge software solutions for automated MRI image simulation and prediction.
The tasks to be performed are listed below:
• Image registration
• Image labeling
• Model training implementation
• Strategic planning with team members in abroad
• Business plan modification
• Project presentation
• Ready to explore new ideas.
General Qualification
1. Computer Scientist Internship
Job Description:
• Provide support in program writing, software development, and designing graphical user interfaces
• Guarantee the compatibility of software, develop and deploy mobile applications, and execute API (Application Programming Interface) operations
Applicants should also have:
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, Java, C++, or others, depending on the specific field of focus.
• Proficiency in data analysis, machine learning, or artificial intelligence methodologies and software
• Understanding of software development methodologies and practices, such as agile methodologies and version control systems
• Experience in GUI design
Academic Qualification:
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Data Science, or Engineering.
• Basic experience in Business administration
2. Business Management Internship
Job Description:
• Offer assistance with project administration tasks, including organizing, planning, managing information, and providing financial support, which involves preparing financial reports and processing payments when necessary
Applicants should also have:
• Proficient knowledge of various social media platforms and advertising strategies
• Effective communicator
• Good organizational, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• High level of computer proficiency
Desired Qualification:
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Communications, Social sciences, or a related discipline.
Languages:
• English, Chinese, Cantonese
Preferred Hiring Qualifications:
• Attention to details
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to multitask
• Adaptable and open to change
• Advanced level computer skills
• Ready to work with any race
Remuneration & Duration of Appointment
The remuneration package will be highly competitive, and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits for full-time appointments include leave and medical insurance, etc. The possibility of re-appointment after the initial contract period will be based on performance evaluation and mutual agreements.
The application Materials that Should be Included
Application Closing Date:
The post is immediately available. Consideration of applications will be open until the position is filled.
Additional Information/links:
Application Procedures:
Kindly submit your curriculum vitae (CV), a cover letter, academic certificate(s) and transcript(s) of your degrees. The cover letter should provide a comprehensive overview of your relevant experience and explaining why you are the most suitable candidate for this position. Additionally, please include your current and expected salary details. Kindly send these documents to hr@hkcoche.org , mentioning the job advertisement title. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.