Postdoctoral Position in AI for Epidemic Modelling

Are you an experienced researcher looking to make a significant impact in the field of AI to stand better prepared for the next pandemic?

Join our FWO-SBO project ANTICIPATE, starting in October 2025, to help hospitals detect respiratory viruses early and optimize pandemic response strategies.

Your profile:

  • PhD in computer science, with a specialisation in artificial intelligence, or a related domain.
  • Strong academic track record and publication history.
  • Experience in developing and applying machine learning algorithms.
  • Scientific mindset and strive for excellence.
  • Team player with the ability to work autonomously.
  • Open to work in an interdisciplinary context.
  • Strong communication skills in English.
  • Experience with (or willingness to learn) project coordination.

We offer:

  • Fully-funded postdoctoral position (up to 4 years upon positive evaluation).
  • Stimulating and lively scientific environment.
  • Opportunity to collaborate with leading research groups in Belgium and abroad.
  • Hospitalisation insurance, public transport reimbursement, and other benefits (more information is available at the VUB job website).
  • Afterwork drinks and fun team building activities.

How to apply: Send the following documents to info@ai.vub.ac.be, Leander Schietgat and Anca Florea.

  • Cover letter of motivation (max. 2 pages).
  • Detailed CV.
  • Transcripts of academic records and degree certificates.
  • Contact details of two references.
  • Writing sample (preferably a copy of your PhD thesis).

Application deadline: 31/07/2025. Applications received after this date will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

For questions related to the content of the project please contact Prof. Dr. Pieter Libin, pieter.libin@vub.be.