Research Scientist at Varian in Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland

Research Scientist Location: HEL AA Join us in pioneering breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably. Our inspiring and caring environment forms a global community that celebrates diversity and individuality. We encourage you to step beyond your comfort zone, offering resources and flexibility to foster your professional and personal growth, all while valuing your unique contributions. We have an opportunity for a Research Scientist to join our talented and diverse team with a wide range of expertise in algorithm development, for current and future medical devices. As a member of our R&D team, you will take part in algorithm prototyping and commercialization using technologies like C++, Python, or CUDA. Our team has the freedom and opportunity to work on greenfield development projects that have a global impact and provide intellectual challenges every day. Our common driver is to make a difference in the lives of more than three million patients treated with our products around the world through our work and innovations. Main Responsibilities: Design, prototype, and implementalgorithms in the context of finding optimal, patient-specific radiotherapy treatments for cancer patients. Maintain substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories. Publish and present research findings and algorithmic innovations in peer-reviewed journals, at international conferences, or through invention disclosures. Foster a collaborative development environment by participating in team-wide technical discussions and contributing to the continuous improvement of our products. Collaborate closely with product managers and other stakeholders to validate algorithm performance and gather feedback for continuous model improvement. Contribute to tasks of the application development lifecycle which are outside of your immediate role, such as risk management and complaint investigations. Skills & Experience: Master’s Degree in physics, biomedical sciences, mathematics, or similar field with relevant experience, or a doctoral degree in a related field. Experience in algorithm development for scientific problems. A solid understanding of optimization methods is considered an asset. Proficiency in programming languages used in scientific computing, such as C++, Python, or CUDA. Experience with collaborative software development practices, e.g., version control, peer reviews, and shared codebases. Ability to create concise and accurate documentation for internal purposes, and for the scientific community. Strong interpersonal skills and fluency in English, both written and verbal. What we can offer: A supportive and high-performing team where collaboration and knowledge sharing are at the heart of everything we do. Meaningful work within the medical domain, where your contributions directly impact the lives of cancer patients worldwide. A truly international and inclusive work environment. A modern office in the heart of Helsinki with a culture that promotes work-life balance. Who we are: We are a team of more than 72,000 highly dedicated Healthineers in more than 70 countries. As a leader in medical technology, we constantly push the boundaries to create better outcomes and experiences for patients, no matter where they live or what health issues they are facing. Our portfolio is crucial for clinical decision-making and treatment pathways. How we work: When you join Siemens Healthineers, you become one in a global team of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists, who believe in each individual’s potential to contribute with diverse ideas. 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