Head of Research - Computer Vision (Portugal-based)

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead Computer Vision Research at Sword, scoping initiatives and projects and defining priorities and goals alongside leadership;
• Conduct hands-on research, especially in the early stages of this team;
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Product and Technical stakeholders to ensure Research is aligned with company goals and priorities and that breakthroughs and findings can be adequately translated into concrete product impact;
• Publish high-quality scientific papers in top-tier journals and present findings at international conferences;
• Build and nurture relationships with academic institutions and other industry partners;
• Identify and secure funding opportunities, such as public research grants.

What you need to have:

• A PhD in Computer Vision, Machine Learning or a related field;
• 5+ years leading research teams and projects, particularly in Computer Vision;
• Deep technical expertise coupled with versatility to work cross functionally;
• Significant research experience, including post-doctoral work, publications in high-impact journals and presentations in conferences;
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to align teams across the organization, making ambitious projects a reality;
• Experience building partnerships and securing research funding;
• Solid organizational skills as testified by awarded grants, events organization and/or partnerships/consortium management or engagement.

What we would love to see:

• A passion for bridging the gap between academic research and practical application in industry;
• Existing relationships with key academic institutions, researchers, and conferences in the computer vision domain;
• Genuine enthusiasm for mentoring and developing talent in an innovative, fast-paced environment;
• Interest in exploring interdisciplinary research opportunities that expand the boundaries of computer vision;
• Resilience to push through obstacles and adapt to evolving projects.

To ensure you feel good solving a big Human problem, we offer:

• A stimulating, fast-paced environment with lots of room for creativity;
• A bright future at a promising high-tech startup company;
• Career development and growth, with a competitive salary;
• The opportunity to work with a talented team and to add real value to an innovative solution with the potential to change the future of healthcare;
• A flexible environment where you can control your hours (remotely) with unlimited vacation;
• Access to our health and well-being program (digital therapist sessions);
• Remote or Hybrid work policy: We have offices in Porto and Lisbon, so if you want to have face-to-face contact you can always work from there.