Senior Scientist

Company Description Hello We're looking for an exceptional Senior Scientist with expertise in theoretical and computational modeling to join our research team on our journey to revolutionize personalized medicine . If you're a physicist, mathematician, or physical chemist who loves bridging the gap between theory and experiment, we want to hear from you iLoF in a nutshell As personalized medicine becomes the norm, scientists, patients, and healthcare systems worldwide face massive barriers in providing the right treatment to the right patient.  Recognized by CB Insights and Financial Times as one of the most promising Digital Health companies in the world, iLoF is building an AI-powered breakthrough platform capable of transforming precision medicine.  Our goal is to become the platform that democratizes access to personalized medicine for millions of people living with complex diseases around the globe.  Thanks to our proprietary optical fingerprint library of disease biomarkers and biological profiles we can offer personalized patient screening and stratification in a faster and more affordable way, saving up to 40% of the cost and 70% of the time while enabling a more human patient experience.  Supported by leading institutions like Microsoft Ventures, Mayfield, or the Oxford University, iLoF is currently focusing on a validated platform technology in one of the biggest epidemics of our times: Alzheimer's, while maintaining ongoing verticals on Digestive Cancer, Stroke, and Infectious diseases. Our Team We are a mix of scientists, entrepreneurs, and inventors based in Oxford and Porto, with a passion for healthcare  Recognized by CB Insights as one of the most promising Digital Health companies in the world and by the Financial Times as a Transformational Business in Healthcare, iLoF has been regularly featured in leading outlets like Tech Crunch, Wired, and Sifted and listed as a rising star in AI-Driven Drug Discovery, Health Screening & Data Analytics. Stuff you wanna know :  What we value  A Be Kind attitude is the main guideline within iLoF A hand in the hammer and another free to support your co-workers as a true team player An Honest and Egoless attitude towards discussions and critics working in good faith The braveness to speak your heart in any situation Through words or actions be always sure to make a difference at any moment Understanding that everyone has an identity outside of work and must be respected (work-life balance) Be proud to drive your responsibilities to success and help others do the same, embracing ownership Perks A bright future at a promising high-tech startup company Annual performance bonus Stock Options A flexible environment and work-life balance: adaptable working hours, strong remote work culture A stimulating atmosphere with room for creativity - fast-paced, fun, and energetic startup with a friendly culture Weekly happy hours with amazing food and drinks Company offsites Free coffee and snacks Private healthcare insurance The opportunity to work with a world  class, talented team: and potentially change healthcare as we know it for millions of patients living with complex diseases around the globe  We share a passion for being part of a mission that matters, and we are always looking for curious and collaborative people who share our values and want to be part of our journey.   If that sounds like a fit for you, click the apply button and join us. Job Description We are looking for a Senior Scientist with expertise in theoretical and computational modeling to join our research team. In this role, you will develop mathematical frameworks, computational simulations, and analytical methods to describe complex physical systems, working closely with experimentalists and interdisciplinary scientists to validate and refine your models. Your insights will directly influence experimental design, data interpretation, and technology development, ensuring a tight loop between theory and practice. If you are a scientist who enjoys bridging the gap between theory and experiment, with a passion for developing models that have real-world impact, this is the perfect opportunity to push the boundaries of physical science while working in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. About Your Role | What Will You Be Doing? Develop and refine mathematical models for complex physical systems targeting personalized medicine, ensuring their applicability to real-world experiments. Work closely with experimental teams, translating theoretical predictions into testable hypotheses and guiding data collection/analysis. Apply analytical and computational techniques, including simulations and numerical modeling, to study physical phenomena. Utilize statistical physics, quantum mechanics, and applied mathematics to extract meaningful insights from experimental data. Assist in analysing and interpreting experimental data, ensuring that theoretical expectations align with practical feasibility. Stay up to date with the latest advancements in physics, computational modeling, and advances in spectroscopy for clinical applications.  Communicate findings effectively across disciplines, ensuring alignment between theoretical and experimental efforts. Contribute to research publications, patents, and presentations at leading conferences. Requirements Strong expertise in theoretical and computational physics or applied mathematics, with a demonstrated ability to apply these concepts to real-world experiments in an interdisciplinary setting. Proven experience working at the interface of theory and experiment, collaborating with experimentalists, interdisciplinary scientists and engineers. Proficiency in numerical modeling, simulations, and data analysis using Python, Julia, or similar tools. Ability to develop and implement physical models, differential equations, and computational frameworks to solve complex problems. Experience with data-driven approaches, signal processing, or machine learning for scientific applications is a plus. A deep curiosity for solving interdisciplinary challenges, with an innovative and problem-solving mindset. Excellent communication skills, capable of translating complex theoretical concepts into practical applications and to non-specialists in a clear engaging way.  Proven track record of scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals or major scientific conferences. Qualifications PhD or Msc in Physics, Applied Mathematics, Theoretical Physics, Physical Chemistry, Mathematics, or a related field. Exceptional candidates with a Master's degree and extensive research experience will also be considered. +3 years of experience in academia or industry, working on modelling and simulations with experimental applications. Experience in developing theories/models that have been tested in experimental setups. Previous collaboration with experimental physicists, engineers, or applied scientists. Experience supervising junior researchers is welcome but not required. This is a unique opportunity to work on high-impact projects at the intersection of theory and experiment, developing models that shape cutting-edge technology and scientific discoveries. If this excites you, we'd love to hear from you Additional Information Perks A bright future at a promising high-tech startup company Annual performance bonus Stock Options A flexible environment: adaptable working hours, strong remote work culture A stimulating atmosphere with room for creativity - fast-paced, fun, and energetic startup with a friendly culture Weekly happy hours with amazing food and drinks Company offsites Free coffee and snacks Private healthcare insurance The opportunity to work with a world  class, talented team: and potentially change healthcare as we know it for millions of patients living with complex diseases around the globe  We share a passion for being part of a mission that matters, and we are always looking for curious and collaborative people who share our values and want to be part of our journey.   If that sounds like a fit for you, click the apply button and join us. You've read all this way but you're missing a skill or two? No problem, it's our job to up-skill you to take your career to the next level. What we're trying to say is, don't be afraid to apply if you don't tick all the boxes.  --- Tags: Mathematical modeling, computational physics, applied mathematics, signal processing, statistical analysis, Bayesian inference, spectroscopy, optical signal processing, biomedical optics, light-based sensing, multispectral and hyperspectral analysis, biomedical signal processing, health tech, personalized medicine, non-invasive diagnostics, biomarker discovery, machine learning, deep learning, AI, predictive analytics, model optimization, data engineering, Python, MATLAB, TensorFlow, PyTorch, SciPy, NumPy, Scikit-learn, cloud computing, HPC, data pipelines, translational science, interdisciplinary research, computational biology, biophotonics, medical device development.