Clinical decision support systems in dialysis: ethical and epistemological perspectives Interreg It-Ch - ON THE DOT - CUP D19I24001680007; Target-D - CUP D19I21000180 - 2026_IPD_DCMC_3

We are seeking a candidate with a background in the philosophy of science, the philosophy of medicine, and the ethics of technology, with a focus on the ethical and epistemological implications of digital technologies and algorithmic systems in healthcare.The candidate will analyse the development, interpretation and use of scientific and clinical knowledge in clinical decision-support systems for dialysis care. The ethical implications in terms of accountability, transparency and patient information in the context of chronic conditions, frailty and end-of-life care will be assessed for systems developed in the Target-D and OnTheDOT projects.The position requires a strong ability to work across disciplines, as part of a team of biomedical engineers, with a particular focus on computational modelling, data science and clinical nephrology. The role involves producing at least 2 scientific publications/year and drafting a proposal for submission to competitive funding schemes.

Selection process

In order to participate in the selection, please read the call ("bando") available at the following website: https://www.polimi.it/en/post-doctoral-contracts Oral test aimed at ascertaining candidates’ aptitude and suitability to carry out the activity covered by the contract, as well as at assessing their knowledge of English and/or other languages relevant to the activities to be performed (up to 40 points) Relevance and pertinence of the enclosed publications to the activity covered by the contract (up to 20 points) Relevance and pertinence of previous research activities, previous collaborations to educational and third mission activities and work experience, if any, in relation to the activity covered by the contract (up to 20 points) Relevance and pertinence of their study programme to the activities covered by the contract (up to 20 points)

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