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. Defines and ensures implementation of principle research and technology predevelopment guidelines, and oversees and manages research and predevelopment in assigned technology fields and /or specialized areas of work. Join our global team at Siemens within the Enterprise Services (ES) business. You will lead the on-site execution of large-scale, integrated healthcare projects across equipment, software, and service delivery within the Cancer Innovation Value Partnership (CIVP) in Edmonton, Alberta. Located in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, the is the central hub for R&D in Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Siemens Healthineers in Canada. Our research scientists and software engineers specialize in using large collections of data to build artificial intelligence solutions for healthcare, in close collaboration Alberta Health Services, government agencies, and universities. Our research will translate to a multitude of clinical products and services concentrated on improving quality of care in oncology. The focus will be to advance the integration of the oncology care continuum in Alberta, from primary prevention, screening, and early detection, through to survivorship, palliative, and end-of-life care, and to improve outcomes and/or experiences for those diagnosed with cancer. We are seeking a visionary and experienced leader to establish and drive our . This role will oversee the strategic direction, scientific agenda, and operational execution of AI-driven solutions that accelerate innovation from bench to bedside, improving diagnosis, treatment planning, therapy response, and patient outcomes in oncology. The ideal candidate combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence and translational oncology with proven leadership skills and a strong track record of cross-functional collaboration in academia, industry, or both. * AI Strategy and Vision + Define and execute the vision and strategy of the AI Centre of Excellence, aligned with Siemens Healthineers and Alberta Health Services. + Foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and impact across AI, data science, clinical, and translational teams. * Lead AI Research and Development + Develop and oversee AI-driven autonomous and semi-autonomous systems that enhance decision-making, workflow automation, and personalized patient care. + Collaborate with C-level executives, product managers, and clinicians to identify high-impact use cases and ensure AI solutions deliver measurable value. + Lead the design, development, and deployment of next-generation AI models that can reason, plan, and act autonomously within healthcare settings. + Work closely with data scientists, software engineers, clinicians, and regulatory teams to bridge AI innovation with real-world medical applications. * Integrate AI into Clinical Workflows: + Oversee the integration of large-scale multimodal AI systems, leveraging medical imaging, electronic health records, real-time monitoring, and other healthcare data sources. + Guide the transition from AI research to scalable, real-world deployments in hospitals, diagnostics, and digital health platforms in Alberta province and worldwide. + Define key performance metrics (KPIs) and clinical validation benchmarks for AI-driven systems. * Collaborative Innovation + Partner with academic institutions, industry leaders, startups, and healthcare providers to advance AI capabilities and adoption in cancer care. + Represent the AI Center internally across R&D, clinical, regulatory, and commercial groups, and externally in key conferences and consortia. * Operational Excellence + Oversee resource planning, talent acquisition, and team development. + Manage budgets, KPIs, and ensure delivery of milestones from proof-of-concept to clinical deployment. * AI Safety, Compliance & Ethics: + Foster research in AI safety, reliability, and interpretability to ensure models adhere to clinical-grade performance and ethical standards. + Ensure compliance with global healthcare AI regulations and emerging AI safety frameworks. * PhD, MD, or MD/PhD in computer science, biomedical engineering, medical physics, or a related field, with significant specialization in AI and oncology. * 10+ years of leadership experience in AI research or translational oncology innovation. * Demonstrated success in building AI-driven solutions with measurable clinical impact. * Strong understanding of regulatory and ethical frameworks (e.g., FDA/EMA/ISO, GCP, GDPR) for medical AI. * Exceptional communication and leadership skills; ability to inspire multidisciplinary teams. * Proven experience in securing grants, publishing in top journals, or contributing to product pipelines. * Experience with clinical trials or product development in oncology. * Familiarity with radiation therapy, digital pathology, radiomics, liquid biopsy, or multi-omics integration. * Track record of innovation and IP generation in medical AI. * Global perspective and ability to navigate diverse healthcare ecosystems. You will be part of a transformative long-term partnership aimed at innovating cancer care delivery in Alberta. The Cancer Innovation Value Partnership (CIVP) brings together Siemens Healthineers’ world-class technologies, services, and consulting expertise to enable a more sustainable, precise, and patient-centric oncology pathway. Learn more: https://www.siemens-healthineers.com/services/value-partnerships 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. 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. We are from different backgrounds, cultures, religions, political and/or sexual orientations, and work together, to fight the world’s most threatening diseases and enable access to care, united by one purpose: to pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably. To find out more about Siemens Healthineers' businesses, please visit our company page at Siemens Healthineers Canada. Min $142,100 - Max 192,100 Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Siemens Healthineers offers a variety of health and wellness benefits including paid time off and holiday pay. This information is provided per the required laws and regulations. Base pay information is based on market location. 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