Smart Microscopy Developer (KTP Associate)

Working with Intelligent Imaging Innovations (3i) the associate will lead the development and deployment of smart microscopy solutions into 3i’s proprietary software.

The associate will be responsible for the delivery of an Innovate UK awarded KTP between WMS & 3i to develop deep learning models for a variety of biomedical image problems and integrate these seamlessly with microscopy hardware to automate image acquisition.

The Associate will also facilitate knowledge transfer by developing and delivering workshops and training activities to 3i staff, ensuring the successful integration of new knowledge, methods and techniques into commercial operations.

Intelligent Imaging Innovations (3i) is transforming how scientists detect and capture rare biological events. At the heart of this transformation is smart microscopy. 3i is looking to develop upon a smart imaging platform that combines deep learning with automated microscope control to dramatically accelerate the discovery process in bioscience and drug development. By integrating real-time classification of cellular activity with rapid 3D imaging, smart microscopy overcomes the longstanding bottleneck of manually searching for rare, fleeting events in vast cell populations, significantly improving both the speed and quality of data acquisition. The project will offer a cross-modality platform with a level of adaptability and automation unmatched by current solutions.

This Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) between Intelligent Imaging Innovations and the University of Warwick builds on existing collaborations and represents a shared commitment to cutting-edge research and development. The KTP aims to advance our current smart microscopy solutions from a research-stage prototype into a reliable, user-friendly product for global deployment. Over the course of the project, the Associate will work on embedding advanced AI models to solve this “needle in a haystack” problem of live cell classification, developing intuitive interfaces powered by large language models, and achieving full integration with propriety microscope control software for seamless operation across a range of microscope systems. This strategic initiative will enable the widespread adoption of smart microscopy across the life sciences sector and position 3i at the forefront of a new generation of automated imaging solutions.