AI Research Scientist III
Role Description
Propose and prototype AI and Machine Learning solutions that address use cases in 1910's design pipeline
Independently apply productized AI and Machine Learning models to advance 1910's active drug design campaigns
Independently write and publish peer reviewed scientific articles and mentor junior AI Researchers with their work
Periodically presenting recent AI research at internal journal clubs
Work cross-functionally with scientific colleagues, being a subject matter expert in how AI and Machine Learning can be used to answer cheminformatics and bioinformatics questions
Keep up-to-date on cutting-edge research in the AI for drug discovery space
Qualifications
- PhD in a relevant discipline (Computer Science, Biology, Chemistry, etc.)
3+ years of relevant industry experience (AI, Drug Discovery, etc.)
A strong understanding of statistics and classical machine learning methods (SVM, RF, etc.)
Industry experience training and deploying cutting edge deep learning methods (Transformers, Graph Neural Networks, etc.)
Wet lab validation of at least 2 AI-driven drug discovery initiatives
Demonstrated experience writing clean, maintainable, production-quality Python code, with examples available in code repositories
Familiarity with MLOps and DevOps best practices
Exposure to distributed computing (Microsoft Azure, HPC Cluster, etc.) - Strong track record of publications of individual research in top-tier AI journals and conferences
Ability to demonstrate business value related to developed AI and Machine Learning solutions in biology and medicinal chemistry related to your modeling efforts
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced startup environment with evolving projects and shifting priorities driven by business needs
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to create clear documentation for roadmaps, proposals, and related materials
Nice to Haves
- Past experience managing junior AI Research Scientists
Benefits and Perks
Competitive compensation package
Above market benefits
Generous vacation and parental leave
Great colleagues