VidaVinci, Inc. · 18 hours ago
Senior Machine Learning Scientist
Watertown, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expVidaVinci, Inc. is a growing company seeking a highly motivated Machine Learning Scientist. The ideal candidate will be responsible for building and evaluating machine learning models for molecules, collaborating with experimental scientists, and staying updated on emerging research in the field.
Biotechnology
Hiring Manager
Gisella Soderberg, PHR
Responsibilities
Build data processing and curation pipelines for experimental data
Design, build, train, and evaluate machine learning models on molecules for molecular generation and a variety of properties, including binding affinity and pharmacokinetic properties. Model architectures will include well-established models like Random Forests, Support Vector Machines, or Gaussian Process using fingerprint representations as well as neural network models such as graph convolutional neural networks and transformer-based language models
Use trained models for virtual screening and/or generative models to select promising molecules for our programs
Expertly use and modify •de novo• molecule generation systems, such as BoltzGen or Bindcraft
Collaborate closely with experimental scientists and other stakeholders to deliver effective models and predictions
Stay abreast of emerging research in machine learning for molecules
Qualification
Required
B.S. in computer science with 6+ years of industry experience or Ph.D. in computer science, chemistry, mathematics, or related discipline with 4+ years of pharma / biotech industry or directly relevant post-graduate academic experience
Hands-on experience with a variety of models for molecules
Experience working with at least one cheminformatics software package such as RDKit or OpenEye
Hands on experience with at least one deep learning package such as PyTorch or Tensorflow
Skilled in Python programming
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, both scientifically and in the ability to prioritize tasks, set deadlines, and adapt to shifting priorities
Company
VidaVinci, Inc.
VidaVinci, Inc is a venture-backed, privately held biotech company on a mission to pioneer "a new modality to end all modalities".
11-50 employees
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