AI Scientist, Computational Protein Design

Xaira TherapeuticsSouth San Francisco, CA
$120,000 - $240,000

About The Position

As an AI Scientist, you will have prior experience in developing and implementing new deep learning methods while upholding a track record of AI Innovation demonstrated through publications in Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning or projects applying them to interdisciplinary fields. You will be a crucial member of our core AI team, comprising highly creative and talented peers who are all experts in developing state of the art AI models. With your team, you will initiate and drive new projects that advance the SOTA AI models for biology impacting drug discovery and clinical development. You will also have the chance to work closely with interdisciplinary experts with world-class biology, drug discovery, and clinical expertise. We welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Whether you are an entry-level candidate eager to learn and grow, a mid-level professional seeking new challenges, or a seasoned expert looking to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

  • Track record of AI Innovation demonstrated through publications in Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning or projects applying them to interdisciplinary fields
  • Experienced in developing and implementing new deep learning methods
  • Experienced in PyTorch, training and inference of large models on GPUs
  • Scientifically curious with an interest to work on interdisciplinary teams
  • PhD in Computer Science/Artificial Intelligence/ Machine Learning or related technical fields
  • 3+ years of work experience post-PhD in an industrial setting or equivalent academic post-doctoral experience
  • Peer reviewed published research in developing AI methods (example in ICLR, NeurIPS, ICML, Nature, Science, Cell etc.)
  • Experience in working at the interface of AI and Biology
  • Experience working on large scale distributed training and inference
  • Experience communicating research for public audiences of peers

Nice To Haves

  • Participation in the open-source community

Responsibilities

  • Initiate and drive new projects that advance the SOTA AI models for biology impacting drug discovery and clinical development.
  • Work closely with interdisciplinary experts with world-class biology, drug discovery, and clinical expertise.

Benefits

  • competitive compensation and benefits package
  • open, flexible, and friendly work environment
  • platform to develop their long-term careers
  • base salary
  • bonus
  • equity

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Education Level

Ph.D. or professional degree

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