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BioAI Scientist / ML Engineer - Foundational Model Development

Umbilical Life
Cambridge
2 months ago
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Scientist in Biomarkers Externalisation and Validation

Bioanalytical Program Lead

Method Development Assistant

My client is looking for an exceptional BioAI scientist to lead and contribute to the development of a foundational model to discover novel biomarker insights, and for the discovery and development of biologics.


The ideal candidate will have experience in thedevelopment and training of foundational models, applied tosingle cell, spatial biology, genomics, and related multi-omics.


Your Tasks


  • Build and apply advanced AI models (e.g., transformers, VAEs, large-scale foundation models, and self-supervised or multimodal architectures) to support biological research.
  • Develop, refine and optimise AI systems, and tools, with a focus on Multi-omics and Single cell
  • Utilise your deep knowledge of single-cell and spatial data, from various tissues and disease types, using both public (e.g. HCA) and internal resources, to acquire, curate and prepare datasets.
  • Work in cross-functional teams to ensure application of these models are applicable to practical biological applications


Your profile (ESSENTIAL)


  • PHD degreein relevant area (Machine Learning, AI, bioinformatics, Comp Bio, Physics etc)
  • Extensive knowledge ofMulti-omics datasetswith a focus onSingle-cell and Spatial Biology
  • Expertise in utilisingGPUs for AI/ML model training
  • You have an exceptional publication record ofAI method development for Biology(NeurIPS, Nature etc).
  • Strongsoftware developmentskills; Python (and relevant libraries), Cloud infrastructure etc
  • You'rehighly motivated to work at the forefront of innovation,keen to develop the next generation of BioAI technologies to make significant impact to patient lives.


To note:

  • Open to exceptional EU applicants and can support in bringing you to Cambridge, UK.
  • Role requires weekly onsite presence in Cambridge, UK
  • Further details will be given on screening call


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