Computational Biologist - AI/ML


San Francisco
Permanent
USD110000 - USD140000
Research And Development
PR/550413_1751320246
Computational Biologist - AI/ML


A growing biotech-focused technology company is seeking a full-time scientist with expertise in computational biology or chemistry. This role involves developing and implementing novel computational strategies to support the design and refinement of macrocyclic peptide-based therapeutics. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative researcher who thrives in a multidisciplinary environment and is eager to contribute to the evolution of a cutting-edge computational platform.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and prototype new algorithms and workflows to streamline the discovery and enhancement of macrocyclic peptide candidates.
  • Collaborate with machine learning specialists or independently lead data-driven modeling initiatives.
  • Interpret experimental and computational data to guide platform improvements and inform scientific direction.
  • Integrate both established and innovative computational tools into a production-ready software environment.
  • Maintain and refine existing components of the platform to ensure scientific rigor, scalability, and robustness.
  • Communicate progress clearly to team members and incorporate feedback from cross-functional collaborators.
  • Actively contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, scientific excellence, and team-oriented problem-solving.

Required Qualifications

  • Doctorate in a relevant scientific or computational field.
  • Demonstrated experience in computational modeling of peptides, biologics, or small molecules.
  • Proficiency with at least one molecular modeling or simulation toolkit (e.g., Rosetta, PyRosetta, RDKit, GROMACS, AMBER, OpenMM, GAMESS).
  • Strong programming skills in Python, with familiarity in libraries such as NumPy, SciPy, Pandas, BioPython, and scikit-learn.
  • Experience working in collaborative codebases using version control systems like Git.
  • Eagerness to learn new tools and approaches to tackle complex scientific challenges.

Preferred Experience

  • Development or training of AI/ML models for molecular property prediction or generative design.
  • Prior work in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry.
  • Background in cyclic peptide modeling, including docking, scoring, or de novo design.
  • Familiarity with Linux environments, SQL databases, and cloud infrastructure (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure).
  • C++ development experience, especially in the context of molecular modeling frameworks.
  • Knowledge of free energy calculations or hybrid quantum/classical simulation techniques.

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