Apprentice in AI In SIlico

Evotec WD; Toulouse; Sur place; EUR 10 044 - 13 392; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Evotec is seeking an Apprentice in AI to contribute to building an RNA-focused Knowledge Graph for therapeutic target prioritization at their Toulouse site. You will participate in sourcing RNA data, designing a Neo4j-based graph, and developing Python data pipelines to integrate diverse biological datasets.

The role involves harmonizing data, crafting graph queries, and linking the graph with the internal RNA druggability assessment platform, under guidance and rigorous scientific standards.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in bioinformatics, data integration, and scientific software development.
• Good programming skills in Python.
• Knowledge of SQL and database technologies.
• Interest in graph databases and knowledge representation.
• Familiarity with Neo4j is a plus.
• Understanding of molecular biology, genomics, transcriptomics, or RNA biology is advantageous.
• Experience with Git and collaborative software development practices.
• Strong analytical mindset, autonomy, and scientific rigor.
• Professional English proficiency is a plus.

Responsabilités

• Identify and evaluate relevant RNA data sources.
• Design and implement an RNA Knowledge Graph using Neo4j.
• Develop Python pipelines to extract, transform, and integrate heterogeneous biological datasets.
• Harmonize and validate integrated data.
• Develop graph queries and analyses to support RNA target prioritization.
• Integrate the Knowledge Graph with the internal RNA druggability assessment platform.
• Contribute to technical decisions and project documentation.

Connaissances

Python

SQL

Graph databases

Neo4j

Git

English

Formation

Bioinformatics degree in progress

Outils

Neo4j

Description du poste

## Apprentice in AI In SIlicoApplyremote type: On-sitelocations: Toulousetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JOB ID-14530**Development of an RNA Knowledge Graph for Therapeutic Target Prioritization****Context:** RNA is emerging as a major therapeutic modality, driving the development of innovative approaches such as RNA-targeting small molecules, antisense oligonucleotides, and RNA editing therapies.The objective of this project is to develop an RNA-focused Knowledge Graph by integrating information from multiple public RNA resources. This platform will support Evotec's internal RNA druggability assessment application, helping scientists prioritize promising therapeutic targets. It will also serve as a strategic foundation for future RNA-focused research and data science initiatives. **Missions:** The intern will actively participate in the following project stages:* Identifying and evaluating relevant RNA data sources.* Designing and implementing an RNA Knowledge Graph using Neo4j.* Developing Python pipelines to extract, transform, and integrate heterogeneous biological datasets.* Harmonizing and validating integrated data.* Developing graph queries and analyses to support RNA target prioritization.* Integrating the Knowledge Graph with the internal RNA druggability assessment platform.* Contributing to technical decisions and project documentation.**Required Skills:*** Strong interest in bioinformatics, data integration, and scientific software development.* Good programming skills in Python.* Knowledge of SQL and database technologies.* Interest in graph databases and knowledge representation.* Familiarity with Neo4j is a plus.* Understanding of molecular biology, genomics, transcriptomics, or RNA biology is advantageous.* Experience with Git and collaborative software development practices.* Strong analytical mindset, autonomy, and scientific rigor.* Professional English proficiency is a plus.FR : Dans le cadre de sa politique Diversité, Evotec étudie, à compétences égales, toutes les candidatures dont celles des personnes en situation de handicap.ENG : In the frame of our Diversity policy, Evotec considers, with equal competences, all applications including people with disabilities.### About UsEvotec is a life science company with a unique business model that delivers on its mission to discover and develop highly effective therapeutics and make them available to the patients. The Company’s multimodality platform comprises a unique combination of innovative technologies, data and science for the discovery, development, and production of first-in-class and best-in-class pharmaceutical products. Evotec leverages this “Data-driven R&D Autobahn to Cures” for proprietary projects and within a network of partners including all Top 20 Pharma and over 800 biotechnology companies, academic institutions, as well as other healthcare stakeholders. Evotec has strategic activities in a broad range of currently underserved therapeutic areas, including e.g. neurology, oncology, as well as metabolic and infectious diseases. Within these areas of expertise, Evotec aims to create the world-leading co-owned pipeline for innovative therapeutics and has to-date established a portfolio of more than 200 proprietary and co-owned R&D projects from early discovery to clinical development. Evotec operates globally with more than 5,000 highly qualified people. The Company’s 17 sites offer highly synergistic technologies and services and operate as complementary clusters of excellence. For additional information please go to www.evotec.com and follow us on X/Twitter @Evotec and LinkedIn.