Senior AI Scientist

IQVIA; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global clinical research firm seeks a Senior AI Scientist to lead the design and implementation of advanced AI and machine learning solutions. This role requires a PhD in a related field and extensive experience in fine-tuning large-scale models. You will drive innovative projects, mentor teams, and ensure solutions align with industry standards. Join us in shaping the future of Generative AI in life sciences.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with large-scale language models' fine-tuning.
• Strong publication record in top-tier AI conferences.
• Capability to lead projects and consult with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead deployment of LLMs for clinical research.
• Drive data processes for high-quality datasets.
• Mentor junior scientists and engineers.
• Collaborate on AI solutions that meet compliance frameworks.

Skills

Python

Machine Learning

Artificial Intelligence

Data Engineering

Communication

Education

PhD in Computer Science or related field

Tools

PyTorch

LangChain

GraphRAG

Azure

Job description

IQVIA is expanding the boundaries of clinical development through advanced analytics, cutting-edge technology, and deep scientific expertise. By embedding agentic AI capabilities into our service offerings, we aim to streamline clinical trial workflows and accelerate the delivery of new therapies.

Are you ready to lead and shape the future of Generative AI in life sciences? As a Senior AI Scientist at IQVIA, you will architect, develop, and deploy cutting-edge AI/ML solutions that transform how pharmaceutical companies operate and innovate, working at the forefront of machine learning with LLMs, agentic AI, and advanced optimization techniques to deliver real-world impact.

Role Summary

IQVIA’s AI Scientist Group is a strategic innovation unit that delivers tailored, state-of-the-art AI solutions to pharmaceutical and life sciences clients. As a Senior AI Scientist, you will lead the design and execution of AI strategies, drive model development and experimentation, and guide internal and external stakeholders through the implementation of scalable Generative AI solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the fine-tuning, distillation, and deployment of LLMs for high-impact use cases in clinical research and commercial life sciences.
• Drive data engineering processes to convert structured and unstructured data into high-quality, trainable datasets.
• Design and implement AI agents using IQVIA’s Agentic AI framework to enable autonomous reasoning and task completion.
• Spearhead the development of proof-of-concept models and guide transition to production-ready systems.
• Stay at the forefront of advances in LLMs and generative techniques; evaluate and apply relevant methodologies such as SFT, PPO, and reward modeling.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior scientists and engineers.
• Serve as a key technical voice in client engagements—translating complex AI concepts into actionable business insights.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, product, and domain experts to ensure AI solutions align with customer needs and compliance frameworks.
• Contribute to publication strategies and represent IQVIA at leading AI/ML conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR).

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field, with a strong publication record in top-tier AI conferences.
• Extensive experience with fine-tuning/distillation of large-scale language models, with hands-on expertise in SFT, PPO, and reward modeling.
• Deep proficiency in Python and AI/ML frameworks such as PyTorch, LangChain, LangGraph, GraphRAG, and AutoGen.
• Experience with modern vector and graph databases (e.g., ChromaDB, Neo4j) and LLMOps platforms (e.g., Azure, Databricks, Azure OpenAI).
• Proven track record of delivering scalable AI solutions in enterprise settings, preferably in life sciences.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead projects and consult directly with senior stakeholders.
• Experience managing multiple projects, driving timelines, and delivering high-quality results in fast-paced environments.

Bonus

• Experience in deploying multi-agent frameworks and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) pipelines.
• Familiarity with regulatory and privacy considerations in healthcare AI applications.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.

To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.

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