Computational Biology & AI Solutions Specialist

Exogenus Therapeutics; Cantanhede; Hybrid; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Meal allowance

Professional development

Collaborative team

Job summary

Exogenus Therapeutics in Cantanhede, Portugal, is seeking a Computational Biology & AI Solutions Specialist to drive data and AI capabilities across R&D and business functions in a hybrid role.

You will develop pipelines for omics data analyses, integrate multi-omics datasets, and implement AI tools to enhance research workflows and competitive intelligence. Excellent English is mandatory; Portuguese is a plus.

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Proven background in bioinformatics and computational data analysis.
• Hands-on experience evaluating, implementing or integrating AI-enabled tools into workflows including defining use cases and adoption.
• Experience using AI-powered platforms and tools for data analysis, information retrieval or decision support.
• Experience analysing biological datasets, particularly omics data.
• Knowledge of data integration methodologies and workflows.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail.
• Excellent English (mandatory); Portuguese language knowledge desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain pipelines for transcriptomic, proteomic and other omics data analyses.
• Integrate and analyse datasets from multi-omics experiments.
• Establish standards for data quality, documentation, version control and reproducibility.
• Translate analytical results for multidisciplinary R&D teams.
• Identify and implement AI-based tools to enhance research and innovation workflows.
• Develop guidance and reusable workflows for adoption.
• Maintain platforms for competitive intelligence (publications, patents, trials, market developments).
• Contribute to best practices for data management, reproducibility and analytics.

Skills

Bioinformatics

Computational data analysis

AI-enabled tool integration

Data integration

Omics data analysis

English proficiency

Education

MSc/PhD in Bioinformatics or related

Equivalent professional experience

Tools

AI platforms

Multi-omics analysis tools

Version control / reproducibility practices

Job description

COMPUTATIONAL BIOLOGY & AI SOLUTIONS SPECIALIST

Driving bioinformatics and AI adoption across R&D and business functions

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Cantanhede, Portugal | Computational role -hybrid

ABOUT EXOGENUS THERAPEUTICS

Exogenus Therapeutics is a biotechnology company developing multifactorial, disease-modifying biologics for regenerative medicine. Our lead programme, Exo-101, is an extracellular-vesicle-enriched secretome in development for knee osteoarthritis. We are also exploring applications in cisplatin-induced hearing loss and other regenerative medicine indications. We combine scientific rigour, collaboration and responsible innovation to advance new therapies for patients.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a Computational Biology & AI Solutions Specialist to help translate scientific and business needs into practical, responsible and scalable data and AI solutions. Working across R&D and business development, you will combine hands-on bioinformatics with the evaluation, implementation and adoption of AI-enabled tools for data analysis, knowledge management and competitive intelligence. This role is well suited to someone who enjoys working with complex biological datasets, applying emerging technologies to research challenges and collaborating across scientific disciplines.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Computational Biology and Bioinformatics:

• Develop and maintain pipelines for transcriptomic, proteomic and other omics data analyses.
• Integrate and analyse datasets from multi-omics experiments.
• Establish appropriate standards for data quality, documentation, version control and reproducibility.
• Translate analytical results into clear outputs for multidisciplinary R&D teams.

AI solutions and cross-functional enablement:

• Identify and implement AI-based tools and platforms to enhance the company’s’ activities, including research and innovation workflows and business development.
• Develop guidance, training and reusable workflows to support effective adoption.
• Implement and maintain platforms for competitive intelligence, including monitoring of scientific publications, patents, clinical trials and market developments.
• Contribute to the establishment of best practices for data management, reproducibility and analytics.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• MSc or PhD in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Data Science, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Computer Science, Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant professional experience.
• Proven background in bioinformatics and computational data analysis.
• Hands-on experience evaluating, implementing or integrating AI-enabled tools into scientific or business workflows, including the ability to define use cases, test outputs, document limitations and support user adoption.
• Experience using AI-powered platforms and tools for data analysis, information retrieval or decision support.
• Experience analysing biological datasets, particularly omics data.
• Knowledge of data integration methodologies and workflows.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary R&D teams.
• Self-initiative and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Curiosity and enthusiasm for applying emerging technologies to research challenges.
• Excellent proficiency in English (mandatory); knowledge of Portuguese (desirable).

WHAT WE OFFER

• Work with a multidisciplinary team developing innovative medicines, with a special focus on extracellular vesicle-enriched secretome technologies.
• Annual gross salary within the range of €30.000–€40.0000, depending on the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications, plus meal allowance.
• Flexible working arrangements, including the possibility of hybrid work.
• Professional development through internal learning, workshops, conferences and relevant training.
• An open, respectful working environment where people are encouraged to contribute ideas and different perspectives.
• Informal team activities and opportunities to connect across the company.

INCLUSION AND ACCESSIBILITY

At Exogenus Therapeutics, we are not just a team, we are a family that values innovation, collaboration, and the drive to revolutionize healthcare. Our culture thrives on teamwork, mutual respect, and a shared passion for making a significant impact in the EV field. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to supporting their professional and personal growth. Exogenus Therapeutics is committed to creating equal opportunities and an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. We welcome applications from people with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until 30 October 2026