AI Research Scientist I

AIT Community; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Above market benefits

Generous vacation and parental leave

Team building activities

Great colleagues

Job summary

1910 is seeking an AI Research Scientist I in Boston to prototype AI/ML solutions for the drug design pipeline, applying productionized models and contributing to publication efforts. You will collaborate with scientists and engineers, translating complex multimodal data into actionable insights while advancing frontier AI methods in a fast-paced startup culture.

Ideal candidates hold a PhD, with strong ML background (Transformers, Graph Neural Networks), production Python code, and experience

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant discipline (CS, Biology, Chemistry, etc.)
• Strong statistics and classical ML foundations
• Experience training and deploying deep learning models (Transformers, GNNs)
• Proficient Python coding with production-quality practices
• Familiarity with MLOps/DevOps and distributed computing

Responsibilities

• Prototype AI/ML solutions for design pipeline
• Apply productized models to advance drug design campaigns
• Publish peer‑reviewed scientific articles
• Present recent AI research at internal journal clubs
• Collaborate cross-functionally with scientific colleagues
• Stay up-to-date on AI for drug discovery

Skills

ML

Python programming

Transformers

Graph Neural Networks

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Computer Science / Biology / Chemistry

Tools

Python

Azure

HPC Cluster

Git

DevOps

Job description

# AI Research Scientist IBoston, MAOpen original postingJoin the AIT community to get more## Company OverviewWe are the only AI-native biotech, pioneering small and large molecule therapeutics discovery by integrating massive multimodal data, frontier AI models, and high-throughput lab automation into an infrastructure for AI-enabled drug discovery. We hire top 1% talent to join our interdisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, researchers, operators, innovators, drug developers, business professionals, and technologists. Join us to build the world’s first AI infrastructure for tech-enabled drug discovery and to deliver a pipeline of diverse drug modalities for all major disease areas. As an AI Research Scientist I at 1910 you will be expected to roll up your sleeves as an Individual Contributor (IC) by keeping up with relevant scientific literature, prototyping promising methods, and contributing to our active drug design campaigns by applying 1910’s productionized AI/ML models.## Role DescriptionPropos e and prototyp e AI and M achine Learning solutions that address use cases in 1910’s design pipeline Apply productized AI and Machine Learning models to advance 1910’s active drug design campaigns with the support of senior members of the AI Research Team Writ e and publish peer reviewed scientific articles with the support of senior members of the AI Research Team Periodically presenting recent AI research at internal journal clubs Learn how a molecule processes through the drug discovery process Work cross-functionally with scientific colleagues, being a subject matter expert in how AI and Machine Learning can be used to answer cheminformatics and bioinformat ic s questions Keep up-to-date on cutting-edge research in the AI for drug discovery space## QualificationsPhD in a relevant discipline (Computer Science, Biology, Chemistry, etc.) A strong understanding of statistics and classical machine learning methods (SVM, RF, etc.) Experience training and deploying cutting edge deep learning methods (Transformers, Graph Neural Networks, etc.) Demonstrated experience writing clean, maintainable, production-quality Python code, with examples available in code repositories. Familiarity with MLOps and DevOps best practices Exposure to distributed computing (Microsoft Azure, HPC Cluster, etc.) Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced startup environment with evolving projects and shifting priorities driven by business needs Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to create clear documentation for roadmaps, proposals, and related materials## Nice to HavesAn understanding of how a molecule progresses through the drug discovery process Relevant industry experience via internship and co-op (AI, Drug Discovery, etc.)## #LI-OnsiteDiversity and Inclusion (1910’s Promise) At 1910, we believe that a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace furthers relevance, resilience, and longevity. We encourage people from all backgrounds, ages, abilities, and experiences to apply. 1910 is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation during any part of the interview process, please let your recruiter know. While 1910 supports visa sponsorship, sponsorship opportunities may be limited to certain roles and skills.## Benefits and Perks* Competitive compensation package* Above market benefits* Generous vacation and parental leave* Super cool team building activities* Great colleagues