Senior Scientist, Computational Protein Design - AI/ML

Allergan; Greenlawn (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Scientist on the Discovery Biotherapeutics team, where your expertise in AI/ML and computational protein design will drive the development of groundbreaking biotherapeutics. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and have the opportunity to communicate complex scientific ideas effectively. This role offers a unique chance to impact therapeutic discovery and development significantly, while being part of a supportive environment that values innovation and creativity.

Benefits

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Short-term incentive programs

Long-term incentive programs

Qualifications

• 10-12+ years experience with BS, 8-10+ years with MS, or 0-4+ years with PhD.
• Proven track record in developing ML models for chemical and biological data.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement AI/ML methodologies for computational protein design.
• Collaborate with internal experts to optimize computational discovery infrastructure.

Skills

AI/ML methodologies

Computational protein design

Programming in Python

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

BS in Chemistry

MS in Computer Science

PhD in Machine Learning

Tools

Cloud computing

Protein modeling tools

Job description

Company Description

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us atwww.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie onX,Facebook,Instagram,YouTube,LinkedInandTik Tok.

Job Description

Are you an innovative and self-motivated data scientist with a passion for leveraging AI/ML in computational protein design? Join AbbVie's Discovery Biotherapeutics team as a Senior Scientist, where you'll have the opportunity to work on groundbreaking technologies for discovering and developing novel biotherapeutics.

About the Role

In this pivotal role, you will utilize your expertise in AI/ML and computational protein design to drive the development of cutting-edge biotherapeutics. You'll have access to leading modeling tools and collaborate with a cross-functional team focused on protein production and characterization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement state-of-the-art AI/ML methodologies for computational protein design, including fine-tuning protein language models and generative protein design.
• Stay abreast of advancements in NLP, ML, and generative AI to build novel tools that enhance therapeutic discovery and development.
• Collaborate with internal experts to optimize the computational discovery infrastructure, offering both individual and team-based innovative solutions.
• Communicate complex scientific ideas effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences, fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD in Chemistry, Computer Science, Machine Learning, Cheminformatics, Chemical Engineering, or related fields, with typically 10-12+ years (BS), 8-10+ years (MS), or 0-4+ years (PhD) of experience.
• Proven track record in developing machine learning models for chemical and biological data, including AI/ML-enabled molecular generation and affinity prediction.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and experience with cloud computing capabilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated creativity and the ability to contribute individually and collaboratively.
• Experience in modeling protein sequence, structure, and function and a history of related scientific publications.
• Versatile communicator who can elucidate complex ideas to non-specialists and commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.
  

Position will be hired based on level of experience- Senior Scientist I or Senior Scientist II.

Additional Information

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• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Companybelieves ingood faith it will pay for this role at the timeof this posting based on the job grade for this position.Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, andwemay ultimatelypay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in thefuture.

• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick),medical/dental/visioninsurance and 401(k) to eligibleemployees.

• This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentiveprograms.

• This job may be eligible to participate in our long-term incentiveprograms

Note: No amount of payis considered to bewages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, anddeterminable.The amount and availability of any bonus,commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form ofcompensation and benefitsthat are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole andabsolutediscretion unless and until paid andmay be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent withapplicable law.

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