Architect, implement, and optimize core infrastructure to support the pretraining of protein language models
Curate relevant datasets and design tasks for rigorous evaluation of generative models
Implement, analyze, and interpret multiple computational approaches and present results to colleagues in regular update meetings
Work within a collaborative, fast-paced, interdisciplinary team across biology and machine learning to help shape the scientific and strategic vision of the company
Qualifications
PhD (or equivalent industry experience) in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Applied Math, Computational Biology, Statistics, or a related field
Experience with conceiving of, implementing, and evaluating novel machine learning and pretraining large scale LLMs or other models in biomolecular domain
Publications at major machine learning conferences (NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR) or scientific journals (Nature, Science, Nature Biotech, Nature Methods, PNAS) or experience pre-training LLMs at frontier AI/ML labs
Experience with modern deep learning frameworks such as Pytorch or Jax
Preferences
Familiarity with foundational biology of proteins and nucleic acids
Experience developing machine learning models for proteins (language models, structure prediction, design)
Experience with cloud compute platforms (GCP, AWS, Azure, OCI)
Previous experience in data extraction and curation from bioinformatics data sources
Familiarity with wet lab experimental assays and associated limitations
What We Offer
High-growth opportunity with meaningful impact on the future of protein design
Competitive compensation package with equity participation
401(k) with a strong employer match
Comprehensive benefits including health/dental/vision insurance
Generous PTO policy and commitment to work-life balance
Professional development opportunities in a cutting-edge field at the intersection of AI and biology
Profluent Bio, Inc is an equal opportunity employer promoting diversity and inclusion in the workspace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding), genetic information, taking or requesting statutorily protected leave, or any other basis protected by law.
Employment Eligibility Verification
Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and work eligibility and complete the required employment verification form upon hire.
Hiring Salary Range
$212,000—$339,000 USD
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