What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Machine Learning Bioinformatics Scientist position at X4 Life Sciences?
About the Company :
Currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced computational scientist to join a dynamic biotech start up in San Diego. The successful candidate will lead innovative projects at the intersection of bioinformatics, machine learning, protein design , and experimental data analysis, contributing to groundbreaking advancements in biotechnology. This role requires a unique combination of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
About the Role :
Key Responsibilities :
- Develop and deploy scalable bioinformatics solutions to address complex biological questions.
- Design and train large language models (LLMs) for protein design and optimization, leveraging our unique capabilities to generate quantitative protein-protein interaction measurements at unprecedented scale.
- Implement and drive iterative learning cycles between computational bioinformatics and experimental workflows, such as active learning or reinforcement learning approaches.
- Analyze sequencing data from a variety of platforms, including Illumina, Oxford Nanopore, and PacBio, to extract meaningful insights.
- Collaborate closely with experimental scientists to refine models and validate predictions through laboratory experiments.
- Champion a high-quality, scalable code base by adhering to best practices in software development, including unit testing and continuous integration / continuous deployment (CI / CD).
- Mentor junior scientists and contribute to fostering a culture of innovation and excellence within the team.
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Equal Opportunity Statement :
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Salary : $170,000 - $200,000
