Scientist II / Senior ML Scientist, Data-Efficient Learning for Drug Discovery

Lila Sciences
London, England, United Kingdom
Full Time
On Site
Senior
USD 228,000 – 358,000
Postgraduate Degree
Science & Research Healthcare Life Sciences

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Job summary

Lila Sciences seeks a Machine Learning Scientist specializing in data-efficient methods for drug discovery, focusing on building models from low-quantity, high-quality datasets, and designing strategies for optimal data acquisition. The role involves developing active learning, meta-learning, and multimodal models to support scientific decision-making in chemical space, working closely with experimental and computational teams.

Responsibilities

You will build machine learning models and data acquisition strategies to optimize drug discovery in low-data regimes. The role involves developing closed-loop systems that integrate experimental, computational, and structural data to guide scientific decision-making.

Qualifications

Active Learning Data-efficient learning methods Deep Learning frameworks (PyTorch, JAX) Experimental Design Machine Learning Meta-learning Model Training Multimodal Modeling Transfer Learning Uncertainty Estimation

A PhD or equivalent experience in machine learning, computational chemistry, or a related field is required. Candidates must have strong experience in data-efficient learning methods and the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary scientific teams.

English

Benefits

  • Medical coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Vision coverage
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Flexible time off
  • Paid parental leave
  • Educational assistance program
  • Commuter benefits
  • Subsidized lunch program
  • Equity

Company

Lila Sciences

Lila Sciences

Technology, Information and Internet
Location
London, England, United Kingdom
Website
lila.ai

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