Scientist I - ML/AI algorithms for Multimodal Foundational Models

The Allen Institute is dedicated to understanding the principles of life and advancing health through innovative research. They are seeking a Scientist I to develop machine learning algorithms for multimodal data integration aimed at understanding Alzheimer’s disease pathology. The successful candidate will work in a collaborative environment, focusing on cutting-edge computational methodologies in bioscience.

Responsibilities

• Develop modern machine learning algorithms to model multimodal omics data (transcriptional, chromatin accessibility, genetic, spatial, and protein information)
• Evaluate ML architectures able to characterize regulators of cell identity and neurodegenerative progression
• Implement sequence-based models to predict genetic contributions to disease
• Train large-scale models in multi-GPU environments efficiently
• Stay at the forefront of advances in AI for multimodal molecular biology
• Participate in a highly interactive and multidisciplinary environment
• Publish/present findings in peer-reviewed journals/scientific conferences

Skills

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, Applied Math, Engineering, Computational Neuroscience, Computational Biology, or related field, or equivalent combination of degree and experience
• Experience working with recent Deep Learning Architectures/Foundational Models
• Experience with building, deploying and maintaining machine learning and foundational models
• Proficiency with cloud computing (AWS, GCP or Azure) and with on-prem clusters
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
• Experience with modeling gene regulatory networks, chromatin accessibility information, or related computational biology studies
• Experience building transformer-based foundational models of cell identity
• Working knowledge of AI/ML custom libraries, AI/ML execution platforms
• Strong publication track record
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a highly collaborative environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Basic life insurance
• 401k plan
• Paid time off

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