Data Scientist, AI/ML drug discovery (on site only, no remote work)

Job Description

Position: Data Scientist, AI/ML drug discovery

Reporting To: Senior Scientist I

Position Objective

: The successful candidate will play an important role in a team that leverages data science, machine learning and AI approaches to streamline the R&D process through delivering end-to-end solutions for internal and collaborative projects. Core Competencies

· Strong ability to apply scientific principles and critical thinking towards recognizing and solving pertinent problems is essential.

· Effective communication skills (oral, written, presentation, and data communication skills including but not limited to plotting using python or R).

· Able to plan and coordinate daily activities to align with department priorities/timelines and efficiently deliver on expectations.

· Proficient in Python and capable of implementing the common ML algorithms.

· Proficient in R is a plus.

· Proficient in Linux bash scripting.

· Familiar with web-deployment of model is a plus.

· Hands-on experience on data analysis projects, academic or industrial.

· End-to-end data science project experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

· Performs routine data collection, sanity check and data wrangling in the AI/ML drug discovery department to support informatics projects on chemical, formulation, and biological R&D activities.

· Ensures data integrity, including proper documentation of methods, results, and conclusions in record.

· Implement, compare, and validate common ML models under supervision within time and budget for multiple cross-functional departments.

· Develop new method and/or algorithm to delivery informatic solutions to meet the dynamic data structure including but not limited to bioinformatics, cheminformatics, functional genomics, pharmacogenomics.

· Accurately follows SOPs related to safety, documentation, analytical methods, and corporate policies.

· Other work as assigned based on the project and company needs. Education and/or Experience:

· M.S. in data science, machine learning, bioinformatics or cheminformatics or highly related fields.

· Experience working with pharmaceutical research is a plus. Physical and Other Job

Requirements:

· Office/Lab environment. Lifting up to 50 pounds may be required. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use their hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone keypad or to write, as well as talk and hear. They are required to stand, walk or sit, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to focus.

· This position splits its time between an office and laboratory environment. Lab work may include the use of centrifuges, microscopes, spectrometers and other laboratory tools. Will be required to wear personal protective equipment and comply with all safety regulations in the lab.

· Software used will include most typical office applications such as word processing and spreadsheets and may include project management and analytical or scientific technology. Date Job Description Created: Apr 2023

Disclaimer:

The duties and responsibilities of position may change as need arises. The employee will be notified of the change. Relevant work experience may also be substituted for education or certification, at company's discretion.

Company Description

Nitto BioPharma, Inc. is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company located in San Diego focused on the discovery and development of novel RNA-based therapeutics for intractable diseases. Nitto BioPharma offers unique RNA drug and its delivery solutions by designing novel biodegradable drug delivery systems with the ability to target specific cells and efficiently deliver the cargo into the cells. Clinical assets include two Phase 2 clinical programs, a first-in-class drug for the treatment of liver fibrosis (with Bristol-Myers Squibb), and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, as well as a Phase 1 oncology program to treat non-small cell lung cancer. Nitto BioPharma's mission is to develop and deliver innovative life-transforming therapies for patients with unmet medical needs. Leveraging the long-standing success and track record of Nitto Denko Corporation (Nitto), Nitto BioPharma has created a new and efficient business unit that allows pharmaceutical products to be brought to market at a fast pace. Our long-term vision and unparalleled, multi-disciplinary team of researchers from all over the globe make Nitto BioPharma a vibrant and exciting work environment. Nitto BioPharma is a key asset of Nitto Denko Group. Since its establishment in 1918, Nitto has created over 13,500 products based on its core technologies and has contributed to customers' value creation with innovative ideas. The core of Nitto's life science business consists of contract manufacturing and drug discovery.

Company Description

Nitto BioPharma, Inc. is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company located in San Diego focused on the discovery and development of novel RNA-based therapeutics for intractable diseases. Nitto BioPharma offers unique RNA drug and its delivery solutions by designing novel biodegradable drug delivery systems with the ability to target specific cells and efficiently deliver the cargo into the cells. Clinical assets include two Phase 2 clinical programs, a first-in-class drug for the treatment of liver fibrosis (with Bristol-Myers Squibb), and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, as well as a Phase 1 oncology program to treat non-small cell lung cancer.

Nitto BioPharma's mission is to develop and deliver innovative life-transforming therapies for patients with unmet medical needs. Leveraging the long-standing success and track record of Nitto Denko Corporation (Nitto), Nitto BioPharma has created a new and efficient business unit that allows pharmaceutical products to be brought to market at a fast pace. Our long-term vision and unparalleled, multi-disciplinary team of researchers from all over the globe make Nitto BioPharma a vibrant and exciting work environment.

Nitto BioPharma is a key asset of Nitto Denko Group. Since its establishment in 1918, Nitto has created over 13,500 products based on its core technologies and has contributed to customers' value creation with innovative ideas. The core of Nitto's life science business consists of contract manufacturing and drug discovery.