

ROLE OVERVIEW
We are currently looking for an AI Research Scientist II to join a pioneering biotech company that specializes in AI-native drug discovery. This exciting opportunity is based within an innovative environment dedicated to integrating cutting-edge AI models, multimodal data, and high-throughput lab automation to revolutionize therapeutic development across major disease areas.
As part of this team, you will contribute directly as an individual contributor, focusing on developing and deploying advanced AI and machine learning solutions to accelerate drug design and discovery processes. This role offers a dynamic, fast-paced setting where your scientific expertise will help shape meaningful solutions in the biotech space.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Your duties as the AI Research Scientist II will be varied however the key duties and responsibilities are as follows:
• Propose and prototype AI and machine learning solutions that address specific use cases within the company's drug design pipeline.
• Apply productized AI/ML models to advance active drug discovery campaigns with minimal supervision.
• Contribute to the scientific community by writing and publishing peer-reviewed articles with limited oversight.
• Work cross-functionally with scientific teams, providing subject matter expertise on how AI can answer cheminformatics and bioinformatics questions.
• As the AI Research Scientist II, you will stay current with the latest research in AI for drug discovery to continuously bring innovative ideas to the team.
ROLE REQUIREMENTS
To be successful in your application to this exciting role as the AI Research Scientist II we are looking to identify the following on your profile and past history:
• A Degree or higher level in a relevant discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Biology, Chemistry).
• Proven industry experience in AI and drug discovery, with a solid understanding of statistics, classical machine learning methods, and deploying advanced deep learning models (Transformers, Graph Neural Networks).
• Demonstrated experience validating AI-driven drug discovery initiatives through wet lab experiments.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
Joining our client offers the chance to be part of a groundbreaking biotech organization where your work directly impacts the future of medicine. You will work alongside a talented and diverse team, enjoy competitive compensation with above-market benefits, and contribute to innovative projects at the forefront of AI-driven therapeutics. This role provides excellent opportunities for professional growth, visibility, and a collaborative environment that values diversity and inclusion.
Key Words: AI Research / Machine Learning / Drug Discovery / Biotech / AI Models / Python / Deep Learning / MLOps / HPC / Publications / Biology / Chemistry / Research / Fast-Paced / Innovation
"Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd (HRS) is an Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from anyone who meets the role requirements. HRS exclusively supports the STEM sectors, combining recruitment expertise with scientific knowledge to help you advance your career".
Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd (HRS) is an Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from anyone who meets the role requirements. HRS exclusively supports the STEM sectors, combining recruitment expertise with scientific knowledge to help you advance your career.


