ML Research Engineer

Diffuse Bio is developing a fully automated AI software platform for drug design, leveraging advances in generative AI. For the past six years, has been at the forefront of breakthroughs in AI protein design, including…

Location: Remote
Company size: 5–10
Posted: 1w ago
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ML Research Engineer · Diffuse Bio

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Job title: ML Research Engineer
Job location: Menlo Park, CA, US / Remote (US; CA)
Job listing URL: https://www.ycombinator.com/companies/diffuse-bio/jobs/xqlE8GS-ml-research-engineer
Job description: **The role:** - Extend and scale Diffuse's in-house deep generative modeling toolkit for\ downstream applications in molecular design. - Thoughtfully execute deep learning experiments to improve performance\ of models or develop new functionality (e.g. loop engineering,\ structure prediction of protein-protein complexes). - Work closely with software engineers to build systems for efficient\ training and deployment of deep learning models. **Ideal background:** - Self-starter who enjoys working on tough scientific problems and is results-driven. - Able to think critically, methodically, and creatively about experiments. - Proficient in Python. - Experience working with deep learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch). - 3+ years of industry experience in a data science or engineering position. - Track record of impressive work in industry/academia centered on ML / deep learning. - Graduate degree in math, CS, stats, bioengineering, comp bio, or a related field (not a hard requirement for exceptional candidates). - Is located in the Bay Area (remote work is an option for exceptional candidates). **Pluses:** - Knowledge of physics, math, molecular biology, chemistry, etc. - Previous work on ML applied to problems in structural biology or molecular design. - Strong publication record. **What we offer:** - The opportunity to join the founding team and play a critical and expanding role in shaping the company. - The opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI with leading researchers from top institutions.

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