Associate Director, Ai

AstraZeneca

Hybrid (minimum of three days in the office per week)
Machine learning and ai solutions
Transcriptomics and proteomics data analysis
Python and ai libraries (tensorflow, pytorch)
AstraZeneca is seeking an Associate Director, AI to lead the design and deployment of advanced machine learning and AI solutions for drug development and discovery. The role involves collaboration with scientists and stakeholders to enhance bioinformatics processes, particularly in toxicological safety, while fostering a culture of innovation and flexibility within the team

Job Summary

  • The Predictive AI and Data team provides AI and Bioinformatics solutions to accelerate drug development and discovery by leveraging company data and cutting-edge AI approaches.
  • As Associate Director, AI, you will be accountable for hands-on design and deployment of advanced Machine Learning and AI solutions for processing, analysis, and interpretation of biological data within toxicological safety domains.
  • Join a collaborative environment where curiosity and courage meet practical impact, combining digital, data science, and AI with deep biological insight to tackle complex disease and shape the future of healthcare.

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AstraZeneca is seeking an Associate Director, AI to lead the design and deployment of advanced machine learning and AI solutions for drug development and discovery. The role involves collaboration with scientists and stakeholders to enhance bioinformatics processes, particularly in toxicological safety, while fostering a culture of innovation and flexibility within the team.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Machine Learning and AI solutions
  • Transcriptomics and proteomics data analysis
  • Python and AI libraries (TensorFlow, PyTorch)
  • Cloud environment (AWS)
  • Software development principles
  • Communication and presentation skills

Nice-to-have

  • Predicting compound safety
  • Life sciences experience
  • Agile team experience
  • Machine vision models familiarity

Key Requirements

  • PhD or equivalent experience
  • Proven AI/ML application in commercial context
  • Experience automating bioinformatics pipelines
  • Experience with large, high dimensionality datasets
  • Experience with ML engineers/software developers
  • DevOps and MLOps practices
  • Leadership and project management skills

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