Postdoctoral Fellow: Generative Ai For Protein Engineering

Pfizer

Multiple Locations
Base: $64,600.00 - $107,600.00; bonus/equity: 7.5%...
Hybrid
Generative modeling for protein design
Machine learning for protein optimization
Pytorch and rdkit experience
Pfizer is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in Generative AI for Protein Engineering to conduct research in computational protein design and optimization. The position offers an opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team and contribute to the development of biologic therapeutics using advanced machine learning techniques

Job Summary

  • Conduct original research in computational protein engineering, with an emphasis on sequence- and structure-based generative modeling for protein fiducial design.
  • Develop and deploy state-of-the-art ML methods for multi-objective, constraint-aware protein optimization, balancing affinity, stability, and developability.
  • Join a cohort of AI-focused postdoctoral researchers providing a vibrant community for peer mentorship, collaboration, and exposure to diverse applications of machine learning in drug discovery and development.

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Pfizer is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in Generative AI for Protein Engineering to conduct research in computational protein design and optimization. The position offers an opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team and contribute to the development of biologic therapeutics using advanced machine learning techniques.

Salary

Base: $64,600.00 - $107,600.00; Bonus/Equity: 7.5% bonus target; Benefits: Comprehensive and generous benefits and programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Generative modeling for protein design
  • Machine learning for protein optimization
  • PyTorch and RDKit experience
  • Python scientific ecosystem proficiency
  • GPU-accelerated workflows

Nice-to-have

  • Antibody design experience
  • Fine-tuning foundation models
  • Reinforcement learning experience
  • Cloud environment deployment

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. degree in relevant discipline
  • Less than 2 years of post-degree experience
  • Minimum 2-year commitment
  • 2-3 first-author publications
  • Permanent work authorization in the United States

Work Rights

Permanent work authorization required

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