Postdoctoral Fellow, Ai/ml Applications For Vaccine

Pfizer

United States
Base: $64,600.00 to $107,600.00; bonus: 7.5% targe...
Hybrid
Deep learning for sequence data
Transformer or language-model architectures
Python and pytorch/tensorflow proficiency
Pfizer is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to focus on AI/ML applications for vaccine development, particularly in the context of viral genomics and deep learning. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. and experience in developing complex machine learning models for biological data

Job Summary

  • This role involves designing and validating AI-driven models for prospective vaccine strain selection at the interface of viral genomics and deep learning.
  • Candidates will develop sequence-based deep learning models, including transformers and graph neural networks, to predict time-dependent changes in strain dominance.
  • The position offers a competitive base salary ranging from $64,600.00 to $107,600.00 along with comprehensive benefits including a 401(k) match and health coverage.

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Pfizer is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to focus on AI/ML applications for vaccine development, particularly in the context of viral genomics and deep learning. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. and experience in developing complex machine learning models for biological data.

Salary

Base: $64,600.00 to $107,600.00; Bonus: 7.5% target of base salary; Benefits: 401(k) matching, health/dental/vision, paid leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Deep learning for sequence data
  • Transformer or language-model architectures
  • Python and PyTorch/TensorFlow proficiency
  • Viral or microbial sequence analysis
  • Statistical modeling experience

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with influenza or SARS-CoV-2
  • Knowledge of SHAP model interpretation
  • Protein language model development
  • Antigenicity data integration skills
  • Time-resolved sequence forecasting

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, CS, or ML
  • Less than 2 years post-degree experience
  • First-author publications or open-source contributions
  • Must have permanent US work authorization
  • Two letters of recommendation required

Work Rights

Must have permanent US work authorization

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