Fundamental Ai Research Scientist - Toronto, Ontario

AstraZeneca

Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Base: $114,333.60 to $150,062.85 annually; bonus/e...
Phd in machine learning or related field
Deep learning and reinforcement learning expertise
Python programming with pytorch or tensorflow
This role focuses on fundamental AI research to address real-world science applications and contribute to curing complex diseases

Job Summary

  • This role focuses on fundamental AI research to address real-world science applications and contribute to curing complex diseases.
  • The position involves developing novel AI theories and algorithms to transform the drug discovery value chain at AstraZeneca.
  • Candidates will work in an interdisciplinary team with a minimum three-day-per-week in-office requirement to collaborate on life-changing medicines.

Matching Summary

This role focuses on fundamental AI research to address real-world science applications and contribute to curing complex diseases.

Salary

Base: $114,333.60 to $150,062.85 annually; Bonus/Equity: Annual Variable Pay Bonus and equity-based long-term incentive program eligibility; Benefits: Flex Benefits, Retirement Savings Program, 4 weeks' paid vacation, and annual Personal Days

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PhD in machine learning or related field
  • Deep learning and reinforcement learning expertise
  • Python programming with PyTorch or TensorFlow
  • Strong quantitative knowledge of probability and statistics
  • Experience with scientific methodology and hypothesis validation

Nice-to-have

  • Fluency in R or Julia programming languages
  • Publications in NeurIPS, ICML, or ICLR conferences
  • Domain knowledge in protein engineering or genomics
  • Experience with cloud computing environments like AWS
  • Open-source projects or patent portfolio

Key Requirements

  • PhD in machine learning, statistics, computer science, mathematics, or physics
  • Equivalent practical experience in fundamental AI research
  • Expertise in at least one specific research area listed

Work Rights

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