Research Scientist

Mentis

Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Base: $86,490.00 - $122,163.75; bonus/equity: not ...
Ph.d. in computer science or computational biology
Experience building ai models for protein directed evolution
3+ years experience in bioinformatics and omics data
The Institute for Experiential AI is a pioneering hub focused on combining human and machine intelligence to solve complex societal problems

Job Summary

  • The Institute for Experiential AI is a pioneering hub focused on combining human and machine intelligence to solve complex societal problems.
  • The Research Scientist will develop AI algorithms specifically for the directed evolution of proteins using public and proprietary data.
  • Salary support is contingent upon the availability of grant funding, requiring the incumbent to progressively obtain extramural research funding.

Matching Summary

The Institute for Experiential AI is a pioneering hub focused on combining human and machine intelligence to solve complex societal problems.

Salary

Base: $86,490.00 - $122,163.75; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement, commuting & transportation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ph.D. in computer science or computational biology
  • Experience building AI models for protein directed evolution
  • 3+ years experience in bioinformatics and omics data
  • Strong background in machine learning and neural networks
  • Familiarity with protein structure and function prediction

Nice-to-have

  • Postdoctoral research experience in academic or industry settings
  • Experience with extramural funding proposal preparation
  • Entrepreneurial mindset and self-starter attitude
  • Ability to collaborate across interdisciplinary teams
  • Track record of securing independent research grants

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. required by appointment start date
  • Minimum 3 years of progressive research experience
  • Demonstrable experience in protein bioinformatics
  • Proven publication record in machine learning and life sciences

Work Rights

Not specified

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