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AI Scientist

AI Scientist to develop AI models for drug discovery.
Xaira Therapeutics
On-Site
United States
Undisclosed salary
Job Description

Xaira Therapeutics is seeking an AI Scientist to join its core AI team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of AI-driven drug discovery. The AI Scientist will lead research initiatives at the cutting edge of machine learning, molecular modeling, and therapeutic design. He/She will drive the development of novel deep learning methods for molecular representation and generation, mentor junior scientists, influence technical strategy, and collaborate closely with world-class experts in biology, chemistry, and clinical development.

Role involves:

  • Leading research and development of state-of-the-art deep learning models for molecular modeling, generative chemistry, or related applications.
  • Partnering with cross-functional teams in biology, chemistry, and clinical sciences to identify key problems and design innovative AI-driven solutions.
  • Mentoring and supporting a growing team of AI scientists and engineers through technical guidance and collaborative leadership.
  • Publishing high-impact research and represent Xaira’s scientific leadership in the broader AI/biotech community.
  • Contributing to technical strategy and the long-term vision for AI within Xaira.

Requirements:

  • PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Computational Chemistry, or a related field.
  • Strong publication record in top-tier conferences or journals (e.g., NeurIPS, ICLR, ICML, Nature, Science, Cell).
  • 5+ years of research experience, including postdoctoral or industry settings, with a track record of leading high-impact AI projects.
  • Deep expertise in modern deep learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, JAX) and large-scale model training on GPUs or distributed systems.
  • Demonstrated experience at the intersection of AI and molecular sciences (e.g., cheminformatics, molecular docking, protein modeling).
  • Proven ability to mentor junior researchers and work collaboratively in interdisciplinary environments.
  • Strong communication skills, with experience presenting complex technical work to diverse audiences.
  • Being an active contributor to the open-source or research community is a plus.
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Xaira Therapeutics

Xaira Therapeutics is a biotech startup pioneering AI-driven drug discovery. Headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, Seattle, and London, Xaira develops generative AI models for protein and antibody therapeutics, targeting historically challenging molecular targets. The company also creates foundation models for biology and disease to improve target identification and patient stratification, with the aim of accelerating the development of novel therapies and improving success rates in drug development.

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