Remote Staff Data Scientist, Computational Chemistry

Description:

• Valo Health is a technology company focused on accelerating drug discovery and development using human-centric data and AI-powered technology.
• The Staff Data Scientist will be a core member of the Chemical Data Sciences team, responsible for training and applying predictive models to drive drug discovery programs.
• The role involves collaboration with the in-vitro pharmacology group to ensure optimal model training and problem-solving through mutual understanding of data and desired outcomes.
• The candidate will partner with engineering teams to advance capabilities, create and improve data pipelines, and enhance data ingestion and evaluation processes.
• Responsibilities include training, assessing, deploying, and interpreting statistical machine learning models, and communicating complex statistical and biological concepts to various stakeholders.
• The position requires a candidate who is experienced in the drug discovery industry, detail-oriented, and enjoys collaboration across diverse scientific backgrounds.

Requirements:

• A PhD or a Master's degree with experience in Computational Chemistry, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, or related quantitative fields is required.
• At least 5 years of relevant industry experience is mandatory.
• Proven experience in critically evaluating scientific literature and basic skills in mining biological assay data are preferred.
• A good understanding of methods in cell biology, biochemistry, and molecular biology is essential.
• Proficiency in programming with Python and/or R, fluency in shell scripting, and comfort with command line operations are required.
• Experience with cheminformatics tools and platforms such as RDKit, OpenBabel, Pipeline Pilot, KNIME, MOE, and Schrödinger is necessary.
• Understanding of data modeling and database technologies, including experience with SQL, is required.
• Familiarity with modern machine learning methods and strong project management skills are essential.
• The candidate must be a confident communicator, comfortable in discussions with both platform engineering and medicinal chemistry teams.
• The ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously is crucial.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail are required.

Benefits:

• Valo Health offers a collaborative and inclusive work environment that prioritizes growth and development.
• The company is committed to hiring diverse talent and fostering a culture that leverages different experiences and backgrounds.
• Employees have the opportunity to work on innovative projects that aim to transform the pharmaceutical industry.
• Valo Health provides a platform for professional development and the chance to contribute to life-changing drug discoveries.
• The company is headquartered in Lexington, MA, with additional offices in New York, NY, providing a dynamic work setting.