Flagship Pioneering, Inc.
biotechnology
Director,DataScienceandMachineLearning
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“Director, Data Science and Machine Learning at Flagship Pioneering, Inc.. Skills: Data Science, Machine Learning, computational efforts, data-framework, database development, predictive modeling, computational capabilities, cross-functional leadership. Pioneer and lead computational efforts for FL121’s platform science. Develop a data-framework and database for tracking DNA translation to chemistry, and chemistry to drug-characteristics in partnership with platform team”
What You'll Achieve.
driving results in a fast paced and demanding environment; enabling others to do their best work; driving results directly or indirectly through teams of scientists and engineers in varied technical environments; maximize impact
Industry & Context.
resourceful computational problem solver; intellectual agility and curiosity, with an ability to adapt quickly, think critically, and lead through ambiguity.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Masters or PhD in a relevant field (e. g. , computational chemistry, machine learning, data science, etc), 10+ years’ experience in scientific/engineering/computational settings in biotechnology industry, Python, modern ML frameworks, version control, databases, deep learning architectures, relevant informatics software
Nice to Have
AI/ML experience preferred, GCP Professional Data Engineer, AWS Data Analytics, Databricks Certified, dbt Certified
What You'll Do.
Pioneer and lead computational efforts for FL121’s platform science
Develop a data-framework and database for tracking DNA translation to chemistry
and chemistry to drug-characteristics in partnership with platform team
Strategically map out chemical representation optionality and develop framework for platform chemistry that can scale with data
Lead base-case chemical prediction models that can scale with data and forecast and scope data needs to enable models to have predictive power
Build and support computational capabilities to unlock de-novo mass spec deconvolution models
Integrate computational efforts across all platform workstreams to create a cohesive data-collection and integration workplace
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Serve as a cross-functional program lead, guiding interdisciplinary teams of computational scientists, mass-spec scientists, medicinal chemists, and synthetic biologists toward shared goals.; fostering a collaborative, psychologically safe team environment; encouraging open dialogue, surfacing diverse perspectives; engaging in courageous conversations when needed; team-oriented leader who motivates others and builds strong, trust-based relationships across functions; builds cohesion; drives a culture of collaboration and accountability
Communication Scope
Communicating with clarity and empathy; Communicate computational goals, progress, and key decisions clearly across audiences, from scientists to executives, tailoring messaging with clarity and intention.; Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with a consistent ability to convey complex ideas clearly and succinctly to diverse stakeholders.
Process & Methodology
Lead complex, cross-functional programs balancing scientific vision with disciplined execution and strategic resource management, Build and manage budgets, thoughtfully allocating in-house and external resources to maximize impact while remaining cost-conscious and efficient.
Full Job Description
Company Description FL121 is a privately held biotechnology company engineering nature to build next generation peptide therapeutics. By harnessing naturally occurring chemistry and pairing it with sophisticated high-throughput screening technology, we will unlock the future of de novo drug design via curated data creation and model training. Role FL121 is seeking a talented and highly motivated Director (Data Science/ Machine Learning). We’re looking for a resourceful computational problem solver and agile leader, someone who is not only scientifically rigorous and accountable for their and their team’s work, but also has a high EQ and is a motivating force within cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate brings a track record of building computationally strong data environments, developing predictive models based upon internal and external databases, driving results in a fast paced and demanding environment, and enabling others to do their best work, all while communicating with clarity and empathy. Key Responsibilities Pioneer and lead computational efforts for FL121’s platform science Develop a data-framework and database for tracking DNA translation to chemistry, and chemistry to drug-characteristics in partnership with platform team Strategically map out chemical representation optionality and develop framework for platform chemistry that can scale with data Lead base-case chemical prediction models that can scale with data and forecast and scope data needs to enable models to have strong predictive power Build and support computational capabilities to unlock de-novo mass spec deconvolution models Integrate computational efforts across all platform workstreams to create a cohesive data-collection and integration workplace Serve as a cross-functional program lead, guiding interdisciplinary teams of computational scientists, mass-spec scientists, medicinal chemists, and synthetic biologists toward shared goals. Communicate computational goals, progress, and ke
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