AI Scientist – AI-Driven Target Identification

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Job Description Summary

Job Description

Key responsibilities:

• Design develop implement and apply advanced machine learning algorithms AI models and platforms to enable the delivery of predictive insights from pre-clinical clinical and real-world evidence datasets.
• Demonstrate value of innovative AI techniques in the context of drug target identification biomolecular interaction modeling drug development and biomarker discovery.
• Work with foundational models including pre-trained self-supervised multi-purpose and multi-modal models to advance generative AI applications in drug discovery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and adopt best practices for ML-ready data.
• Contribute to scientific publications and present results at internal and external scientific conferences.

Requirements:

• Machine Learning Computer Science Applied Mathematics Computational Biology or related field.
• Strong experience in one or more of the following areas: generative AI biomedical foundation models geometric deep learning multi-modal learning and large-scale knowledge graphs.
• Excellent programming skills and proficiency in deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch with openness to learning new tools and technologies.
• Practical experience across ML and LLM software stack including feature engineering model development deployment and validation.
• Prior experience working with omics data and familiarity with oncology drug development.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate complex data insights and recommendations to cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated strong research skills evidenced by publications in top-tier ML/AI conferences and/or leading scientific journals.

Rewards

At Novartiswerecommitted to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen.

The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and also offer a variety of competitive benefits inkindto help you thrive personally and professionally such as insurance plans retirement plans wellbeingresourcesand global recognition addition we provide flexible and hybrid working options where possible anda minimum of14 weekspaid parental leave.

Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role:

• Switzerland: 78400.00 - 145600.00 CHF Annual

The salary offered isdeterminedbased on gender-neutralobjectives such as relevant skillscompetenciesand experiencein accordance withthe Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.

In addition to your base salary you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters. Further details will be provided during the application process.

Pay equity is a fundamental principle of our employment policy and reflects our commitment to create a diverseequitableand inclusive environment that treats all employees with dignity and respect as outlined in our Code of Ethics.

Readourbrochureto learn more about our global total rewards offering: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements including provisions of collective bargaining agreements where applicable. A full overview of your compensation package including any relevant collective bargaining agreement details applicable to your role based on your employment location and Novartis employer entity will be communicated separately to you during the applicationprocess.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion / EEO paragraph:

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding inclusive work environment and diverseteamsrepresentativeof the patients and communities we serve.

Why Novartis:Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart passionate people like you. Collaboratingsupportingand inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients lives. Ready to create a brighter future together and Rewards:Read our handbook to learn about all the wayswellhelp you thrive personally and professionally: Desired