BioAI Scientist / ML Engineer - Foundational Model Development

My client is looking for an exceptional BioAI scientist to lead and contribute to the development of a foundational model to discover novel biomarker insights, and for the discovery and development of biologics. The ideal candidate will have experience in the development and training of foundational models , applied to single cell, spatial biology, genomics, and related multi-omics. Your Tasks Build and apply advanced AI models (e.g., transformers, VAEs, large-scale foundation models, and self-supervised or multimodal architectures) to support biological research. Develop, refine and optimise AI systems, and tools, with a focus on Multi-omics and Single cell Utilise your deep knowledge of single-cell and spatial data, from various tissues and disease types, using both public (e.g. HCA) and internal resources, to acquire, curate and prepare datasets. Work in cross-functional teams to ensure application of these models are applicable to practical biological applications Your profile (ESSENTIAL) PHD degree in relevant area (Machine Learning, AI, bioinformatics, Comp Bio, Physics etc) Extensive knowledge of Multi-omics datasets with a focus on Single-cell and Spatia l Biology Expertise in utilising GPUs for AI/ML model training You have an exceptional publication record of AI method development for Biology (NeurIPS, Nature etc). Strong software development skills; Python (and relevant libraries), Cloud infrastructure etc You're highly motivated to work at the forefront of innovation, keen to develop the next generation of BioAI technologies to make significant impact to patient lives. To note: Open to exceptional EU applicants and can support in bringing you to Cambridge, UK. Role requires weekly onsite presence in Cambridge, UK Further details will be given on screening call Additional questions? ellie.cockburn@umbilical-life.com OR drop me a DM

Location: Cambridge, GB

Posted Date: 5/14/2025