Jobs at Bakar Bio Labs

Profluent is an AI-first protein design company. Founded in 2022, we develop deep generative models to design and validate novel, functional proteins to revolutionize biomedicine. Based in Emeryville, CA, we are backed by leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Bezos Expeditions, Spark Capital, Insight Partners, Air Street Capital, AIX Ventures, and Convergent Ventures, and have raised over $150M to date.We're looking for a motivated and creative Machine Learning (ML) Scientist to drive research into new technologies for biomolecular design. This position offers an opportunity to work at the forefront of generative modeling research across language processing, representation learning, and protein engineering. You should be a self-directed researcher who has the ability to rapidly prototype and evaluate new models and algorithms in the biomolecular domain.As an early employee, you will proactively shape the direction of our machine learning efforts and collaborate across diverse teams of computational and experimental scientists.ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop state-of-the-art deep learning methods for protein sequence, structure, and function prediction and apply them to protein designCurate relevant datasets and design tasks for rigorous evaluation of generative models Collaborate with Biology team to design and characterize novel designed biomoleculesImplement, analyze, and interpret multiple computational approaches and present results to colleagues in regular update meetingsWork within a collaborative, fast-paced, interdisciplinary team across biology and machine learning to help shape the scientific and strategic vision of the companyQualificationsPhD (or equivalent industry experience) in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Applied Math, Computational Biology, Statistics, or a related fieldExperience with conceiving of, implementing, and evaluating novel machine learning techniquesPublications at major machine learning conferences (NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR) or scientific journals (Nature, Science, Nature Biotech, Nature Methods, PNAS)Experience with modern deep learning frameworks such as Pytorch or JaxPreferences (but Not Required)Familiarity with foundational biology of proteins and nucleic acidsExperience developing machine learning models for proteins (language models, structure prediction, design)Previous experience in data extraction and curation from bioinformatics data sourcesFamiliarity with wet lab experimental assays and associated limitationsExperience with cloud compute platforms (GCP, AWS, Azure)What We OfferHigh-growth opportunity with meaningful impact on the future of protein designCompetitive compensation package with equity participationComprehensive benefits including health/dental/vision insuranceGenerous PTO policy and commitment to work-life balanceProfessional development opportunities in a cutting-edge field at the intersection of AI and biologyProfluent Bio, Inc is an equal opportunity employer promoting diversity and inclusion in the workspace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding), genetic information, taking or requesting statutorily protected leave, or any other basis protected by law.Employment Eligibility VerificationLegal authorization to work in the United States is required. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and work eligibility and complete the required employment verification form upon hire.Hiring Salary Range$180,000 - $250,000 USD Show more Show less