Data Scientist - I (Assistant)
Not Disclosed•ContractorHybrid
location_on310, Elm Avenue, Rahway, Union County, New Jersey, 07065, United States
About the Team
Join a cutting-edge and innovative Quantitative Biosciences department focused on advancing drug discovery through computational science, high-throughput experimentation, and multidisciplinary collaboration. We apply robust scientific methodologies, translational models, and advanced automation to better understand biological systems and molecular mechanisms, enabling the development of next-generation medicines.
About the Role
As a Data Scientist within the Quantitative Biosciences team, you will work on complex, high-dimensional biological data across multiple modalities, directly supporting biologists and chemists in early-stage drug discovery. This role is ideal for candidates who are intellectually curious and interested in the intersection of machine learning, computational science, and drug discovery, with opportunities for growth in a highly collaborative research environment.
You will develop machine learning and deep learning workflows to support novel drug discovery, building and improving property prediction models for small molecules and peptides. Your work will involve analyzing complex, high-throughput experimental datasets and conducting research in machine learning, molecular modeling, and computational biology. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to apply computational and statistical methods for drug target identification and lead optimization, while communicating insights and analytical results clearly to scientific stakeholders both verbally and in writing.
Location & Work Model
This is a hybrid position based in Rahway, NJ, requiring 3 days onsite and 2 days remote.
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Work location
Work model: Hybrid
310, Elm Avenue, Rahway, Union County, New Jersey, 07065, United States
Rahway, New Jersey
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDevelop machine learning and deep learning workflows to support novel drug discovery
- check_circleBuild and improve property prediction models for small molecules and peptides
- check_circleCollaborate with interdisciplinary teams to apply computational methods for drug target identification
- check_circleAnalyze complex, high-throughput experimental datasets across multiple biological modalities
- check_circleConduct research in machine learning, molecular modeling, and computational biology
- check_circleCommunicate insights and analytical results clearly to scientific stakeholders
- check_circleSupport experimental design by providing data-driven interpretation and guidance
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree in Computational Physics, Chemistry, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or related field
- verifiedMaster's or PhD in Computational Physics, Chemistry, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or related disciplines
- verified0–3 years of relevant experience
- verifiedProficiency in Python for scientific computing (NumPy, PyTorch, SciPy, pandas)
- verifiedExperience with high-performance computing (HPC) in Unix/Linux environments or cloud platforms (e.g., AWS)
- verifiedHands-on experience in data science and machine learning
- verifiedWorking knowledge of biochemistry and/or chemistry
Nice to Have
Experience in pharmaceutical early drug discovery research. Exposure to advanced machine learning applications, especially in drug discovery contexts. Experience developing large-scale chemical foundation models, virtual screening models, or protein structure prediction models.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Python, Numpy, Pytorch, Scipy, Pandas, High-Performance Computing, Unix, Linux, Aws, Data Science.
Education: Minimum Bachelor's degree in Computational Physics, Chemistry, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or related quantitative field; Master's degree in Computational Physics, Chemistry, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or related disciplines (Advanced Degree); PhD in Computational Physics, Chemistry, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or related disciplines (Advanced Degree).
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In this Data Scientist - I (Assistant) at TALENT Software Services role, you will develop machine learning and deep learning workflows to support novel drug discovery; build and improve property prediction models for small molecules and peptides; collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to apply computational methods for drug target identification; and analyze complex, high-throughput experimental datasets across multiple biological modalities.
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To qualify for the Data Scientist - I (Assistant) at TALENT Software Services position, applicants should have: Bachelor's degree in Computational Physics, Chemistry, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or related field; Master's or PhD in Computational Physics, Chemistry, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or related disciplines; 0–3 years of relevant experience; Proficiency in Python for scientific computing (NumPy, PyTorch, SciPy, pandas); Experience with high-performance computing (HPC) in Unix/Linux environments or cloud platforms (e.g., AWS); and Hands-on experience in data science and machine learning.
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Data Scientist - I (Assistant) at TALENT Software Services is based in 310, Elm Avenue, Rahway, Union County, New Jersey, 07065, United States. This is a hybrid role.
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Educational requirements for this role: Minimum Bachelor's degree in Computational Physics, Chemistry, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or related quantitative field; Master's degree in Computational Physics, Chemistry, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or related disciplines (Advanced Degree); and PhD in Computational Physics, Chemistry, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or related disciplines (Advanced Degree).
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