Scientist - Antibody Discovery (AI and Machine Learning)

Responsibilities

• Design, train, validate, and deploy AI/ML models, including protein and antibody language models, to support library design and developability assessment
• Execute hands-on wet-lab work approximately 50% of the time, including library construction, display selections, and NGS sample preparation
• Develop and operate antibody NGS analysis pipelines, including paired heavy and light chain assembly and clonotyping
• Architect and manage scalable training and inference workflows using AWS and high-performance GPU environments
• Translate experimental and sequencing data into validated models and actionable recommendations for antibody optimization
• Collaborate with wet-lab scientists, informatics teams, and project managers to advance therapeutic-grade leads
• Document experimental data and AI/ML workflows in Benchling and maintain reproducibility through version control

Requirements

• PhD in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Biophysics, Immunology, Molecular Biology, or a closely related discipline
• Demonstrated experience applying AI/ML to antibody or protein sequence data, including protein or antibody language models
• Hands-on wet-lab experience in antibody discovery, including display technologies, NGS, and biophysical or functional characterization
• Strong understanding of antibody discovery, immunology, and antibodies as therapeutic modalities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AWS S3, EC2, and high-performance computing environments
• Proficiency in managing scalable machine learning workflows
• Ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary scientific and technical teams

Benefits

• Integrated benefits programs supporting physical, mental, emotional, financial, and social well-being
• Comprehensive resources designed to help employees and their families thrive at all stages of life

About the Company

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights, and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.