Associate Principal Data Scientist - Pharmaceutical Development

Are you a Data Scientist looking to lead innovative data science projects at the forefront of pharmaceutical research? R\&D Partners is seeking an experienced and dedicated Data Scientist to lead innovative projects in pharmaceutical development. In this role, you will use advanced data science and machine learning techniques to transform drug development processes. You will work on cutting\-edge projects involving chemical property prediction and scientific knowledge discovery, contributing to the creation of life\-changing medicines. This position requires a strong technical background and the ability to collaborate with cross\-functional teams. Please note that to be considered for this role you must have the right to work in this location. **Responsibilities:** * Develop and apply machine learning and deep learning methods for drug development. * Create visual tools to simplify complex data and engage stakeholders. * Work closely with IT and engineering teams to implement and deploy solutions. * Stay updated on industry trends by reviewing research and attending conferences. * Share findings through publications and presentations to both technical and non\-technical audiences. **Key Skills and Requirements:** * Advanced knowledge in computer science, data science, artificial intelligence, or related fields. * Proficiency in programming languages like Python or R. * Hands\-on experience with machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or DGL. * Expertise in applied machine learning areas like deep learning, natural language processing (NLP), or generative AI. * Experience in developing and deploying data science models. * Contributions to open\-source projects (e.g., GitHub). * Strong academic publication record in AI. * Experience in pharmaceutical development, chemical engineering, or chemistry\-related machine learning projects. * Knowledge of advanced machine learning domains like transfer learning, explainable AI, or federated learning. For more information, please contact **Grant Van Schalkwyk.** If you are interested in applying to this exciting opportunity, then please click 'Apply' or to speak to one of our specialists visit the 'Contact Us' page. R\&D Partners is a leading life sciences recruiter focused on finding exceptional people and matching them with the finest positions across the globe. R\&D Partners is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. By submitting this application, you confirm that you've read and understood our privacy policy, which informs you how we process and safeguard your data \- https://www.r\-dpartners.com/privacy\-policy/