Barrington James
Singapore / Global
Singapore / Global
Applied AI Specialist – R&D
An AI/ML-focused role supporting an innovative drug discovery team, using advanced machine learning to accelerate molecular design, optimisation, and decision-making. Partnering closely with Chemistry, Biology, and DMPK teams to deploy models into real project workflows.
Key Responsibilities
Build and apply generative AI + predictive models to support molecular design and optimisation
Develop AI models for property prediction* and experimental prioritisation (e.g., efficacy, selectivity, stability, PK/PD)
Work with cross-functional teams to translate scientific challenges into computational solutions
Support target discovery / prioritisation using biological datasets and public resources
Create scalable data platforms and decision-support tools integrating internal + external data
Evaluate external AI partners / CROs / academic collaborations to enhance capabilities
Requirements
PhD / MSc in Computer Science, Computational Chemistry, or related AI/ML field
2+ years hands-on ML experience (industry or academic)
Strong Python + deep learning frameworks (PyTorch/TensorFlow)
Experience applying AI/ML to drug discovery / molecular modelling is preferred
Strong collaboration + communication skills for cross-functional scientific teams
Singapore / Global
Singapore / Global
Singapore / Global
Singapore / Global
Singapore / Global
Singapore / Global