Formation Bio
Formation Bio is a tech and AI driven pharma company differentiated to accelerate drug development.
You can read more about Formation Bio and our mission to revolutionize the pharma industry on the company site. Formation Bio partners, acquires, or in-licenses drugs to develop programs beyond clinical proof of concept, with backing from investors across pharma and tech.
About the Position
As a Senior Data Scientist at Formation Bio, you will be at the forefront of revolutionizing drug development through AI and advanced analytics. In this role, you\'ll lead crucial initiatives that directly impact our drug development portfolio, from developing sophisticated models for patient selection to creating AI-powered solutions for clinical trial optimization. You\'ll work at the intersection of computational biology, machine learning, and drug development, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate complex biological data into actionable insights. This position offers a opportunities to shape the future of pharmaceutical development by leveraging cutting-edge AI technologies while making a meaningful impact on patient lives. Responsibilities
Lead and execute complex data science projects that directly advance our drug development portfolio Develop and implement sophisticated models for therapeutic hypothesis evaluation, including patient stratification and biomarker identification Design and create AI models for modernizing clinical trial evaluations, including surrogate endpoints Aid in the development and training of AI agents to automate and optimize biomedical workflows Collaborate cross-functionally with clinical, technical, and research teams Present complex analytical findings to senior stakeholders, including executive leadership About You
Required Qualifications PhD in computational sciences or life sciences 3+ years of post-academic experience in life sciences (biotech, pharma, consulting) Strong programming skills, particularly in Python Extensive experience in multi-modal bioinformatics analysis Preferred Qualifications Proven expertise in cloud computing environments, including proficiency with tabular and/or graph databases Strong background in machine learning and deep learning, particularly in biological applications Experience with large language models (LLM) Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with engineering teams on production systems Strong communication skills with proven ability to present complex technical findings to senior stakeholders Location & Compensation
Formation Bio is prioritizing hiring in key hubs, primarily the New York City and Boston metro areas, with additional growth in the Research Triangle (NC) and San Francisco Bay Area. Please only apply if you reside in these locations or are willing to relocate. Compensation: The target salary range for this role is: $170,000 - $215,000. Salary ranges are informed by geographic location and include base salary; equity, comprehensive benefits, hybrid flexibility, and other perks are also offered. If this range doesn\'t match your expectations, please still apply because we may have additional opportunities. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Equal Opportunity & Compliance
Formation Bio is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected status. This posting may include voluntary self-identification sections for government reporting purposes; completion is voluntary and will not affect hiring decisions. Any information provided is kept confidential.
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As a Senior Data Scientist at Formation Bio, you will be at the forefront of revolutionizing drug development through AI and advanced analytics. In this role, you\'ll lead crucial initiatives that directly impact our drug development portfolio, from developing sophisticated models for patient selection to creating AI-powered solutions for clinical trial optimization. You\'ll work at the intersection of computational biology, machine learning, and drug development, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate complex biological data into actionable insights. This position offers a opportunities to shape the future of pharmaceutical development by leveraging cutting-edge AI technologies while making a meaningful impact on patient lives. Responsibilities
Lead and execute complex data science projects that directly advance our drug development portfolio Develop and implement sophisticated models for therapeutic hypothesis evaluation, including patient stratification and biomarker identification Design and create AI models for modernizing clinical trial evaluations, including surrogate endpoints Aid in the development and training of AI agents to automate and optimize biomedical workflows Collaborate cross-functionally with clinical, technical, and research teams Present complex analytical findings to senior stakeholders, including executive leadership About You
Required Qualifications PhD in computational sciences or life sciences 3+ years of post-academic experience in life sciences (biotech, pharma, consulting) Strong programming skills, particularly in Python Extensive experience in multi-modal bioinformatics analysis Preferred Qualifications Proven expertise in cloud computing environments, including proficiency with tabular and/or graph databases Strong background in machine learning and deep learning, particularly in biological applications Experience with large language models (LLM) Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with engineering teams on production systems Strong communication skills with proven ability to present complex technical findings to senior stakeholders Location & Compensation
Formation Bio is prioritizing hiring in key hubs, primarily the New York City and Boston metro areas, with additional growth in the Research Triangle (NC) and San Francisco Bay Area. Please only apply if you reside in these locations or are willing to relocate. Compensation: The target salary range for this role is: $170,000 - $215,000. Salary ranges are informed by geographic location and include base salary; equity, comprehensive benefits, hybrid flexibility, and other perks are also offered. If this range doesn\'t match your expectations, please still apply because we may have additional opportunities. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Equal Opportunity & Compliance
Formation Bio is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected status. This posting may include voluntary self-identification sections for government reporting purposes; completion is voluntary and will not affect hiring decisions. Any information provided is kept confidential.
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