Allen Institute
Scientist I - ML/AI algorithms for Multimodal Foundational Models
Allen Institute, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Scientist I – ML/AI Algorithms for Multimodal Foundational Models
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Scientist I – ML/AI Algorithms for Multimodal Foundational Models – Human Cell Types
The mission of the Allen Institute is to understand the principles that govern life, and to advance health. Our creative and multi‑dimensional teams focus on answering some of the biggest questions in bioscience. We accelerate foundational research, catalyze bold ideas, develop tools and models, and openly share our science to make a broad, transformational impact on the world.
The mission of the Allen Institute for Brain Science is to accelerate the understanding of how the human brain works in health and disease. Using a big science approach, we generate useful public resources, drive technological and analytical advances, and discover fundamental brain properties through the integration of experiments, modeling, and theory.
The Seattle Alzheimer’s Disease Brain Cell Atlas (SEA-AD) consortium strives to achieve a deep molecular and cellular understanding of the early pathogenesis of Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Leveraging advances in quantitative neuropathology and next‑generation single‑cell molecular profiling technologies, we are generating large‑scale data sets from well‑characterized donors that span the spectrum of AD pathology to comprehensively map human brain cell types across aging and disease. These data along with tools for their use are made freely and publicly available.
We seek to hire a Research Scientist to design modern machine learning methods to integrate multimodal data, infer gene regulatory mechanisms, describe omics trajectories and contribute to the mechanistic understanding of Alzheimer’s disease pathology. The successful candidate will have a strong background in computational biology, computer science, or statistics, and experience developing and training machine learning models (deep generative models, score‑based models, transformer architectures).
Strong preference will be given to individuals with a track record of both individual and team contributions in solving complex research problems, and experience in cutting‑edge computational methodologies applied to biological –omics, spatial, and/or clinical metadata.
Essential Functions
Develop modern machine learning algorithms to model multimodal omics data (transcriptional, chromatin accessibility, genetic, spatial, and protein information)
Evaluate ML architectures able to characterize regulators of cell identity and neurodegenerative progression
Implement sequence‑based models to predict genetic contributions to disease
Train large‑scale models in multi‑GPU environments efficiently
Stay at the forefront of advances in AI for multimodal molecular biology
Participate in a highly interactive and multidisciplinary environment
Publish/present findings in peer‑reviewed journals/scientific conferences
Required Education and Experience
Ph.D. in Computer Science, Applied Math, Engineering, Computational Neuroscience, Computational Biology, or related field, or equivalent combination of degree and experience
Experience working with recent Deep Learning Architectures/Foundational Models
Experience with building, deploying and maintaining machine learning and foundational models
Proficiency with cloud computing (AWS, GCP or Azure) and with on‑prem clusters
Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
Preferred Education and Experience
Experience with modeling gene regulatory networks, chromatin accessibility information, or related computational biology studies
Experience building transformer‑based foundational models of cell identity
Working knowledge of AI/ML custom libraries, AI/ML execution platforms
Strong publication track record
Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously while working in a highly collaborative environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment
Physical Demands
Occasional lifting up to 30 pounds (reference: a ream of paper weighs approx. 5lbs)
Fine motor movements in fingers/hands to operate computers and other office equipment; repetitive motion with lab equipment
Position Type / Expected Hours of Work This role is currently able to work both remotely and onsite in a hybrid work environment. We are a Washington State employer, and the primary work location for all Allen Institute employees is 615 Westlake Ave N.; any remote work must be performed in Washington State.
Travel
Occasional attendance and participation in national and international conferences
Additional Comments
Please note, this opportunity offers relocation assistance
Please note, this opportunity may offer visa sponsorship
Annualized Salary Range $92,250 - $114,100 *
Final salary depends on the required education for the role, experience, level of skills relevant to the role, and work location, where applicable.
Benefits Employees (and their families) are eligible to enroll in benefits per eligibility rules outlined in the Allen Institute’s Benefits Guide. These benefits include medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are also eligible to enroll in the Allen Institute’s 401k plan. Paid time off is also available as outlined in the Allen Institutes Benefits Guide. Details on the Allen Institute’s benefits offering are located at the following link to the Benefits Guide: https://alleninstitute.org/careers/benefits.
It is the policy of the Allen Institute to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Allen Institute will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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Scientist I – ML/AI Algorithms for Multimodal Foundational Models
role at
Allen Institute .
Scientist I – ML/AI Algorithms for Multimodal Foundational Models – Human Cell Types
The mission of the Allen Institute is to understand the principles that govern life, and to advance health. Our creative and multi‑dimensional teams focus on answering some of the biggest questions in bioscience. We accelerate foundational research, catalyze bold ideas, develop tools and models, and openly share our science to make a broad, transformational impact on the world.
The mission of the Allen Institute for Brain Science is to accelerate the understanding of how the human brain works in health and disease. Using a big science approach, we generate useful public resources, drive technological and analytical advances, and discover fundamental brain properties through the integration of experiments, modeling, and theory.
The Seattle Alzheimer’s Disease Brain Cell Atlas (SEA-AD) consortium strives to achieve a deep molecular and cellular understanding of the early pathogenesis of Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Leveraging advances in quantitative neuropathology and next‑generation single‑cell molecular profiling technologies, we are generating large‑scale data sets from well‑characterized donors that span the spectrum of AD pathology to comprehensively map human brain cell types across aging and disease. These data along with tools for their use are made freely and publicly available.
We seek to hire a Research Scientist to design modern machine learning methods to integrate multimodal data, infer gene regulatory mechanisms, describe omics trajectories and contribute to the mechanistic understanding of Alzheimer’s disease pathology. The successful candidate will have a strong background in computational biology, computer science, or statistics, and experience developing and training machine learning models (deep generative models, score‑based models, transformer architectures).
Strong preference will be given to individuals with a track record of both individual and team contributions in solving complex research problems, and experience in cutting‑edge computational methodologies applied to biological –omics, spatial, and/or clinical metadata.
Essential Functions
Develop modern machine learning algorithms to model multimodal omics data (transcriptional, chromatin accessibility, genetic, spatial, and protein information)
Evaluate ML architectures able to characterize regulators of cell identity and neurodegenerative progression
Implement sequence‑based models to predict genetic contributions to disease
Train large‑scale models in multi‑GPU environments efficiently
Stay at the forefront of advances in AI for multimodal molecular biology
Participate in a highly interactive and multidisciplinary environment
Publish/present findings in peer‑reviewed journals/scientific conferences
Required Education and Experience
Ph.D. in Computer Science, Applied Math, Engineering, Computational Neuroscience, Computational Biology, or related field, or equivalent combination of degree and experience
Experience working with recent Deep Learning Architectures/Foundational Models
Experience with building, deploying and maintaining machine learning and foundational models
Proficiency with cloud computing (AWS, GCP or Azure) and with on‑prem clusters
Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
Preferred Education and Experience
Experience with modeling gene regulatory networks, chromatin accessibility information, or related computational biology studies
Experience building transformer‑based foundational models of cell identity
Working knowledge of AI/ML custom libraries, AI/ML execution platforms
Strong publication track record
Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously while working in a highly collaborative environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment
Physical Demands
Occasional lifting up to 30 pounds (reference: a ream of paper weighs approx. 5lbs)
Fine motor movements in fingers/hands to operate computers and other office equipment; repetitive motion with lab equipment
Position Type / Expected Hours of Work This role is currently able to work both remotely and onsite in a hybrid work environment. We are a Washington State employer, and the primary work location for all Allen Institute employees is 615 Westlake Ave N.; any remote work must be performed in Washington State.
Travel
Occasional attendance and participation in national and international conferences
Additional Comments
Please note, this opportunity offers relocation assistance
Please note, this opportunity may offer visa sponsorship
Annualized Salary Range $92,250 - $114,100 *
Final salary depends on the required education for the role, experience, level of skills relevant to the role, and work location, where applicable.
Benefits Employees (and their families) are eligible to enroll in benefits per eligibility rules outlined in the Allen Institute’s Benefits Guide. These benefits include medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are also eligible to enroll in the Allen Institute’s 401k plan. Paid time off is also available as outlined in the Allen Institutes Benefits Guide. Details on the Allen Institute’s benefits offering are located at the following link to the Benefits Guide: https://alleninstitute.org/careers/benefits.
It is the policy of the Allen Institute to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Allen Institute will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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