AbbVie · 2 days ago
Senior Scientist I (Machine Learning) - Biologics Cell Culture Development
South San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$94K/yr - $178K/yr
8+ years expAbbVie is a company dedicated to discovering and delivering innovative medicines and solutions that address serious health issues. The Senior Scientist I role focuses on developing and implementing machine learning models to optimize cell culture processes in the Biologics CMC Development team.
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Responsibilities
Develop, implement, refine, and validate machine learning (ML) models for predicting cell culture process performance
Communicate model findings and suggest experimental strategy and/or workflow improvements to support early- and late-stage development
Actively seek out opportunities to optimize our platform or enhance our understanding of cell culture processes using ML models and wet lab experiments
Design and execute scalable ambr250, 2L, 50L, 200L and 500L single use bioreactors processes
Represent the cell culture development group in cross-functional meetings and collaborate closely with cell line, purification, analytical and formulation development leads to meet project deliverables and timelines
Publish or present scientific findings in peer-reviewed journals, internal or external conferences or consortia
Display effective organization, verbal written communication skills, and adherence to good documentation practices
Qualification
Required
Scientific degree in computer science, statistics and applied mathematics, computational biology, bioinformatics, data science, chemical engineering, bioengineering, or a related field, with BS or equivalent education and 10+ years of experience, OR MS or equivalent education and 8+ years of experience, OR PhD and 0+ years of experience
Must have industry or research experience in developing, implementing, and validating ML models
Must have a strong understanding of statistical methods, ML methodologies, and ML frameworks (e.g., Sci-kit Learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch)
Must demonstrate programming competency for model implementation in Python or equivalent
Must have experience in data visualization tools (e.g., Matplotlib, Plotly) to communicate model finding
Strong attention to detail; active and quick learner; able to change course quickly as needed; raises the bar and is never satisfied with the status quo; open to suggestions and embraces the ideas of others; collaborative actively builds relationships with others
Experienced in authoring peer-reviewed publications, technical reports, regulatory documents, and/or presentations at conferences
Proficient with Microsoft Office software and strong familiarity with statistical modelling software/tools (e.g., JMP, SIMCA, Minitab, Design Expert)
Preferred
Prior experience in developing and implementing ML models for biological data is highly desirable
Experience in implementing transfer learning is highly desirable
Expertise in programming (e.g., Python, Javascript, C++)
Experience in CMC cell culture process development is highly desirable
Demonstrated scientific aptitude through authorship of peer-reviewed publications
Strong understanding of design of experiments (DOE)
Proficient in aseptic technique
Basic understanding of mammalian cell and molecular biology and cell culture bioprocess engineering concepts
Experienced in developing and executing mammalian suspension cell culture processes in shake flasks, ambr250, and/or 2L bioreactors
Experienced in the tech transfer of cell culture and primary recovery processes to GMP manufacturing facilities in other locations
Experienced in authoring and reviewing technical reports, GMP campaign summary reports, and relevant sections in regulatory filings
Benefits
Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick)
Medical/dental/vision insurance
401(k)
Company
AbbVie
AbbVie is a biopharmaceutical company focused on immunology, oncology, neuroscience, virology, and aesthetics. It is a sub-organization of AbbVie.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$15B2024-02-27Post Ipo Debt· $15B
2023-03-08Post Ipo Equity· $0.25M
2012-12-20IPO
Leadership Team
Robert Michael
Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer
Micah Bregman
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