Company: BenchSci

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Sat, 09 Nov 2024 08:32:39 GMT

Job description: We are looking for a Scientist II, Data Extraction to join one of our growing Cross Functional Data Extraction teams! Reporting to the CFT Data Manager or Data Extraction CFT Lead, the goal of this team is to apply our technology and vast data to solve some of the most challenging problems in pre-clinical research. As a Scientist II, Data Extraction, you will work with your team and the CFT Application teams to apply your scientific research knowledge as a subject matter expert to identify solutions to real-world scientific problems, while also identifying areas of development for both our technology and data depth.We are welcoming applicants from Canada, the US and the UK for this position.You Will:

• Generate training set for ML modelling.
• Help with the labelling of text and image data collected from publications.
• QA data from ML models and data pipelines to identify deficiencies and to develop strategies to improve overall data collection alongside engineering.
• Conduct ongoing research to improve data collection for existing and new applications.
• Develop new ways to apply our ML technology to design experiments, surface scientific insights and improve our value offering to customers.
• Keep up with current biomedical research to guide technology development

You Have:

• PhD or MSc in life sciences (e.g. Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, etc.).
• 3+ years of relevant bench experience.
• Extensive knowledge and/or bench experience in experimental biology research techniques, including but not limited to: Pre-clinical studies, Drug discovery, Genetics, In vivo studies, Immunological studies, Functional assays, Microbiology.
• Comfortable with open-ended tasks.
• Interest in using/prompting LLMs to manipulate data and achieve the desired output.
• Experience working with large data sets and working with data processing tools such as Excel, SQL and Python/R

Benefits and Perks:An engaging remote-first cultureA great compensation package that includes BenchSci equity optionsA robust vacation policy plus an additional vacation day every yearCompany closures for 14 more days throughout the yearFlex time for sick days, personal days, and religious holidaysComprehensive health and dental benefits.Annual learning & development budgetA one-time home office set-up budget to use upon joining BenchSciAn annual lifestyle spending account allowanceGenerous parental leave benefits with a top-up plan or paid time off optionsThe ability to save for your retirement coupled with a company match!About BenchSci:BenchSci’s mission is to exponentially increase the speed and quality of life-saving research and development. We empower scientists to run more successful experiments with the world’s most advanced, biomedical artificial intelligence software platform.Backed by Generation Investment Management, TCV, Inovia, F-Prime, Golden Ventures, and Google’s AI fund, Gradient Ventures, we provide an indispensable tool for scientists that accelerates research at 16 top 20 pharmaceutical companies and over 4,300 leading academic centers. We’re a certified Great Place to Work®, and top-ranked company on Glassdoor.Our Culture:BenchSci relentlessly builds on its strong foundation of culture. We put team members first, knowing that they’re the organization’s beating heart. We invest as much in our people as our products. Our culture fosters transparency, collaboration, and continuous learning.We value each other’s differences and always look for opportunities to embed equity into the fabric of our work. We foster diversity, autonomy, and personal growth, and provide resources to support motivated self-leaders in continuous improvement.You will work with high-impact, highly skilled, and intelligent experts motivated to drive impact and fulfill a meaningful mission. We empower you to unleash your full potential, do your best work, and thrive. Here you will be challenged to stretch yourself to achieve the seemingly impossible. Learn more about our .Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We believe that improving diversity, equity and inclusion is our collective responsibility, and this belief guides our DEI journey. Learn more about our .Accessibility Accommodations: Should you require any accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. Please reach out to .#LI-Remote