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# Machine Learning Scientist - Sequence Modelling

- **Company:** GSK
- **Location:** UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Experimental Data, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Tensorflow, Azure Machine Learning, Pytorch
- **Published:** September 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/machine-learning-scientist-sequence-modelling-relationrx-8729371

## About the Role

* A PhD in machine learning, computational biology, or a related field, or equivalent industrial experience
 * Demonstrated experience applying machine learning techniques to biological sequences or text
 * Proficiency in Python and at least one ML platform (e.g. PyTorch, TensorFlow)
 * Flexibility and the ability to tackle new challenges at the intersection of biology and machine learning.

Desirable Knowledge or Experience

 * Experience applying machine learning to biological sequences, including DNA or proteins
 * Strong understanding of transformers and their applications in biomedical research
 * Knowledge of lab-in-the-loop frameworks and integration of ML techniques with experimental data., * An inclusive leader and team player
 * A clear communicator
 * Driven by impact
 * Humble and eager to learn
 * Motivated and curious
 * Passionate about making a difference in patients' lives

## Description

* Develop and apply sequence modelling machine learning techniques to DNA sequences
 * Train, fine-tune and evaluate DNA sequence models for tasks including variant interpretation, gene discovery and regulatory modelling
 * Collaborate with computational and experimental scientists to generate and validate ML-driven hypotheses
 * Leverage large-scale external and internal datasets to build and adapt models for disease-focused applications
 * Design robust evaluations to measure model quality, biological relevance and translational value
 * Contribute to scientific innovation by applying the latest advances in machine learning and genomics.


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