Research Officer in Machine Learning and Computational Biology

Job ID: 415686935
Job date: 2017-09-19
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Company : A*STAR - Agency for Science 

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Role : Research Scientist 


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Job Description:
A Research Officer position in the areas of machine learning and computational biology is immediately available in the Machine Learning for Bioimage Analysis Group (http://web.bii.a-star.edu.sg/~chengli) and Structure-based Ligand Discovery and Design Group (https://web.bii.a-star.edu.sg/~fanh) at Bioinformatics Institute (BII), Agency for Science and Technology Research (A*STAR). The Cheng lab focuses on developing novel machine learning methods to address biodata analysis problems. The Fan lab focuses on developing novel structural modeling methods to study the interactions between biomolecules and small molecule ligands.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will help in developing machine learning techniques with a focus on addressing structural biology problems. The candidate has the opportunity to work in a highly interdisciplinary and stimulating environment.

Job Requirements:

  • BSc (honours) in computer science and engineering, or related disciplines.
  • Strong programming skill. Background knowledge of machine learning will be a big plus.
  • Prior knowledge in structural biology is not required however it is important to have an Interest in biological sciences.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, and able to work independently


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Company Profile

The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) is Singapore’s lead government agency for economic-oriented Research and Development (R&D). We advance science and develop innovative technology to further economic growth and improve lives. For more information about A*STAR, please visit: www.a-star.edu.sg

DIVISION & RI / ENTITY PROFILE

The Bioinformatics Institute (BII) is an institute of the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR). BII was set up in July 2001 as part of the national initiative to foster and advance biomedical research and human capital for a vibrant knowledge-based Singapore. With a multi-disciplinary focus and collaborative outlook, BII recognises the need for depth and breadth in all its activities for building a thriving world-class biomedical research, graduate training and development hub in Singapore. In addition, BII is proactively involved in building a national resource centre in bioinformatics to meet the evolving needs of the scientific community in Singapore.

For more information on A*STAR and BII, please visit: www.a-star.edu.sg and www.bii.a-star.edu.sg respectively.

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