Senior ML / AI Scientist

JOB OPENINGSenior ML / AI ScientistWorking Rate: 80–100%Starting date: ImmediatelyLocation: Novigenix SA, Route de la Corniche 3, Phenyl building, 1066 EpalingesNovigenix is a Swiss precision medicine company developing immune intelligence solutions by analyzing whole-blood RNA sequencing data using advanced machine learning. Our platform, LITOSeek™, identifies predictive immunotranscriptomic signatures to support therapy response prediction, early disease detection, and mechanism-of-action profiling in oncology and immune-mediated diseases.SummaryWe are seeking a Senior ML/AI Scientist with strong experience in biomarker discovery—preferably from NGS datasets—and a proven track record of building and deploying predictive machine learning models. In this role, you will lead model development, feature discovery, and interpretation pipelines powering LITOSeek™, working at the intersection of machine learning, immunology, and translational research.ResponsibilitiesDevelop, evaluate, and deploy predictive ML models based on NGS data.Conduct biomarker discovery, feature reduction, and validation across clinical and biopharma datasets.Translate prototypes into robust, reproducible pipelines.Collaborate closely with bioinformatics, clinical, and technical teams to ensure scientific and operational fit.Present results clearly and support scientific communication (internal reviews, partner meetings). Skills & RequirementsMaster’s or PhD in Machine Learning, Statistics, Bioinformatics or related fields.Mandatory: hands-on experience building predictive models from biological datasets.Strong skills in Python and ML frameworks (e.g., scikit-learn, XGBoost, PyTorch, TensorFlow).Experience with feature selection and biomarker signature development.Strong expertise in reproducible software engineering practices, including version control (Git), CI/CD pipeline development, and automated testing frameworks.Proficiency in workflow orchestration tools (e.g., Nextflow, Snakemake) with a focus on reproducibility and scalability.Solid foundation in clean code design principles, modular architecture, and implementation of unit and integration testing frameworks.Familiarity with immune system biology or oncology (advantage).Good communication and documentation skills.Experience working in multidisciplinary teams is a plus.Eligible to work in Switzerland (Swiss/EU citizenship or valid permit).Contact informationIf you believe your profile fits this position, please send a CV and a cover letter to career@novigenix.com. Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered.