AI Manager/Researcher

GlaxoSmithKline ,
Stevenage, Hertfordshire

Overview

Job Description

AI Manager/Researcher At GlaxoSmithKline we have created world-leading data and computational environments to enable large scale experiments that exploit GSK's unique access to data. Our focus is on bringing data, analytics, science and engineering together into solutions to help develop world leading manufacturing processes, products and supply chains to enable best possible access to medicines for patients. We are seeking to grow our team with brilliant and diverse contributors with technical ability. We are looking for machine learning experts that want to be part of a team that enable the supply of critical Medicines worldwide. This AI Innovation opportunity, is an exciting role that will stretch your knowledge and curiosity, offering the opportunity to learn new skills and work within a global community. This is a hands-on position where you will be empowered to be creative, ambitious and bold, to solve novel Pharma Manufacturing and Supply chain problems and have the potential to directly impact the lives of patients living with disease. We have impressive toolkits and world class data, and we are now looking for talented people to join us. This role will have an emphasis on AI Research. As we design experiments that generate data that works to the strengths of machine learning approaches, we need to develop novel methods for analyzing that data. This role will focus on method development and application of novel methods to manufacturing and supply chain problems. This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. As an AI Researcher, we'd like you to be able to: * Identify opportunities to apply the latest advancements in Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence to build, test, and validate predictive models * Provide first class machine learning and strategic input to projects; leading thinking and strategic planning for design, implementation and direction and able to defend robustly in meetings with senior leaders * Offer, challenge and solicit advice via peer review to enhance quality, share best practice and embed innovation * Drive internal awareness and strategy for adoption of emerging machine learning methodologies * Create algorithms to extract information from large, multiparametric data sets * Compare results from various methodologies and recommend best techniques to stake holders * Connect and collaborate with subject matter experts in R&D, Manufacturing and Supply Chain. * Lead, or makes major contributions to, industry-wide initiatives as part of an external working group/committee Why you? Basic Qualifications: We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals: * Experience in development of interpretable machine learning * Advanced Degree (Pure Mathematics or Engineering, Statistics, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Chemical Engineering or related quantitative field) * Expert understanding of a programming language such as Python or R. * Experience with at least one Deep Learning framework such as TensorFlow, Keras, or PyTorch * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively as part of a team to both teach and learn every day Preferred Qualifications: If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus: PhD (Pure Mathematics or Engineering, Statistics, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Chemical Engineering or related quantitative field) Interested in Joining the Team? Please apply via our online portal providing your CV and Cover Letter. Please ensure you apply before the 21st June 2020 to ensure you're in the running! (Please take a personal copy of the Job Description, as this will not be available online post closure of the advert) *LI-GSK GSKTechTalent Why GSK? Our values and expectationsare at the heart of everything we do and form an important part of our culture. These include Patient focus, Transparency, Respect, Integrity along with Courage, Accountability, Development, and Teamwork. As GSK focuses on our values and expectations and a culture of innovation, performance, and trust, the successful candidate will demonstrate the following capabilities: * Agile and distributed decision-making - using evidence and applying judgement to balance pace, rigour and risk * Managing individual and team performance. * Committed to delivering high quality results, overcoming challenges, focusing on what matters, execution. * Implementing change initiatives and leading change. * Sustaining energy and well-being, building resilience in teams. * Continuously looking for opportunities to learn, build skills and share learning both internally and externally. * Developing people and building a talent pipeline. * Translating strategy into action - a compelling narrative, motivating others, setting objectives and delegation. * Building strong relationships and collaboration, managing trusted stakeholder