(Senior) Scientist AIML for Protein and Metabolic Engineering

Job title: (Senior) Scientist AI/ML for Protein and Metabolic Engineering

Location:Delft Netherlands

Your key responsibilities

• Lead the application of AI and data science to accelerate high-impact protein and metabolic engineering across key business segments
• Develop and continuously improve advanced models for DNA RNA proteins and metabolic pathways integrating them into engineering workflows
• Translate complex modeling results into clear actionable insights for teams stakeholders and customers
• Establish and promote best practices standards and scalable platforms within the global data and life sciences community
• Monitor emerging advances in computational biology and AI driving adoption of innovative methods with strategic value
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams worldwide applying modern ML and software engineering practices to deliver project success

We offer

• The opportunity to join a dynamic and fast-growing team applying AI/ML and advanced modeling techniques to biotechnology
• A highly motivated professional multicultural and interdisciplinary work environment
• The chance to apply your scientific expertise to innovations in health nutrition and beauty
• Continuous learning and development through in-house training programs
• The opportunity to be part of a company with a strong legacy of industrial innovation and cutting-edge technology
• A science-driven organization with over 2000 scientists and more than 700 mln annual Science & Research investments

You bring

• A PhD (or equivalent) in Biochemistry Biophysical Chemistry Bioinformatics Computer Science or Artificial Intelligence with a focus on computational approaches to protein and strain engineering
• 37 years of academic or industry experience applying data- and knowledge-driven methods in protein and/or metabolic engineering
• Hands-on experience with foundation models in biology including fine-tuning and applying sequence structure-aware generative and pathway models to real-world challenges
• Strong expertise in deep learning with practical experience in architectures such as transformers GNNs and/or diffusion models ideally incorporating biological priors
• Experience working with HPC environments and large-scale AI/ML workflows including distributed computing and GPU-accelerated model training and deployment
• Proficiency in Python and modern ML practices combined with strong problem-solving collaboration and communication skills and a track record of innovation and impact

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich we dont just meet expectations we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science creativity and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare the impact of your work here will be felt by millions every single day. Whether its fragrance that helps you focus alternative meat thats better for the planet or reducing sugar without losing flavor this is where you help shape the future of nutrition health and beauty for everyone everywhere.

And while youre making a difference well make sure youre growing too. With learning that never stops a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses teams and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas Theyre essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond together.

Our application process

Interested in this position Please apply on-line by uploading your resume in English via our career portal ( Due to privacy regulations we can only actively interact with applications via our career portal.

If you have any questions please contact Ruslana Lohina-Kazimierczak Talent Acquisition Business Partner ().

Inclusion belonging and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported included and free to be themselves they do their best work and thats exactly the kind of culture were building. A place where opportunity is truly equal authenticity is celebrated and everyone has the chance to grow contribute and feel they belong.

Were proud to be an equal opportunity employer and were serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing were committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds no matter your gender ethnicity sexual orientation or anything else that makes you you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process were here to help just let us know what you need and well do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

Were managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If youre applying as an individual wed love to hear from you. Were not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.