AI/ML Team Leader (m/f/d)
Offer summary

(Summary generated by AI based on the full job description)

The project focuses on AI/ML in preclinical drug discovery and digital transformation in pharmaceuticals. It requires expertise in Python, ML/deep-learning, GPU, Linux, containerization. Responsibilities include design and implementation of AI/ML models in computational chemistry and bioinformatics, team leadership, client collaboration, and strategic AI development. Benefits include private medical care, lunch card, and development support.

newyou can start ASAP

AI/ML Team Leader (m/f/d)

Company: Selvita

from: 21 July 2026
to: 20 August 2026
salary not specifiedcontract of employment (full-time)
Salary details
basic salary
Offer parameters
level:senior • expert
working mode:hybrid
Kraków, Dębniki
Kraków, DębnikiPodole 79View on map

Requirements

Operating system

Linux

Our requirements

  • Master or PhD degree in machine learning, computer science, cheminformatics, bioinformatics, computational chemistry, statistics, physics or a related discipline.
  • At least 7 years of relevant experience in AI/ML, ideally in drug discovery, drug development, computational chemistry, bioinformatics in a pharmaceutical, biotech or a CRO environment.
  • Strong knowledge of modern AI/ML, model validation and scientific software development.
  • Advanced Python skills with experience in scientific ML/deep-learning frameworks, GPU acceleration, Git-based workflows, Linux/Unix environments and containerization.
  • Experience leading multidisciplinary scientific projects and translating business or client needs into feasible AI/ML solutions.
  • Strong client-facing communication, mentoring, project management and stakeholder-management skills.
  • Fluent professional and scientific English.

Optional

  • Experience with LLMs, RAG pipelines, AI agents, Protein Language Models or generative AI for life sciences.
  • Knowledge of CADD platforms, QSAR/ADMET modelling, Omics analytics, HCS/image analysis, KNIME, Shiny/R.
  • Familiarity with MLOps, cloud or lakehouse architectures, data governance, GDPR, EU AI Act considerations or regulated data environments.
  • Experience in proposal preparation, grant writing or scientific consulting.

Your responsibilities

  • Lead the design and implementation of AI/ML models and workflows for computational chemistry and bioinformatics.
  • Translate preclinical drug discovery and drug development challenges into practical AI tools, analytical workflows and production-ready solutions embedded in scientific processes.
  • Drive Selvita’s AI-driven digitalization strategy by contributing to AI-enhanced services, internal AI tools, data-driven workflows and automation across drug discovery & drug development.
  • Connect AI delivery with the company’s digital backbone: data platforms, compute infrastructure, governance, model validation and workflow integration.
  • Cooperate with drug discovery teams and clients, providing scientific input for offers, negotiations, client meetings, project planning and delivery.
  • Contribute to grant-funded R&D, internal IP generation and strategic AI/ML platforms.
  • Manage and mentor the AI/ML team: assign goals, monitor progress, provide feedback, strengthen team performance and promote best practices in ML engineering and scientific reporting.
  • Support AI capability building across the organization through knowledge sharing, AI Academy activities and responsible use of AI/ML and automation.
Company

About the project

We are looking for an AI/ML Team Leader to lead a multidisciplinary AI Team and accelerate AI-enabled preclinical drug discovery, drug development and company-wide digital transformation. The role combines scientific AI leadership, client-facing delivery, people management and practical implementation of AI/ML and automation across the discovery value chain. You will be responsible for helping build a high-impact AI function that expands Selvita’s AI-enabled services, strengthens internal digital transformation, and delivers measurable value for pharmaceutical and biotechnology clients through scalable AI/ML solutions in preclinical R&D.

What we offer

  • Daily cooperation and know-how exchange with experts.
  • Additional benefits: a prepaid lunch card, private medical care, subsidized sports card, and office fruit provision.
  • Internal Development initiatives, including soft & leadership skills training programs.
  • Recognition Program.
  • Employee Referral Program.
  • Various sports and engagement initiatives.
  • Support & incentive bonus for completing PhD

Benefits

  • sharing the costs of sports activities
  • private medical care
  • life insurance
  • remote work opportunities
  • flexible working time
  • fruits
  • integration events
  • no dress code
  • coffee / tea
  • meal passes
  • christmas gifts
  • employee referral program

Selvita

Selvita is a global integrated service provider with laboratories in Poland (Krakow, Poznan, and Wroclaw), Croatia (Zagreb), and offices in Cambridge, UK, as well as the Greater Boston Area and San Francisco Bay Area in the US. Our company is dedicated to delivering comprehensive solutions that support our international clients in drug discovery and drug development.
As one of the largest preclinical contract research organizations in Europe, Selvita is driven by a clear mission: to bridge the gap between early drug discovery and the clinical stage of drug development.
At Selvita, we value partnership, excellence, passion, commitment, and integrity. We build strong, collaborative relationships with our clients and commit to the highest standards of quality. We fuel our pursuit of innovative solutions with enthusiasm, advance drug development with focused dedication, and ensure honesty and transparency in all our work.

This is how we work

AI/ML Team Leader (m/f/d)
I apply to:
Selvita
Kraków, Dębniki
Pracodawca zbiera zgłoszenia przez swój system.
Przejdziesz na zewnętrzny formularz.

By clicking "Aplikuj" you confirm that you've read and accepted our Terms and Conditions.



This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Need more information?

  • Make sure the body of the offer doesn’t already include what you’re looking for.
  • Ask a question if you need more information you’re interested in.
  • We’ll forward your question to the employer and aim to provide a response within 3 business days.

Share this offer