Researcher - Machine Learning/Data analyst (BTI)

Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
Singapore, SG
On-site

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Machine learning and data analytics

  • Develop ML models for process optimisation, prediction, and control, including yield, CQAs, aggregation, glycosylation, and impurity profiles.
  • Apply supervised, unsupervised, and multivariate methods (e.g. neural networks, regression, classification, clustering, PCA/PLS, Bayesian models).
  • Integrate omics, analytical (LC-MS, spectroscopy), and process data into unified modelling frameworks.
  • Perform feature engineering informed by bioprocess and product knowledge.

Biomanufacturing applications

  • Digitially Improve AI driven bioprocesses
  • Develop soft sensors and digital twins for real-time or near-real-time process monitoring.
  • Replace or augment design of experiments (DOE) with ML-driven process optimisation.

Deployment and validation

  • Translate models into production-ready tools (Python/R, APIs, dashboards).
  • Perform model validation, versioning, and lifecycle management.

Collaborative environment

  • Work closely with process scientists, analytical scientists, engineers, and quality teams.
  • Clearly communicate model assumptions, limitations, and impact to non-ML stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

  • BSc or MSc in Machine Learning, Data Science, Chemical/Biochemical Engineering, Bioinformatics, Systems Biology, or related field.
  • Strong programming skills in Python (e.g. scikit-learn, PyTorch, TensorFlow)
  • Solid understanding of statistics, experimental design, and model validation.

Key Competencies

  • Modelling mindset
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Excellent communication across disciplines in English

What We Offer

  • Opportunity to apply ML to real-world, high-impact manufacturing challenges
  • Collaborative environment at the interface of AI, biology, and engineering
  • Exposure to cutting-edge therapeutics and advanced manufacturing platforms

Skills & Requirements

Technical Skills

PythonScikit-learnPytorchTensorflowRStatisticsExperimental designModel validationCommunicationMachine learningData analyticsBiomanufacturingAiBioprocessProcess optimizationPredictive analyticsControl systemsYield optimizationCqasAggregationGlycosylationImpurity profilesDigital twinsReal-time monitoringProcess monitoringSoft sensorsMl-driven process optimizationModel validationApisDashboardsBioprocessProduct knowledgeFeature engineeringBiomanufacturing applicationsAi-driven bioprocessesDigital twinsReal-time monitoringProcess monitoringSoft sensorsMl-driven process optimizationModel validationApisDashboards

Employment Type

FULL TIME

Level

junior

Posted

4/11/2026

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