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🥝 Director, AI Research

AstraZeneca | barcelona, Spain | Posted June 04, 2026

Job Description

Introduction

This position focuses on guiding AI research that converts complex, multimodal data into decisions to accelerate drug development and improve patient outcomes. It is a fantastic opportunity to thrive in an environment where bold ideas evolve into deployed models and peer-reviewed science, working alongside leading scientists, engineers, and product leaders!

Accountabilities

  • Research Strategy: Lead the roadmap for priority problem spaces, supporting teams to develop high-value AI capabilities using modern engineering standards.
  • Multimodal ML Innovation: Invent and apply methods in deep, representation, reinforcement, and active learning, tailoring metrics to domain-specific challenges.
  • Translational Pipeline Impact: Convert scientific advances into production-grade models that improve decision quality and automate key discovery steps.
  • ML Ops and Governance: Establish robust practices for model tracking, g...

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