Axsome Therapeutics Inc

Machine Learning Scientist II/Sr (Biomedical Images)

United States

$152,000 – $215,000Compensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Biotechnology, Pharmaceuticals, Medical Imaging, Biomedical EngineeringIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess a PhD with 3+ years of industry experience or an MS with 5+ years of industry experience in Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field. They must have solid experience with deep learning for images, including self-supervised pre-training, Vision Transformers, or vector quantization methods, along with proficiency in PyTorch or JAX and experience running distributed training on GPUs or cloud HPC resources. Strong software engineering practices, including version control, testing, continuous integration, code review, and containerization, are also required.

Responsibilities

The Machine Learning Scientist II or Senior will evaluate, adapt, and integrate pre-trained computer-vision models into Enchant's existing modalities, locate and curate clinical imaging datasets and establish benchmarks for model performance, build reliable data pipelines for large image collections, convert research prototypes into production services on multi-GPU/HPC infrastructure, collaborate with discovery, pre-clinical, and clinical teams to translate image insights into experimental and trial strategies, and share results through code, documentation, and internal presentations; they will also mentor colleagues in vision and multimodal ML.

Skills

Computer Vision
Deep Learning
Vision Transformers
Vector Quantization
PyTorch
JAX
Distributed GPU Training
Medical Imaging
Data Pipelines
Model Deployment
Multimodal ML

Axsome Therapeutics Inc

Develops therapies for CNS disorders

About Axsome Therapeutics Inc

Axsome Therapeutics develops therapies for central nervous system (CNS) disorders, focusing on conditions like major depressive disorder, treatment-resistant depression, and Alzheimer's agitation. Their main product, AXS-05, is an oral medication that works by blocking NMDA receptors in the brain, which helps regulate mood. This drug has shown positive results in clinical trials and has received special FDA status to speed up its approval process. Unlike many competitors, Axsome emphasizes addressing unmet medical needs in CNS disorders and aims to improve patient outcomes through rigorous research and development. The company's goal is to bring effective treatments to market, enhancing the quality of life for patients suffering from these conditions.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$430.7MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Performance Bonus
Company Equity

Risks

Increased competition from companies like Compass Pathways in the CNS market.
Potential delays in AXS-07 launch amid growing market anticipation.
Departure of key personnel like Lori Englebert may impact strategic direction.

Differentiation

Axsome focuses on CNS disorders with limited current treatment options.
AXS-05, an NMDA receptor antagonist, targets major depressive disorder and treatment-resistant depression.
Axsome's balanced portfolio includes both clinical and research stage products.

Upsides

FDA's fast-tracking of CNS treatments could expedite Axsome's drug approvals.
Increased investment in CNS R&D drives innovation, benefiting Axsome's pipeline.
Growing personalized medicine trend offers Axsome opportunities for tailored therapies.

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