[Remote] Product Research Scientist, Drug Discovery

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. SandboxAQ is a high-growth company delivering AI solutions that address some of the world's greatest challenges. They are seeking a Product Research Scientist to drive the translation of internal drug discovery research software into production-ready products, collaborating with researchers and engineers to ensure scientific integrity and market fit.ResponsibilitiesPartner with ML and Computational Chemistry researchers to translate internal scientific code and prototypes into robust, production-ready software systems for external product offeringsImplement and integrate core scientific algorithms (ML, deep learning, physics-based simulation) into scalable product platformsCollaborate within a multi-disciplinary "pod" of engineers, computational chemists, AI experts, and product managers to define requirements, architecture, and deployment strategies for new featuresEnsure the scientific integrity and accuracy of research models (e.g., active learning, FEP, etc.) when deployed in productionDrive the product lifecycle from scientific inception to external deployment, ensuring technical excellence and market fitSkillsPhD in chemistry, biology, or a related discipline3-5 years of relevant experience in a product-focused engineering or applied science role, specifically translating ML or computational chemistry research into production software in the private sector (biotech/pharma preferred)Experience deploying and maintaining machine learning models for scientific applications (e.g., molecular property prediction, multi-objective optimization)Proficiency with Python toolkits for scientific computing (e.g., NumPy, Pandas, SciPy) and machine learning (e.g., scikit-learn, PyTorch)Strong communication skills and a drive to collaborate with colleagues to identify problems and communicate technical solutions in an accessible mannerFamiliarity with production deployment environments and principles (e.g., cloud platforms, CI/CD, containerization) and high-performance computing (GPU) environmentsAn interest in solving scientific problems in chemistry and biology via computational and data-driven methodsHands-on mentality and comfort with getting deep into the technical details of complex problems, with a track record of driving projects to completionBenefitsCompetitive base salary, performance-based incentives or bonuses (where applicable), and equity participation.Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents with generous employer premium contributionsRetirement savings with company matchingPaid parental leaveInclusive family-building benefitsFully remoteFlexible paid time offCompany-wide seasonal breaksSupport for flexible work arrangements that enable sustainable performanceOpportunities for continuous learning and growth through on-the-job development, cross-functional collaboration, and access to internal learning and development programsCompany OverviewSandboxAQ develops AI and quantum technology solutions that enhance biopharma, cybersecurity, and materials science. It was founded in 2016, and is headquartered in Palo Alto, California, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://www.sandboxaq.com.Company H1B SponsorshipSandboxAQ has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 7 in 2025, 6 in 2024, 3 in 2023, 5 in 2022, 1 in 2021, 5 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.