AI/ML Data Scientist - myNEO Therapeutics : Job Details

Are you passionate about applying artificial intelligence to make a real-world impact on cancer research and therapy development ? At myNEO, we are looking for a data scientist with a strong AI/ML background to help drive innovation in cancer immunotherapy. You will work on state-of-the-art AI models that help identify novel tumor-specific targets using multi-omics data, contributing directly to the development of personalized and off-the-shelf treatments. If you thrive in a fast-moving, mission-driven environment where innovation meets purpose – this is your opportunity to make a difference.

myNEO is a Belgian-based biotech company headquartered in Ghent, dedicated to advancing cancer immunotherapy. We develop and continuously optimize best-in-class AI models, driven by both proprietary experiments and public data. At the core of our platform is a data-driven pipeline focused on identifying tumor-specific antigens in individual patients or patient cohorts.

Our multidisciplinary team consi sts of experts in bioinformatics, data science, tumor immunology, and therapeutic development. As a young and growing company, we empower employees with ownership from day one. We foster an open, flexible, and collaborative environment where personal growth, innovation, and impactful science go hand in hand.

As an AI/ML data scientist at myNEO, your responsibilities will include :

• Design and optimize deep learning models (e.g. CNNs, transformers) to discover novel tumor-specific targets from multi-omics data.
• Translate biological hypotheses into AI/ML tasks such as classification or ranking.
• Develop scalable, reproducable ML workflows in cloud-based environments.
• Continuously validate and improve model performance using feedback from experimental and clinical validation.
• Work cross-functionally to ensure scientific findings are interpretable and clinically relevant.
• Stay at the forefront of ML and bioinformatics research through literature review and conferences.
• Contribute to building a strong data science culture.

We are looking for a full-time data scientist with the following profile:

• PhD or equivalent experience in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Machine Learning and Modeling, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with AI/ML, preferably within life sciences.
• Strong proficiency with Python and ML frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow).
• Some experience with omics data (RNA-seq, WGS, MS) and its integration into ML workflows is preferred.
• Familiarity with cloud infrastructure (AWS preferred).
• Experience with containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes) and workflow systems (Snakemake) is a plus.
• Some knowledge of cancer biology or immunology is a plus.
• A proactive, solution-oriented mindset and ability to work independently.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.

• Competitive salary package.
• Flexible working hours and 2 days/week home office.
• Laptop, hospital insurance, meal vouchers, and bicycle allowance.
• A chance to grow with the company and take on responsibilities from day one.
• Regular collaboration with leading academics, clinicians, and industry professionals.

Does this sound like the next step in your career? Send your CV and a brief motivation to hr[at]myneotx.com . If there's a match, we'll invite you for a general and technical interview, followed by a meet-and-greet with our management team.