E478 Aaron Arvey, Director of Machine Learning at Third Rock Ventures

Today's guest is Aaron Arvey, Director of Machine Learning at Third Rock Ventures. Founded in 2007, Third Rock Ventures push the boundaries of science and technology to make a difference in the lives of patients and their families. By starting with big ideas and fostering collaboration among brilliant people with expertise in science, medicine, business and strategy, Third Rock set out to do more than fund startups, they aim to build sustainable, innovative companies that can transform the lives of patients.

Aaron's role at Third Rock is to advance therapeutic and diagnostic R&D with focused hypothesis-driven machine learning. Aaron initially trained as a computer scientist and mathematician, working at the intersection of machine learning theory and algorithm implementation. However, it wasn't until he happened upon molecular biology and the cellular microcosm that he found his passion. Since then, he has been in perpetual awe of the never-ending stream of high-impact scientific opportunities in biotech.

In the episode, Aaron discusses:

The mission at Third Rock Ventures,

His role and responsibilities as the Director of ML,

Use cases of the value his team brings to their portfolio companies,

Trends that excite him in Biotechnology,

Career opportunities with Third Rock Ventures