The Story of Minicule™
In the early days of genetic research, scientists focused on the big discoveries—genes, proteins, and clear biomarkers of disease. These were the pillars of modern biology. But as research advanced and datasets grew, a new challenge emerged: the complexity of life wasn't fully explained by these well-known structures.
Within the vast landscape of omics data—genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics—and clinical records, scientists began noticing patterns that didn't fit existing models. Subtle, ultra-small interactions. Not quite a gene mutation. Not exactly a molecular pathway. Yet, these micro-events correlated with shifts in cellular behavior, disease progression, and even unexpected recoveries.
These weren't anomalies. They were signals hidden in the biological noise.
A team of computational biologists coined the term "Minicule" to describe these phenomena—the smallest detectable units of biological influence. Minicules represent clusters of micro-interactions, such as transient RNA expressions, rare epigenetic modifications, or fleeting protein conformations that traditional methods overlook.
While science doesn't yet fully understand every mechanism behind Minicules, what's clear is their impact: they act as triggers, modulators, or early indicators of larger biological outcomes.
Today
Today, Minicule™ is the research platform built to detect, map, and interpret these critical micro-patterns. By harnessing AI, advanced bioinformatics, and multi-omics integration, we give researchers the ability to:
- Identify hidden disease pathways
- Discover novel therapeutic targets
- Predict patient-specific responses
Minicule is owned and operated by Bowhead Health Inc
After successfully developing an AI platform at Bowhead Health to research Epstein Barr viruses - we decided to make this tool - minicule - accessible to researchers around the world.
Because in modern biology, progress lies not just in what we can see—but in what we can finally detect.
Minicules:Where the smallest insights lead to the biggest breakthroughs.
Minicule is owned and operated by Bowhead Health Inc. After successfully developing an AI platform at Bowhead Health to research Epstein Barr viruses - we decided to make this tool - minicule - accessible to researchers around the world.
Minicule Team
Dr. Francisco Diaz-Mitoma, MD & PhD
Chief Research Scientist
A virologist and researcher awarded the Young Investigator's Award by The American Society of Microbiology in 1987. Graduated from University of Alberta and University of Guadalajara.
Bernard Asare
Chief Technology Officer
A data scientist with a Masters in Computer Science and a passion for healthcare and cyber security. Previously worked in Ghana's public healthcare sector. Graduated from Ottawa University.
Francisco Diaz-Mitoma Jr
Chief Executive Officer
A serial entrepreneur who founded Titan Gaming, former Chief Software Architect at Xfire and co-founder and CEO of Bowhead Health.
Jasminka Bozic
Head of Manufacturing
An expert in pharmaceutical manufacturing operations, ensuring quality and efficiency in drug production to meet industry standards.
Join Our Team
We're growing rapidly and looking for exceptional talent to help us revolutionize life science research through artificial intelligence.
Senior ML Research Scientist
AI Research · Ottawa / Remote
Lead the development of novel machine learning models for genomic data analysis. You'll work on cutting-edge algorithms to identify patterns in complex biological datasets and contribute to our core AI platform.
Requirements:
- Ph.D. in Machine Learning, Computational Biology, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in deep learning and genomics
- Strong publication record in top-tier conferences/journals
- Experience with PyTorch or TensorFlow
Bioinformatics Software Engineer
Engineering · Ottawa / Remote
Build scalable systems for processing and analyzing large-scale genomic data. You'll work on our distributed computing infrastructure and develop APIs for our AI-powered analysis tools.
Requirements:
- M.S. or Ph.D. in Bioinformatics or Computer Science
- 4+ years of software development experience
- Expertise in Python and distributed systems
- Experience with genomic data formats and analysis pipelines
Senior Full Stack Developer
Engineering · Ottawa / Remote
Develop and maintain our web-based platform for life science researchers. You'll work on features that help scientists visualize and interact with complex biological data.
Requirements:
- 5+ years of full-stack development experience
- Expertise in React, TypeScript, and Node.js
- Experience with data visualization libraries
- Knowledge of REST APIs and GraphQL
UX/UI Designer - Scientific Software
Design · Ottawa / Remote
Design intuitive interfaces for complex scientific workflows. You'll work closely with researchers to create user experiences that make powerful analysis tools accessible.
Requirements:
- 4+ years of UX/UI design experience
- Portfolio demonstrating scientific or technical interfaces
- Experience with Figma and modern design tools
- Understanding of data visualization principles
Product Manager - Life Sciences
Product · Ottawa / Remote
Lead the development of new features for our AI platform. You'll work with researchers, engineers, and stakeholders to define product strategy and roadmap.
Requirements:
- 5+ years of product management experience
- Background in life sciences or bioinformatics
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience with agile methodologies
Computational Biologist
Research · Ottawa / Remote
Apply machine learning techniques to solve complex biological problems. You'll work on developing new algorithms for analyzing genomic data and validating AI predictions.
Requirements:
- Ph.D. in Computational Biology or related field
- 3+ years of experience in genomics research
- Programming experience in Python or R
- Publication record in computational biology
DevOps Engineer
Infrastructure · Ottawa / Remote
Build and maintain our cloud infrastructure for processing large-scale genomic data. You'll work on automation, monitoring, and scaling our distributed systems.
Requirements:
- 4+ years of DevOps experience
- Expertise in AWS or GCP
- Experience with Kubernetes and Docker
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines
Technical Account Manager
Customer Success · Ottawa / Remote
Help research institutions and biotech companies succeed with our platform. You'll provide technical guidance and ensure customer satisfaction.
Requirements:
- 3+ years of technical account management experience
- Background in life sciences or bioinformatics
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Experience with CRM systems