Molecular Biologist / Research Scientist – Remote ($60 –$80/hr)
About the Role
A leading AI research initiative is recruiting Biology PhDs to contribute domain expertise toward a flagship project advancing large language models (LLMs). In this role, you will design, solve, and evaluate challenging, real-world biology problems that improve the scientific accuracy and reasoning capabilities of next-generation AI systems.
Key Responsibilities
• Create and assess complex biology problems across various subfields including molecular biology, genetics, ecology, and physiology.
• Evaluate AI-generated responses for conceptual accuracy, scientific rigor, and clarity.
• Provide structured written feedback on solutions, experiments, and biological reasoning.
• Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and engineers to enhance model understanding of biological systems.
• Maintain precision and academic quality across all deliverables used in AI training and evaluation.
Ideal Qualifications
• PhD in Biology or a closely related field from a top-tier university (U.S., U.K., Canada, or Europe preferred).
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical mindset and attention to scientific detail.
• Excellent proficiency in English.
• Prior experience in teaching, research, or academic publishing is a plus.
Project Details
• Start Date: Ongoing (rolling applications)
• Duration: 1–2 months minimum
• Commitment: 15–20 hours/week (with potential extension up to 40 hours/week)
• Schedule: Fully remote and asynchronous — flexible working hours
Compensation & Contract Terms
• Rate: $60–$80/hour
• Type: Independent Contractor
• Payment: Weekly via Stripe Connect
⚡ PS: Mercor team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity. ⚡
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Experience: 5 years required
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A leading AI research initiative is recruiting Biology PhDs to contribute domain expertise toward a flagship project advancing large language models (LLMs). In this role, you will design, solve, and evaluate challenging, real-world biology problems that improve the scientific accuracy and reasoning capabilities of next-generation AI systems.
Key Responsibilities
• Create and assess complex biology problems across various subfields including molecular biology, genetics, ecology, and physiology.
• Evaluate AI-generated responses for conceptual accuracy, scientific rigor, and clarity.
• Provide structured written feedback on solutions, experiments, and biological reasoning.
• Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and engineers to enhance model understanding of biological systems.
• Maintain precision and academic quality across all deliverables used in AI training and evaluation.
Ideal Qualifications
• PhD in Biology or a closely related field from a top-tier university (U.S., U.K., Canada, or Europe preferred).
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical mindset and attention to scientific detail.
• Excellent proficiency in English.
• Prior experience in teaching, research, or academic publishing is a plus.
Project Details
• Start Date: Ongoing (rolling applications)
• Duration: 1–2 months minimum
• Commitment: 15–20 hours/week (with potential extension up to 40 hours/week)
• Schedule: Fully remote and asynchronous — flexible working hours
Compensation & Contract Terms
• Rate: $60–$80/hour
• Type: Independent Contractor
• Payment: Weekly via Stripe Connect
⚡ PS: Mercor team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity. ⚡
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Experience: 5 years required
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