General Postdoctoral Researcher (Masters/PhDs)

Alignerr; Brisbane; Remote; AUD 83,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

Alignerr is seeking a General Postdoctoral Researcher (Masters/PhDs) for an AI training program. This fully remote, flexible contract role invites experts to tackle cross-disciplinary problems that push AI reasoning and model training capabilities.

You will design and evaluate complex problems and contribute to advancing the next generation of AI systems. Ideal candidates hold a Master’s or PhD in a STEM field, have a strong research track record, and can communicate clearly while working

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in a STEM field from a top-tier university.
• Proven research track record with publications or complex projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and meticulous attention to detail.
• Able to work independently and asynchronously with no day-to-day oversight.
• Based in the US, Canada, UK, Australia or New Zealand (eligible regions).

Responsibilities

• Design and solve advanced, multi-disciplinary problems with real-world relevance across STEM and technical fields.
• Apply research expertise to construct complex problem statements that challenge and improve AI reasoning and inference.
• Evaluate AI-generated outputs for academic rigor, logical soundness, and technical accuracy.
• Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and domain experts to enhance model performance.
• Ensure clarity, depth, and intellectual integrity across deliverables.
• Work independently on task-based assignments with flexible scheduling.

Skills

Research track record

Excellent written communication

Independent work

Attention to detail

Education

Master's or PhD in STEM

Tools

Python

R

Job description

General Postdoctoral Researcher (Masters/PhDs) - AI Training

About The Role

What if your years of advanced research and deep domain expertise could directly shape how the world's most powerful AI systems think, reason, and solve problems? We're looking for postdoctoral researchers and advanced degree holders to take on one of the most intellectually stimulating contract roles available today - designing and solving complex, multi-disciplinary problems that push the boundaries of AI reasoning. Your academic rigor and research depth will directly influence the next generation of cutting-edge AI models built by leading research labs. This is a fully remote, flexible contract role. No prior AI industry experience needed - just a sharp mind, a strong research background, and the drive to do genuinely challenging work.

• Organization: Alignerr
• Type: Hourly Contract
• Location: Remote
• Commitment: 10-40 hours/week

What You'll Do

• Design, solve, and critically review advanced, multi-disciplinary problems with real-world relevance across STEM and technical fields
• Apply your research expertise to construct complex problem statements that challenge and improve AI reasoning and inference
• Evaluate AI-generated outputs for academic rigor, logical soundness, and technical accuracy
• Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and fellow domain experts to enhance model performance
• Ensure clarity, depth, and intellectual integrity across all deliverables
• Work independently on task-based assignments - fully on your own schedule

Who You Are

• Holds a Master's or PhD in a STEM or highly technical field from a top-tier university
• Has a strong track record in research, publications, or the management of complex technical projects
• Exceptionally sharp written and verbal communicator with meticulous attention to detail
• Comfortable working independently and asynchronously without day-to-day oversight
• Intellectually curious - you thrive when the problems are hard and the stakes are real
• Currently based in the U.S., Canada, U.K., Australia, or New Zealand

Nice to Have

• Prior experience in data annotation, data quality evaluation, or AI evaluation systems
• Proficiency in Python, R, or other research-oriented programming languages
• Familiarity with AI/ML workflows or model training concepts
• Cross-disciplinary research experience spanning multiple technical domains

Why Join Us

• Work on cutting-edge AI projects alongside the world's leading research labs
• Fully remote and flexible - work when and where it suits you
• Freelance autonomy with the intellectual depth of meaningful, research-grade work
• Make a direct, lasting impact on how AI reasons through the world's hardest problems
• Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch