Masters or PhD Researcher

Alignerr Corp.; Edmonton; Remote; CAD 117,000 - 234,000; Part time

Job summary

Alignerr is seeking Masters/PhD level researchers to shape AI systems through advanced training research. This fully remote, hourly contract role invites experts to design and stress-test complex problems, evaluate AI outputs, and collaborate asynchronously with leading labs around the world.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s or PhD in a STEM field, have a strong publication track record, and excel in precise, clear written communication.

Qualifications

• Masters or PhD in STEM or technical field from a top-tier university.
• Proven publications or leadership on complex technical projects.
• Excellent written communication and ability to explain ideas clearly.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop, solve, and critically review advanced, multi-disciplinary problems that challenge AI reasoning.
• Apply research expertise to design complex problem statements with real-world relevance.
• Evaluate AI-generated outputs for academic rigor, depth, and factual accuracy.
• Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and domain experts across labs.
• Ensure clarity, precision, and intellectual depth across all deliverables.
• Work independently on task-based assignments with flexible scheduling.

Skills

Strong research track record

Exceptional written communication

Self-motivated independent worker

Fluent in English

Education

Master's or PhD in STEM or technical field

Tools

Python

R

Job description

About The Role

What if the research skills you've spent years developing could directly shape the intelligence of tomorrow's most advanced AI systems? We're looking for Masters and PhD-level researchers to bring their deep domain expertise to the frontier of AI development — designing complex problems, stress-testing AI reasoning, and pushing the boundaries of what these models can do.

Masters or PhD Researcher (AI Training)

About The Role

What if the research skills you've spent years developing could directly shape the intelligence of tomorrow's most advanced AI systems? We're looking for Masters and PhD-level researchers to bring their deep domain expertise to the frontier of AI development — designing complex problems, stress-testing AI reasoning, and pushing the boundaries of what these models can do.

This is a fully remote, flexible contract role built for serious researchers. Your academic rigor and subject-matter expertise will have a direct, measurable impact on the AI systems influencing science, technology, and society at scale.

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

What You'll Do

• Develop, solve, and critically review advanced, multi-disciplinary problems that challenge and improve AI reasoning capabilities
• Apply your research expertise to design complex, nuanced problem statements with real-world relevance
• Evaluate AI-generated outputs for academic rigor, depth, logical consistency, and factual accuracy
• Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and domain experts across leading research labs
• Ensure the highest standards of clarity, precision, and intellectual depth 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
• Strong track record of research, publications, or complex technical project leadership
• Exceptional written communication skills — you can explain sophisticated ideas with precision and clarity
• Naturally rigorous and detail-oriented, with a systematic approach to problem-solving
• Self-motivated and reliable when working independently without close supervision
• Fluent in English

Nice to Have

• Prior experience with data annotation, data quality, or AI evaluation workflows
• Proficiency in Python, R, or other research-oriented programming languages
• Background spanning multiple technical disciplines or interdisciplinary research areas
• Familiarity with AI/ML concepts, benchmarking, or model evaluation

Why Join Us

• Work directly with cutting-edge AI projects alongside the world's leading research labs
• Fully remote and asynchronous — work when and where it suits you
• Freelance autonomy with the structure of meaningful, intellectually stimulating work
• Put your advanced expertise to use on problems that genuinely matter at a global scale
• Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch