Research Scientist (Remote | $60–$120/hr)

Synthires; España; Remote; EUR 74,000 - 148,000; Part time

Job summary

Synthires is seeking a STEM Expert on a part-time, remote basis to contribute to AI training through rigorous scientific problem solving and Python workflows.

Ideal candidates have MSc or PhD level expertise and can review AI outputs, run calculations, and provide precise feedback within ~15 hours per week, with immediate onboarding and task onboarding within 24–48 hours.

Qualifications

• Expertise in at least one STEM field; deep technical/quantitative capabilities.
• Proficiency in Python or another programming language.
• Strong mathematical or scientific problem solving.
• Experience using coding agents in technical workflows.

Responsibilities

• Solve advanced scientific, mathematical, or technical problems in your area of expertise.
• Review AI-generated solutions for accuracy and identify errors or assumptions.
• Use Python or other languages for calculations, simulations, and validation.
• Provide rigorous, technically accurate feedback and solutions.

Skills

STEM expertise

Python

Problem solving

Coding agents

Education

MSc./PhD

Tools

NumPy

SciPy

Pandas

SymPy

Jupyter

Job description

STEM Expert (MSc./PhD) (Remote | $60–$120/hr)

Position: STEM Expert (MSc./PhD)

Type: Contractor (Part-Time, approximately 15 hours/week)

Compensation: $60–$120/hour

Location: Remote (Worldwide)

About the Opportunity

This opportunity is for STEM and scientific-domain experts to contribute to AI training through technical problem-solving, scientific reasoning, data analysis, and Python-based workflows. Candidates need deep expertise in at least one relevant scientific or quantitative field; expertise across all STEM disciplines is not required.

Key Responsibilities

• Solve complex scientific, mathematical, and technical problems within your area of expertise.
• Review AI-generated solutions for scientific, mathematical, and factual accuracy.
• Identify incorrect assumptions, reasoning errors, and overlooked constraints.
• Use Python or other programming languages for calculations, simulations, and validation.
• Provide rigorous, technically accurate solutions and feedback.

Required Qualifications

• Strong expertise in at least one STEM field, such as chemistry, biology, mathematics, physics, geoscience, environmental science, or robotics.
• Practical proficiency in Python or another programming language.
• Strong scientific, mathematical, or quantitative problem-solving skills.
• Experience using coding agents in technical workflows.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with scientific tools such as NumPy, SciPy, pandas, SymPy, Jupyter, or relevant domain‑specific libraries.
• Relevant expertise gained through academic research, industry, teaching, engineering, or independent technical work.

Compensation

• $60–$120/hour, with output-based payment for tasks meeting project specifications.
• Approximately 15 hours per week with a flexible schedule.
• Immediate availability preferred; first task expected within 24–48 hours after onboarding.