Senior Chemist

Mercor; Lacaussade; À distance; EUR 60 000 - 80 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

A leading AI research firm is seeking a part-time Chemistry Professional to contribute to developing advanced AI systems in chemistry. The role is fully remote and flexible, requiring a PhD in Chemistry and deep expertise in the field. Candidates will work asynchronously with AI researchers and engineers, evaluating AI-generated chemistry workflows and providing feedback. This position offers a competitive hourly rate of $65 to $85 USD.

Qualifications

• Must possess a PhD in Chemistry from a top university.
• Deep subject-matter expertise across core chemistry areas is essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

Responsabilités

• Create and assess complex chemistry problems across various subdomains.
• Evaluate the scientific accuracy of AI-generated responses.
• Provide detailed feedback on chemistry problem sets.

Connaissances

PhD in Chemistry or related field

Subject-matter expertise in core areas of chemistry

Exceptional communication skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Formation

PhD in Chemistry

Undergraduate degree from U.S., UK, Canada or Europe

Description du poste

Overview

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.

Role Overview

Position: Chemistry Professional – Independent Contractor, Remote

Commitment: Part-time, ~20 hours/week (potential to extend to 40 hours/week)

Duration: 1–2 months

Contribute to developing advanced AI systems in chemistry. Evaluate and improve AI-generated chemistry workflows.

Responsibilities

• Create and assess complex problems in chemistry across subdomains like organic, inorganic, physical, analytical, and biochemistry.
• Evaluate AI-generated responses for scientific accuracy, chemical reasoning, and domain relevance.
• Provide clear written feedback on chemistry problem sets, mechanisms, and solutions.
• Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and engineers to iterate and improve model performance.
• Ensure academic rigor and scientific precision in all chemistry content used to train or evaluate AI systems.

Requirements / Qualifications

Must-Have Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry or a directly related field from a top university
• Deep subject-matter expertise across core areas of chemistry
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking

Preferred Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree completed in the U.S., UK, Canada, or Europe preferred
• Prior teaching, research, or publication experience is a plus

Engagement Details

• Competitive hourly rate: $65–$85 USD/hr
• Contract type: Independent contractor
• Schedule: Fully remote and asynchronous – flexible working hours
• Payment: Daily payment via Stripe Connect

Application Process

• Upload resume and application form
• AI interview: A short, 15-minute conversational session to understand your background, experience, and interest in the role
• Work trial: A paid, 3-hour assessment evaluating your ability to interpret project guidelines and deliver chemistry-specific output

Resources & Support

• For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome
• For any help or support, reach out to: [e-mail]

PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.

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Chemistry Specialist | Upto $85/hr Remote