A leading AI talent firm is seeking a Chemistry Professional to contribute to AI systems development in chemistry. The role is part-time and fully remote, requiring a PhD in Chemistry and strong analytical skills. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication abilities and expertise across core chemistry areas. Competitive hourly rates from $65 to $85 USD are offered for this independent contractor position.
Qualifikationen
PhD in Chemistry from a top university is essential.
Deep subject-matter expertise in chemistry is required.
Strong attention to detail crucial for this role.
Aufgaben
Assess complex chemistry problems across various subdomains.
Evaluate scientific accuracy of AI-generated chemistry responses.
Collaborate with AI researchers to enhance model performance.
Kenntnisse
Expertise in core areas of chemistry
Exceptional written communication
Analytical thinking
Ausbildung
PhD in Chemistry or related field
Undergraduate degree in a preferred country
Jobbeschreibung
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: support@mercor.com
PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.
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