Material Science Specialist (Masters/PhDs)

Labelbox; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A cutting-edge AI research company is seeking a Material Science Expert for a remote hourly contract position. The role involves solving advanced material science problems and collaborating with AI researchers. Candidates must hold a Master's or PhD in Material Science, be skilled in Python or MATLAB, and possess strong communication skills. Compensation ranges from $75 to $90 per hour, with a commitment of 10 to 40 hours per week. Applications are reviewed daily, and a short interview process is involved.

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in Material Science from a top U.S. university (or equivalent).
• Experience coding in Python or MATLAB for research or projects.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review advanced material science problems.
• Collaborate with AI researchers and domain experts.
• Ensure scientific rigor and clarity in deliverables.

Skills

Expertise in semiconductor materials

Proficiency in Python or MATLAB

Strong written and verbal communication

Education

Master’s or PhD in Material Science

Job description

Material Specialist - $90/hr Remote - Alignerr

- Location: Remote

About the job

At Alignerr, we partner with the world’s leading AI research teams and labs to build and train cutting‑edge AI models.

Organization: Alignerr Position: Material Science Expert (Masters/PhDs) Type: Hourly Contract Compensation: $75–$90 /hour Location: Remote Commitment: 10–40 hours/week

Role Responsibilities (Training support will be provided)

• Develop, solve, and review advanced material science problems with real‑world relevance.
• Apply expertise in semiconductor materials, molecular modeling, or related areas to design complex problem statements.
• Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and domain experts to enhance AI model reasoning.
• Ensure scientific rigor, clarity, and depth across all deliverables.

Requirements

• Master’s or PhD in Material Science from a top U.S. university (or equivalent).
• Experience coding in Python or MATLAB for research or projects.
• Strong expertise in semiconductor materials or molecular modeling.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Fluent in English and currently based in the U.S., Canada, New Zealand, U.K., or Australia.

Preferred

• Prior experience with data annotation, data quality, or evaluation systems.

Application Process (Takes 15-20 min)

• Submit your resume
• Complete a short screening
• Project matching and onboarding

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