Remote Masters/PhD AI Researcher — Shape Advanced Reasoning

Alignerr Corp.; Cambridge; Remote; GBP 62,000 - 124,000; Part time

Job summary

Alignerr is seeking Masters and PhD-level researchers to tackle advanced, multi-disciplinary AI training problems. This fully remote hourly contract role offers flexible hours and collaboration with leading AI labs to develop smarter, more rigorous models.

If you’ve spent years solving hard problems in STEM or technical fields, this is an opportunity to apply that expertise to groundbreaking AI research in a flexible, asynchronous environment.

Qualifications

• Holder of a Masters or PhD in a STEM or highly technical field.
• Proven track record in research, publications, or complex technical project management.
• Exceptional written communicator — you can explain difficult concepts with precision and clarity.
• Self-directed and comfortable working independently in an asynchronous environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and solve advanced, multi-disciplinary problems with real-world relevance across your domain of expertise
• Apply your research background to craft complex problem statements that challenge and sharpen AI reasoning
• Review and evaluate AI-generated outputs for academic rigor, accuracy, and depth
• Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and domain experts to improve model performance
• Ensure the highest standards of clarity, precision, and intellectual integrity across all deliverables

Education

Master's or PhD in STEM or highly technical field

Tools

Python

R

AI model training

Job description

Alignerr is seeking Masters and PhD-level researchers to tackle advanced, multi-disciplinary AI training problems. This fully remote hourly contract role offers flexible hours and collaboration with leading AI labs to develop smarter, more rigorous models.

If you’ve spent years solving hard problems in STEM or technical fields, this is an opportunity to apply that expertise to groundbreaking AI research in a flexible, asynchronous environment.