STEM Fellow - Human Frontier Collective (UK)

Scale AI; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 82,975 - 103,719; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Professional development opportunities

Competitive pay

Job summary

A leading AI research organization is seeking a STEM Fellow to engage in innovative AI research. You will work collaboratively with a global network of experts and contribute to significant research publications. This remote role offers flexibility with a pay range of $80–$100/hr, depending on project involvement. Ideal candidates are PhDs or postdoctoral researchers in STEM fields with a commitment to applied AI research.

Qualifications

• PhDs, postdoctoral researchers, and professors with domain expertise in STEM fields.
• Professional mindset with passion in applied AI research.

Responsibilities

• Engage in high-impact projects with partnered AI labs.
• Collaborate with Scale’s research team on publications.
• Provide expert insights to enhance AI models.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Innovative thinking

Applied AI research

Collaboration

Education

PhD or postdoctoral research in STEM fields

Job description

STEM Fellow - Human Frontier Collective (UK)

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PLEASE NOTE: This is a fully remote contract opportunity, with an estimated duration of 6 months with the opportunity to be extended. To be eligible, you must have authorization to work in the country you reside in.

About The Program

The Human Frontier Collective (HFC) Fellowship brings together top researchers and domain experts to collaborate on high‑impact work that shapes the future of AI. As an HFC Fellow, you’ll apply your academic and professional expertise to help design, evaluate, and interpret advanced generative AI systems—while gaining exposure to cutting‑edge research and working alongside an interdisciplinary network of leading thinkers.

What You'll Do

• Collaborative Work: Get invited to engage in high‑impact projects with partnered AI labs and platforms. Design complex, domain‑specific problems and datasets to rigorously evaluate AI models, and provide expert insights that enhance their accuracy, reasoning, and overall performance.
• Join the HFC Community: Become part of a supportive, interdisciplinary network of innovators and thought leaders committed to advancing frontier AI across domains.
• Contribute to Research Publications: Collaborate with Scale’s research team to co‑author technical reports and research papers—boosting your academic visibility and professional recognition.

Who Should Apply

• Education: PhDs, postdoctoral researchers, and professors with domain expertise in STEM fields such as Computer Science, Machine Learning, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Humanities, or other related disciplines.
• Professional Mindset: Detail‑oriented, innovative thinker with a passion in applied AI research and a commitment to collaboration.

Why Join the HFC

• Professional Development: Expand your influence through research projects, advisory roles, and deepening AI expertise.
• Join a Top‑Tier Network: Collaborate with a global network of academics and experts to advance responsible AI. 80% of our members come from leading institutions.
• Flexible Schedule: Set your own schedule, with flexible 10–40 hour weeks that fit around your life and other commitments.
• Competitive Pay: $80–$100/hr, depending on the projects.

Application Process

• Apply: We review applications on a rolling basis.
• Complete a Challenge: Selected candidates will undertake a brief task designed to reflect HFC work and evaluate their domain expertise.
• Interview: Candidates will meet with the HFC team to discuss their research experience, professional background, and alignment with our mission to advance human‑centered AI.
• Join the Collective: Successful candidates will receive an invitation to join the Human Frontier Collective Fellowship.

PLEASE NOTE: Our policy requires a 90‑day waiting period before reconsidering candidates for the same role. This allows us to ensure a fair and thorough evaluation of all applicants.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability status, gender identity or Veteran status. We are also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation in the application or recruiting process due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].