Material Science Specialist (Masters/PhDs)

Alignerr; India; On-site; INR 5,268,000 - 10,536,000; Part time

Job summary

Alignerr is seeking Masters and PhDs in Materials Science for a fully remote, flexible contract role focused on training AI systems with rigorous materials science insights.

You will tackle semiconductor materials and molecular modeling problems, collaborating asynchronously with AI researchers to ensure rigorous reasoning and high scientific quality. This is a 10–40 hour/week commitment with freelance autonomy.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Materials Science or related discipline required.
• Strong expertise in semiconductor materials or molecular modeling.
• Fluent English and excellent written communication required.
• Comfortable coding in Python or MATLAB for research tasks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review advanced materials science problems with real-world relevance.
• Apply materials expertise to design complex problem sets for AI training.
• Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers to improve model reasoning and scientific accuracy.
• Evaluate AI-generated scientific content for rigor and clarity.
• Deliver high-quality, thoroughly documented work on a flexible schedule.

Skills

Python

MATLAB

Scientific communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Master's or PhD in Materials Science or related discipline

Tools

Jupyter

Molecular modeling tools

Job description

Material Science Specialist (AI Training)

About The Role

What if your deep expertise in materials science could directly shape how AI reasons through some of the most complex problems in modern science? We're looking for Materials Science specialists — Masters and PhD holders — to work with leading AI research teams, helping build and refine AI models that can think rigorously about semiconductor materials, molecular modeling, and beyond.

This is a fully remote, flexible contract role. No prior AI experience needed — just command of your field, a sharp analytical mind, and a passion for scientific precision.

• Organization: Alignerr
• Type: Hourly Contract
• Location: Remote
• Commitment: 10–40 hours/week

What You'll Do

• Develop, solve, and critically review advanced materials science problems with real-world relevance
• Apply deep expertise in semiconductor materials, molecular modeling, or related specialisms to design complex, high-quality problem sets
• Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and fellow domain experts to enhance AI model reasoning and scientific accuracy
• Evaluate AI-generated scientific content for rigor, clarity, and depth
• Ensure all deliverables meet the highest standards of scientific quality
• Work independently on task-based assignments — fully on your own schedule

Who You Are

• Master's or PhD in Materials Science or a closely related discipline
• Strong expertise in semiconductor materials, molecular modeling, or adjacent research areas
• Comfortable coding in Python or MATLAB for research or analytical tasks
• Exceptionally clear written communicator — you can explain complex science without losing precision
• Detail-oriented and methodical, with a natural drive for scientific accuracy
• Fluent in English

Nice to Have

• Prior experience with data annotation, data quality evaluation, or AI training workflows
• Background in applied research, industry R&D, or academic publication
• Familiarity with AI tools or scientific evaluation platforms

Why Join Us

• Work on cutting-edge AI projects alongside the world's leading research labs
• Fully remote and flexible — work when and where it suits you
• Freelance autonomy with the structure of meaningful, intellectually stimulating work
• Make a direct, tangible impact on how AI understands and reasons about materials science
• Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch