Remote Biology Researcher (PhD) - 34442

Turing

Chennai

Remote

INR 19,717 - 39,434

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Work on high-impact AI research projects

Possibility of contract extension based on performance

Job summary

A leading AI company is seeking PhD-level researchers in Biology to create and evaluate complex reasoning problems for large language models. You will analyze AI responses, provide feedback, and contribute to high-impact AI research projects. This role offers flexibility in remote work and a short-term contract with a possibility for extension depending on performance.

Qualifications

Currently enrolled in or have completed a Ph.D. or Postdoctoral in Biology or related field.
Able to provide clear, constructive feedback with examples.
Strong written communication, especially in remote settings.

Responsibilities

Create Biology problems and analyze model responses.
Evaluate researchers’ claims about immune signaling.
Review proposed research strategies and suggest refinements.

Skills

Strong research and analytical skills

Clear written communication

Ability to provide constructive feedback

Education

Ph.D. or Postdoctoral in Biology or related field

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about solving challenging chemistry problems? Turing is looking for PhD-level researchers in Biology to test the reasoning capabilities of large language models (LLMs). You’ll create Biology problems, analyze model responses, and identify gaps in logic or understanding. The goal is to measure how well these models handle abstract thinking and structured problem-solving.

What does day-to-day look like?

You’ll create Biology problems, review how the AI solves them, and share insights on how well it understands complex reasoning and logical steps. You’ll take on tasks such as:

Evaluate the logic behind a researcher’s claims about immune signaling. For instance, IL-2 promotes T cell proliferation, IFN-γ activates macrophages, and IL-10 is described as pro-inflammatory. Determine which interpretations reflect accurate biological functions.
Review a student’s proposed strategy to study plant stress genes, including CRISPR knockouts, qPCR for expression analysis, and phenotypic observation under drought. Assess the reasoning behind each method and suggest refinements.

Qualifications

Currently enrolled in or have completed a Ph.D. or Postdoctoral in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or a related field.
Strong research and analytical skills
Able to provide clear, constructive feedback with examples
Strong written communication, especially in remote settings
Comfortable working independently
Stable computer and internet access

Note: This position is open only to candidates who have completed or are currently pursuing a Ph.D.; applications that do not meet this criterion will not be considered.

Time Commitment & Contract Details

Commitments Required: at least 4 hours per day and minimum 20 hours per week with 4 hours of overlap with PST. (We have 3 options of time commitment: 20 hrs/week, 30 hrs/week, or 40 hrs/week)
Engagement type: Contractor assignment/freelancer (no medical/paid leave)
Duration of contract: 1 month; next week is the expected start date
Selection Process: Task-based assessment for shortlisted candidates, followed by a contract offer with defined timelines and workload.

About Turing

Turing is one of the world’s fastest-growing AI companies, accelerating the advancement and deployment of powerful AI systems.

Turing helps customers in two ways: Working with the world’s leading AI labs to advance frontier model capabilities in thinking, reasoning, coding, agentic behavior, multimodality, multilinguality, STEM, and frontier knowledge; and leveraging that work to build real-world AI systems that solve mission-critical priorities for companies.

Why work with Turing?