Remote Biology Specialist (PhD) - 34442

Turing; Bengaluru; Remote; INR 1,378,000 - 2,755,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote environment

Work on cutting-edge AI projects

Potential for contract extension

Job summary

A leading AI company is seeking an entry-level analyst to fine-tune large language models using strong analytical and English comprehension skills. Ideal candidates will have a Ph.D. or be pursuing one in Biology or related fields. The role offers remote work, involvement in cutting-edge AI projects, and potential for contract extensions based on performance.

Qualifications

• Good research and analytical skills.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Creative and lateral thinking.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for remote collaboration.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Reliable desktop/laptop setup with good internet.

Responsibilities

• Design and solve complex Biology problems.
• Collaborate with LLM researchers.
• Contribute to defining new evaluation benchmarks.
• Contribute to defining new evaluation benchmarks based on Biology curricula.

Skills

Analytical skills

English comprehension

Creative thinking

Structured communication

Education

Pursuing a Ph.D./Postdoctoral degree in Biology or related field

Job description

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.

Role Overview

In this role, you will be working on projects to help fine-tune large language models (like ChatGPT) using your strong analytical and english comprehension skills.

• The ideal candidate should have a solid foundation in Biology, particularly at the level expected in PhD-level programs.
• You should be able to break down complex biological concepts into simple, clear explanations and work efficiently.
• The projects will also help you learn how to leverage AI to be a better analyst. This is your chance to future-proof your career in an AI-first world!

What does day-to-day look like

• Design and solve challenging Biology problems to probe the limitations of large language models.
• Develop high-quality, step-by-step solutions with clear and rigorous reasoning.
• Collaborate with LLM researchers to align problem types with evaluation goals, especially in areas where models typically struggle (e.g., conceptual abstraction, multi-step reasoning, and data interpretation).
• Contribute to defining new evaluation benchmarks based on Biology curricula spanning to PhD-level topics.

Requirements

• Candidates pursuing a Ph.D./Postdoctoral degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or a related field are eligible and encouraged to apply.
• Good research and analytical skills
• Ability to provide constructive feedback and detailed annotations.
• Creative and lateral thinking abilities.
• Excellent structured communication and collaboration skills in a remote setting.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently in a remote setting.
• Desktop/Laptop set up with a good internet connection.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to analyze and solve complex biological problems with a structured approach.
• Ability to explain Biology concepts clearly using simple language, visuals, and simulations when needed.

Perks of Freelancing With Turing

• Work in a fully remote environment.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI projects with leading LLM companies.
• Potential for contract extension based on performance and project needs.

Selection Process

• Shortlisted experts may be asked to complete an assessment.
• If you clear the assessment, you will be contacted for contract assignments with expected start dates, durations, and end dates.
• Some contract assignments require fixed weekly hours, averaging 20/30/40 hours per week for the duration of the contract assignment.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries
• Technology, Information and Internet