Remote Chemistry Researcher (PhD) - 34441

Turing

Kolkata

Remote

INR 1,339,000 - 2,455,000

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

High-impact AI research projects

Possibility of contract extension

Job summary

A rapidly growing AI company seeks a Remote Chemistry Researcher (PhD) to analyze large language models. Responsibilities include creating chemistry problems and assessing AI responses for logical gaps. Applicants must possess a PhD or be pursuing one in Chemistry or a related field. The role offers remote flexibility and requires at least 20 hours of commitment per week.

Qualifications

Ph.D. or Postdoctoral in a relevant field.
Stable computer and internet access required.
Ability to provide constructive feedback.
Ability to work independently with reliable internet access.

Responsibilities

Create chemistry problems to analyze AI responses.
Test reasoning capabilities of language models.
Identify gaps in logic and understanding.
Collaborate remotely with researchers and engineers on tasks.

Skills

Strong research and analytical skills

Strong written communication

Able to provide clear feedback

Comfortable working independently

Independent worker

Stable internet access

Education

Ph.D. or Postdoctoral in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry

Job description

Overview

Remote Chemistry Researcher (PhD) - 34441

Are you passionate about solving challenging chemistry problems?

Turing is looking for PhD-level researchers in Chemistry to test the reasoning capabilities of large language models (LLMs). You’ll create Chemistry 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 chemistry 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:

A coal gasifier operating at high temperature uses a feed of steam and air to produce synthesis gas from pure carbon. Given the feed composition and operating conditions, calculate the equilibrium concentration of a specific gas in the output stream at 1000 K.
Two elementary gas-phase reactions occur in a plug flow reactor with stoichiometric feed and known operating and coolant conditions. Develop a reactor model to estimate the maximum temperature reached, assuming constant external coolant temperature.

Currently enrolled in or have completed a Ph.D. or Postdoctoral in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, 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; [expected start date is next week]
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?