Remote AI Researcher (Masters/PhD) - Flexible

Alignerr; Auckland; On-site; NZD 83,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

Alignerr is seeking Masters and PhD researchers for remote, hourly AI training roles. You will work on cutting-edge AI models, designing multi-disciplinary problems and evaluating reasoning accuracy, depth, and rigor.

The role emphasizes independent work with flexible scheduling and strong academic discipline. Ideal candidates hold a Master’s or PhD in a STEM field, with a proven research track record and excellent English communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Master’s or PhD in a STEM field.
• Strong track record of research, publications, or complex projects.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Develop, solve, and review advanced AI problems across technical and academic domains.
• Apply research expertise to design complex problem statements that test AI reasoning.
• Evaluate AI outputs for accuracy and depth with rigorous criteria.
• Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and domain experts to improve model performance.
• Ensure academic integrity and high-quality outputs across deliverables.
• Work independently on task-based assignments with flexible scheduling.

Skills

Research excellence

Fluent English

Independent work

Strong communication

Education

Master's degree

PhD

Tools

Python

R

Job description

Alignerr is seeking Masters and PhD researchers for remote, hourly AI training roles. You will work on cutting-edge AI models, designing multi-disciplinary problems and evaluating reasoning accuracy, depth, and rigor.

The role emphasizes independent work with flexible scheduling and strong academic discipline. Ideal candidates hold a Master’s or PhD in a STEM field, with a proven research track record and excellent English communication skills.