AI Research Specialist – Remote

KC Elite Staffing LLC

Mount Pleasant (SC)

Remote

USD 55,000 - 110,000

Part time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote
Flexible schedule
Weekly payments via Stripe or Wise

Job summary

KC Elite Staffing LLC is recruiting for a Remote AI Research Specialist (Generalist) to support an innovative AI research project. The role emphasizes independent work, rigorous online research, and clear written summaries. Compensation ranges from $40 to $80 per hour with flexible scheduling.

Ideal for experienced professionals, recent graduates, or postgraduates who enjoy researching complex topics and delivering high-quality results. Fully remote engagement with weekly payments.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 2–3 years of relevant professional experience OR pursuing a master's.
  • Strong online research, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
  • Excellent written English communication.
  • Ability to summarize complex information clearly and accurately.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
  • Must own a MacBook or Mac with an Apple M-series chip or Intel processor running macOS 15 or higher.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct online research across various academic and professional topics.
  • Develop high-quality research questions, answers, and evaluation materials to support AI model training.
  • Review and evaluate AI-generated responses for accuracy, clarity, and relevance.
  • Gather, analyze, and summarize information from multiple sources.
  • Provide clear, well-organized written explanations and research findings.
  • Complete assigned tasks independently while meeting quality standards and deadlines.

Skills

Online research
Critical thinking
Analytical skills
Written English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree with 2–3 years experience OR pursuing master's

Tools

macOS 15+

Job description

Job Overview

KC Elite Staffing is recruiting on behalf of our client for a Remote AI Research Specialist (Generalist) to support an innovative artificial intelligence research project.

Our client is seeking detail-oriented professionals with strong research, analytical, and written communication skills to help evaluate, train, and improve advanced AI systems.

This opportunity is ideal for experienced professionals, recent graduates, and postgraduate students who enjoy researching complex topics, solving problems, and working independently.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct online research across various academic and professional topics.
  • Develop high-quality research questions, answers, and evaluation materials to support AI model training.
  • Review and evaluate AI-generated responses for accuracy, clarity, and relevance.
  • Gather, analyze, and summarize information from multiple sources.
  • Provide clear, well-organized written explanations and research findings.
  • Complete assigned tasks independently while meeting quality standards and deadlines.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree with 2–3 years of relevant professional experience from a prestigious institution, OR currently pursuing or recently completing a master's degree.
  • Strong online research, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
  • Excellent written English communication skills.
  • Ability to summarize complex information clearly and accurately.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
  • Must own a MacBook or Mac with an Apple M-series chip or Intel processor running macOS 15 or higher.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in STEM, business, research, humanities, or other professional fields.
  • Interdisciplinary academic or professional experience.
  • Familiarity with AI tools, research methodologies, or data evaluation.
Compensation & Schedule
  • Advertised compensation: $40–$80 per hour, depending on qualifications and project requirements.
  • Approximately 10–20hours per week.
  • Fully remote with a flexible schedule.
  • Independent contractor engagement.
  • Weekly payments through Stripe or Wise for services rendered.
  • Project duration may vary based on business needs and performance.
Additional Information

This is a project-based independent contractor opportunity. Project assignments may be extended, shortened, or concluded early based on client needs and performance.

The hiring company is unable to support H-1B or STEM OPT candidates for this opportunity.

KC Elite Staffing is committed to connecting qualified professionals with meaningful opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to legally protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

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