AI Training Specialist (CS) — Remote & Flexible Hours

Prolific Academic Ltd; United States; Remote; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Prolific is seeking Computer Science Specialists to join our Expert Network to train and evaluate AI models. A quick 10–15 minute test determines eligibility; successful candidates are invited to join Prolific as paid participants.

Pay can be up to $60/hr depending on skills and experience. Tasks may require one hour of uninterrupted work, with many shorter. Remote work from home is supported.

Qualifications

• Educational background: at minimum, a BSc in Computer Science or closely related field.
• Technical literacy: ability to interpret research papers, understand complex algorithms, and review code logic.
• Analytical mindset: high level of cognitive competency with a sharp eye for technical hallucinations or logical flaws.
• Professional verification: a valid LinkedIn profile to verify your degree and background during the screening process.
• A PayPal account to receive payment from our clients.

Responsibilities

• AI Evaluation & Ranking: comparing multiple AI-generated responses to technical prompts and ranking them based on accuracy, logic, and safety.
• Scientific Review: reviewing CS research papers alongside AI-generated summaries and graphical abstracts to ensure scientific integrity.
• Fact-Checking: identifying inaccuracies where the AI has misinterpreted technical data, formulas, or research findings.
• RLHF (Reinforcement Learning from Human Feedback): providing the human “ground truth” to help models align with professional standards in software engineering and data science.
• Code & Logic Verification: auditing AI-generated code snippets or architectural diagrams for structural and functional correctness.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Interpret research papers

Review code logic

LinkedIn verification

PayPal registration

Education

BSc in Computer Science

Job description

Prolific is seeking Computer Science Specialists to join our Expert Network to train and evaluate AI models. A quick 10–15 minute test determines eligibility; successful candidates are invited to join Prolific as paid participants.

Pay can be up to $60/hr depending on skills and experience. Tasks may require one hour of uninterrupted work, with many shorter. Remote work from home is supported.