Biology PhD - Expert Trainer

Handshake; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 103,320 - 137,760; Full time

Job summary

Handshake is seeking Biology doctoral candidates to join an innovative AI research program. Participants will evaluate AI systems and contribute their biology expertise to enhance AI's understanding in the field. This remote role offers flexibility with approximately 10+ hours per week commitment, allowing candidates to work independently while making impactful contributions to AI development.

Qualifications

• PhD or master's candidates in Biology required for AI research collaboration.
• Experience in applying theoretical knowledge to practical AI scenarios.
• Ability to work independently and asynchronously on research projects.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate AI performance based on domain expertise in Biology.
• Collaborate remotely on specialized AI projects.
• Develop domain-specific prompts and analyze LLM responses.

Skills

AI Evaluation

Research

Biological Expertise

Problem Solving

Education

Doctoral degree in Biology

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Base pay range

$75.00/hr - $100.00/hr

Program Overview

Handshake is recruiting exceptional masters and doctoral students, candidates, and graduates in Biology to join our AI research community. This program brings subject-matter experts together to enhance the capabilities of Large Language Models (LLMs) within specialized domains and subdomains. The MOVE program runs year-round, though project availability will vary by domain.

• Put AI to the test with real-world expertise and evaluate where they excel or fail
• Get paid for your expertise while contributing to AI research
• Join a community of master’s, PhDs and AI researchers from top universities
• The position is remote and asynchronous - work independently from wherever you are.
• Flexible hours and the ability to work remotely, with a commitment of approximately 10+ hours per week.
• Project work includes and is not limited to developing domain-specific prompts and evaluating LLM responses.
• Dedicate time researching topics that are interesting to you, with the assistance of AI.
• Learn new skills while contributing to the changing world of AI across various disciplines.
• Placement into a project will be dependent on project availability.

Who Should Apply

• Doctoral students and graduates (including those currently enrolled or in postdoctoral positions) in Biology
• Able to participate in primarily asynchronous work in partnership with leading AI labs.
• Believe your expertise can outmatch current AI systems in understanding and explaining key concepts in your field.

This program is open to U.S.-based master's and doctoral students, candidates, and recent graduates with valid work or training authorization (e.g., F-1/OPT, J-1, H-1B). Participants are responsible for ensuring compliance with their visa conditions and confirming eligibility with their program or visa sponsor prior to applying.

Compensation

• Compensation ranges from $75 - $100 / hr depending on the project
• The compensation reflects our commitment to ensuring your contributions are rewarded at a level commensurate with your expertise.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Research and Training

• Industries

  Software Development and Biotechnology Research

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