Chemical Engineer | $100/hr Remote

Crossing Hurdles; United States; Remote; USD 61,992 - 137,760; Part time

Job summary

A leading education firm is seeking a Chemical Engineering Tutor for a full-time remote role focused on enhancing AI systems and developing instructional materials. Ideal candidates will hold a Master’s or PhD in Chemical Engineering, possess expertise in various domains, and have strong communication skills. This position offers competitive hourly compensation ranging from $45 to $100 based on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Experienced in academic writing and research mentoring.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Proven track record in teaching or technical writing.

Responsibilities

• Translate complex chemical engineering concepts for AI.
• Enhance AI models with chemical engineering expertise.
• Develop explanations and problem sets for AI systems.
• Collaborate with technical teams to optimize workflows.

Skills

Expertise in chemical engineering domains

Excellent English communication

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Master’s degree or PhD in Chemical Engineering

Job description

This range is provided by Crossing Hurdles. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$45.00/hr - $100.00/hr

Position

Chemical Engineering Tutor (Full Time)

Type

Hourly Contract

Compensation

$45–$100/hour

Location

Remote

Commitment

20-40 hours/week

Role Responsibilities

• Scientific Annotation: Translate, annotate, and synthesize complex chemical engineering concepts into clear, structured rubrics and documentation for AI training.
• AI Model Enhancement: Apply advanced chemical engineering expertise to refine AI model reasoning, test performance, and provide targeted feedback on system outputs.
• Content Development: Write and structure detailed chemical engineering explanations, problem sets, and analytical reviews for use by next-generation AI systems.
• Collaboration: Work closely with technical teams and reviewers to improve content accuracy, optimize workflows, and align deliverables with engineering standards.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or PhD in Chemical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Expertise in chemical engineering domains (process, design, analytical, materials, thermodynamics, kinetics, or systems).
• Excellent English communication skills (written and spoken).
• Strong analytical, reasoning, and independent problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in teaching, academic writing, research mentoring, or professional documentation is valued.
• Ability to work independently in a remote, asynchronous environment and manage deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in Chemical Engineering.
• Professional experience applying chemical engineering principles to real-world problems.
• Published research in reputable scientific journals or outlets.
• Prior experience as an AI tutor, technical writer, or educator.

Application process

• Upload resume
• AI interview based on your resume (15 min)

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Education