Chemistry & Python Expert – Freelance AI Trainer

Mindrift; Alabama; On-site; USD 63,000 - 105,000; Part time

Job summary

Mindrift connects specialists with project-based AI opportunities in chemistry and related fields. You will design computational chemistry problems, write Python-based solutions, and verify results for accuracy.

Projects are time-bound and not traditional employment, with compensation per hour based on contribution and proficiency. Requirements include a Chemistry degree and strong Python skills for numerical validation; 2+ years of experience in applied, research, or teaching roles; excellent

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry or related fields.
• Python proficiency for numerical validation, with libraries such as NumPy/SciPy.
• 2+ years of professional experience: applied, research, or teaching applicable.
• Experience with numerical methods in chemistry.
• Familiarity with computational chemistry concepts and methods.
• Strong written English (C1+)

Responsibilities

• Design original computational chemistry problems simulating real workflows.
• Create Python-based problems requiring programming to solve.
• Ensure problems are computationally intensive for long runtimes.
• Develop problems requiring non-trivial reasoning in chemistry and molecular modeling.
• Base problems on real research challenges or practical applications.
• Verify solutions using Python with standard approaches; document statements and answers.

Skills

Python programming

Numerical validation

Chemistry knowledge

Documentation

English writing

Education

Bachelor's or higher in Chemistry

Tools

NumPy

SciPy

Pandas

Chemistry libraries

Job description

Mindrift connects specialists with project-based AI opportunities for leading tech companies, focused on testing, evaluating, and improving AI systems. Participation is project-based, not permanent employment.

What This Opportunity Involves

• Design original computational chemistry problems that simulate real chemistry research workflows;
• Create problems requiring Python programming to solve (using numpy, scipy, chemical libraries);
• Ensure problems are computationally intensive and cannot be solved manually within reasonable timeframes (days/weeks);
• Develop problems requiring non-trivial reasoning chains in physical chemistry, quantum chemistry, and molecular modeling;
• Base problems on real research challenges or practical applications from chemistry practice;
• Verify solutions using Python with standard computational chemistry approaches;
• Document problem statements clearly and provide verified correct answers

What We Look For

• Degree in Chemistry or related fields;
• Python proficiency for numerical validation. MATLAB, R, C, SQL, Numpy, Pandas, SciPy, domain-specific libraries, Stata or knowledge of any programming language can be equivalent;
• 2+ years of professional experience: applied, research, or teaching experience is applicable;
• Experience with numerical methods in chemistry;
• Familiarity with computational chemistry concepts and methods;
• Strong written English (C1+)

Project time expectations

For this project, tasks are estimated to require around 10-20 hours per week during active phases, based on project requirements. This is an estimate, not a guaranteed workload, and applies only while the project is active.

Compensation

On this project, contributors can earn up to $76 per hour equivalent, depending on their level and pace of contribution.

Compensation varies across projects depending on scope, complexity, and required expertise. Please note that other projects on the platform may offer different earning levels based on their requirements.