Environmental Research for AI Training & Sustainability

Prolific Academic Ltd; United States; Remote; USD 62,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Prolific is seeking Environmental Researchers and Sustainability Experts to join our Expert Network and help train and evaluate AI models using real‑world ecological and climate expertise. If selected, you’ll complete a short test to assess your skills and suitability for AI tasks.

Paid tasks typically require about an hour of uninterrupted work, with rates between $45 and $90 per hour. You can work from home with flexible hours, and payments are handled securely through PayPal.

Qualifications

• Education: a BS, MS, or PhD in Environmental Science, Ecology, Climate Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: experience in environmental impact assessment (EIA), climate modeling, conservation research, or ESG reporting.
• Domain knowledge: carbon accounting, biodiversity metrics, renewable energy systems, or environmental policy.
• Analytical precision: identify errors in climate data interpretations, carbon footprint calculations, or ecological taxonomies.
• Geospatial & statistical literacy: interpreting GIS data, satellite imagery, and longitudinal environmental datasets.
• Communication: synthesize complex environmental regulations or findings into clear, actionable summaries.
• PayPal account needed to receive payment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate AI-Generated Research: review model responses for climate change, ecosystem services, and resource management accuracy.
• Fact‑Check Environmental Claims: validate data on emissions factors, regulations, and environmental standards.
• Assess Sustainability Logic: critique AI proposals for waste reduction, supply chain sustainability, and habitat restoration.
• Annotate Geospatial & Technical Data: fix errors in maps, risk assessments, and species distribution models.
• Ensure Policy Alignment: verify responses align with latest international environmental standards and scientific consensus.

Skills

EIA experience

Climate modeling

Carbon accounting

Geospatial literacy

Communication skills

PayPal access

Policy knowledge

Education

BS/MS/PhD in Environmental Science or related

Tools

GIS software

Job description

Prolific is seeking Environmental Researchers and Sustainability Experts to join our Expert Network and help train and evaluate AI models using real‑world ecological and climate expertise. If selected, you’ll complete a short test to assess your skills and suitability for AI tasks.

Paid tasks typically require about an hour of uninterrupted work, with rates between $45 and $90 per hour. You can work from home with flexible hours, and payments are handled securely through PayPal.