PhD Chemist for AI Safety & Content Evaluation (Part-Time)

Obsidian; New York (NY); Remote; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Obsidian is seeking PhD-level chemists to enhance the safety of advanced AI models. The role involves writing expert prompts and evaluating model responses on chemistry topics. Training will be provided for those without AI/ML experience.

Ideal candidates will hold a PhD in chemistry or a closely related field, possess strong scientific reasoning, and have sound judgments regarding chemical safety. The position offers a flexible part-time commitment of 15–25 hours per week, with potential for up to 40 hours.

Qualifications

• Deep familiarity with modern laboratory and computational techniques in your subfield.
• Strong scientific reasoning and writing skills.
• Sound judgment around chemical safety.

Responsibilities

• Write expert‑level prompts across specialized chemistry topics.
• Evaluate and annotate model responses for scientific accuracy.
• Apply structured guidelines to classify prompts and conversations.

Skills

Expert-level prompts across specialized chemistry topics

Scientific reasoning and writing in English

Judgment around chemical safety

Education

PhD in Chemistry or closely related field

Job description

Obsidian is seeking PhD-level chemists to enhance the safety of advanced AI models. The role involves writing expert prompts and evaluating model responses on chemistry topics. Training will be provided for those without AI/ML experience.

Ideal candidates will hold a PhD in chemistry or a closely related field, possess strong scientific reasoning, and have sound judgments regarding chemical safety. The position offers a flexible part-time commitment of 15–25 hours per week, with potential for up to 40 hours.