Remote AI Research Postdoc - Flexible, High-Impact Contract

Alignerr Corp.; United States; Remote; AUD 55,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Alignerr seeks a General Postdoctoral Researcher (Masters/PhDs) to design and test AI training problems, stress-test reasoning, and push model performance. This remote, hourly contract suits researchers who value flexible schedules and high-impact academic work.

You will work asynchronously with AI researchers, publish findings, and contribute to evaluation and data quality processes, using Python/R as needed. Fluency in English and a strong academic track record are essential.

Qualifications

• Holds a Master’s or PhD in a STEM or highly technical field from a top-tier university.
• Has a strong track record in research, publications, or complex technical project work.
• Thinks in systems — capable of tackling multi-disciplinary problems with precision and creativity.
• Exceptional written communicator who can translate complex ideas with clarity and depth.
• Detail-oriented and self-directed — you hold yourself to a high standard without needing hand-holding.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop advanced, multi-disciplinary problem sets that challenge and improve AI reasoning capabilities.
• Apply your domain expertise to craft complex, nuanced scenarios with real-world academic relevance.
• Review and evaluate AI-generated solutions for rigor, accuracy, and intellectual depth.
• Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and fellow domain experts to refine model performance.
• Ensure the highest standards of academic clarity and analytical precision across all deliverables.
• Work independently on task-based assignments, fully on your own schedule.

Skills

Strong research experience

Excellent written communication

Systematic thinking

Education

Masters or PhD in STEM/technical field

Tools

Python

R

Job description

Alignerr seeks a General Postdoctoral Researcher (Masters/PhDs) to design and test AI training problems, stress-test reasoning, and push model performance. This remote, hourly contract suits researchers who value flexible schedules and high-impact academic work.

You will work asynchronously with AI researchers, publish findings, and contribute to evaluation and data quality processes, using Python/R as needed. Fluency in English and a strong academic track record are essential.