Remote Environmental AI Researcher & Sustainability Expert

Prolific; 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 to help train and evaluate AI models using real-world ecological and climate expertise. If successful, you’ll complete a 10–15 minute test to assess your skills and suitability for AI tasks.

If successful, you’ll be invited to join Prolific as a participant, where you’ll get paid to train and evaluate powerful AI models. Researchers looking for your skills typically pay up to $45–$90 per hour.

Qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD in Environmental Science, Ecology, Climate Science, Environmental Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in environmental impact assessment (EIA), climate modeling, conservation research, or ESG reporting.
• Strong knowledge of carbon accounting, biodiversity metrics, renewable energy systems, or environmental policy.
• Ability to identify errors in climate data interpretations, carbon footprint calculations, or ecological taxonomies.
• Geospatial and statistical literacy with GIS data interpretation, satellite imagery, and longitudinal datasets.
• Excellent communication to summarize complex environmental regulations and scientific findings.
• A PayPal account to receive payment from our clients.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate AI-Generated Research: review model responses to queries about climate change, ecosystem services, and resource management for scientific accuracy and nuance.
• Fact-Check Environmental Claims: validate AI-generated data regarding emissions factors, legislative requirements, and environmental protection standards.
• Assess Sustainability Logic: critique AI-proposed solutions for waste reduction, supply chain sustainability, and habitat restoration for practical and scientific feasibility.
• Annotate Geospatial & Technical Data: identify and correct errors in model-generated maps, environmental risk assessments, and species distribution models.
• Ensure Policy Alignment: verify that AI responses align with the latest international environmental standards and scientific consensus (e.g., IPCC reports).

Skills

Geospatial & Statistical Literacy

Analytical Precision

Domain Knowledge

Communication

Professional Experience

Climate/Environmental Data Interp.

Education

BS/MS/PhD in Environmental Science, Ecology, Climate Science, Environmental Engineering, or related field

Job description

Prolific is seeking Environmental Researchers and Sustainability Experts to join our Expert Network to help train and evaluate AI models using real-world ecological and climate expertise. If successful, you’ll complete a 10–15 minute test to assess your skills and suitability for AI tasks.

If successful, you’ll be invited to join Prolific as a participant, where you’ll get paid to train and evaluate powerful AI models. Researchers looking for your skills typically pay up to $45–$90 per hour.