Remote Semiconductor & Materials Expert (Contract)

Visa Hunt; United States; Remote; USD 110,000 - 121,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercor is seeking experts in inorganic materials, semiconductors, and superconductors for a remote contract role. You will contribute domain expertise across synthesis, characterization, fabrication, and device physics to build high-quality training data and evaluate AI-generated reasoning.

A PhD or equivalent hands-on experience in materials science or related field is required. Responsibilities include designing challenging problems, reviewing model outputs, and delivering high-quality results

Qualifications

• Hands-on experimental experience in inorganic synthesis, superconducting materials, or semiconductors and advanced packaging.
• Strong materials or device characterization skills (XRD, SEM, TEM, spectroscopy, electrical/transport measurements).
• An advanced degree (PhD/MS) or equivalent hands-on experience in materials science, chemistry, physics, or related engineering.
• Clear written English and the ability to explain technical reasoning concisely.

Responsibilities

• Contribute domain expertise across synthesis, characterization, fabrication, and device physics to build high-quality training and evaluation data.
• Review and evaluate AI-generated scientific reasoning, catching errors and improving technical accuracy.
• Design and solve challenging, expert-level problems in your area of specialization.
• Rate and rank model outputs against defined scientific criteria, with clear written reasoning.
• Structure technical knowledge — experimental procedures, characterization results, process data — into well-organized, model-ready data.
• Deliver reliable, high-quality work within defined timelines.

Skills

Inorganic synthesis

Superconducting materials

Semiconductors

Advanced packaging

Materials characterization

Electrical/transport measurements

Clear written English

Education

PhD/MS in materials science, chemistry, physics or related field

Tools

XRD

SEM

TEM

Spectroscopy

Job description

Mercor is seeking experts in inorganic materials, semiconductors, and superconductors for a remote contract role. You will contribute domain expertise across synthesis, characterization, fabrication, and device physics to build high-quality training data and evaluate AI-generated reasoning.

A PhD or equivalent hands-on experience in materials science or related field is required. Responsibilities include designing challenging problems, reviewing model outputs, and delivering high-quality results