Research Biologist

Outlier; Surprise (AZ); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking advanced Biology experts to enhance AI models by teaching them to interpret complex biological problems and evaluate AI-generated content. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree or higher in Biology, with a strong preference for those holding a PhD. This role offers flexible payment rates based on expertise and performance, creating opportunities for higher-paying research projects. Join a dynamic team that collaborates with leading tech companies to advance AI capabilities in the biological sciences.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Biology or related field.
• Strong preference for candidates with peer-reviewed publications.

Responsibilities

• Teach AI to interpret and solve complex problems in Biology.
• Evaluate AI-generated content for accuracy in Biology.

Skills

Biology expertise

Research experience

English proficiency

AI model training experience

Education

Master’s degree in Biology or related field

PhD in Biology or related field

Job description

About Outlier

Outlier is the world’s leading expert platform, connecting a network of over 100,000 contributors worldwide to improve AI models by providing expert human feedback. We partner with companies including OpenAI, Meta, and Microsoft to enable advanced generative AI models to provide accurate responses and advanced reasoning capabilities.

We are looking for advanced Biology experts to:

1. Teach AI how to interpret and solve complex problems in Biology.
2. Evaluate AI-generated content for factual accuracy and relevance in Biology.
3. Develop and answer Biology-related questions to refine AI understanding.
4. Assess and rank AI responses based on scientific rigor.

Required expertise and qualifications:

• Education: Master’s degree or higher (PhD preferred) in Biology or a related field (can be currently enrolled).
• Research Experience: Strong preference for candidates with peer-reviewed publications, patents, conference presentations, research grants, or industry R&D contributions.
• English Proficiency: Ability to read and write with minimal errors.
• Bonus Skills: AI model training experience is not required but helpful.

Payment:

Currently, pay rates for core project work by Biology experts range from $30 to $50 per hour USD, but vary based on your geographic location. Opportunities for higher-paying research projects are available based on performance.

Rates vary depending on expertise, skills assessment, location, project need, and other factors. Higher rates may be offered to PhDs. For non-core work, such as during initial onboarding or overtime phases, lower rates may apply. Certain projects offer incentive payments. Please review the payment terms for each project.