Research Scientist – STEM (Remote | $60–$120/hr)

Synthires; United States; Remote; USD 83,000 - 165,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible schedule

Output-based pay

Job summary

Synthires is seeking a STEM Expert (MSc./PhD) for a remote, contractor position (~15 hours/week). You will tackle advanced scientific problems, review AI outputs, and provide precise feedback. Proficiency in Python and experience with coding agents are essential. The role offers a flexible schedule with hourly compensation of $60–$120.

Ideal candidates hold a MSc or PhD in a STEM field and can contribute across diverse disciplines. Global remote work is supported with immediate onboarding.

Qualifications

• This role requires deep expertise in at least one STEM field.
• Proficiency in Python or similar programming language.
• Strong mathematical or quantitative problem-solving skills.
• Experience using coding agents in technical workflows.

Responsibilities

• Solve complex scientific and technical problems within your area of expertise.
• Review AI-generated solutions for scientific accuracy and validity.
• Identify incorrect assumptions and logical gaps in reasoning.
• Use Python or other languages for calculations and simulations.
• Provide rigorous, technically accurate feedback.

Skills

STEM field expertise

Python proficiency

Analytical problem-solving

Experience with coding agents

Education

MSc/PhD in a STEM field

Tools

NumPy

SciPy

Pandas

SymPy

Jupyter

Job description

STEM Expert (MSc./PhD) (Remote | $60–$120/hr)

Position: STEM Expert (MSc./PhD)

Type: Contractor (Part-Time, approximately 15 hours/week)

Compensation: $60–$120/hour

Location: Remote (Worldwide)

About the Opportunity

This opportunity is for STEM and scientific-domain experts to contribute to AI training through technical problem-solving, scientific reasoning, data analysis, and Python-based workflows. Candidates need deep expertise in at least one relevant scientific or quantitative field; expertise across all STEM disciplines is not required.

Key Responsibilities

• Solve complex scientific, mathematical, and technical problems within your area of expertise.
• Review AI-generated solutions for scientific, mathematical, and factual accuracy.
• Identify incorrect assumptions, reasoning errors, and overlooked constraints.
• Use Python or other programming languages for calculations, simulations, and validation.
• Provide rigorous, technically accurate solutions and feedback.

Required Qualifications

• Strong expertise in at least one STEM field, such as chemistry, biology, mathematics, physics, geoscience, environmental science, or robotics.
• Practical proficiency in Python or another programming language.
• Strong scientific, mathematical, or quantitative problem-solving skills.
• Experience using coding agents in technical workflows.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with scientific tools such as NumPy, SciPy, pandas, SymPy, Jupyter, or relevant domain-specific libraries.
• Relevant expertise gained through academic research, industry, teaching, engineering, or independent technical work.

Compensation

• $60–$120/hour, with output-based payment for tasks meeting project specifications.
• Approximately 15 hours per week with a flexible schedule.
• Immediate availability preferred; first task expected within 24–48 hours after onboarding.