Seed Science Expert

Alpheva; United States; Remote; USD 207,000 - 276,000; Part time

Job summary

Alpheva seeks a senior seed science expert for remote, project-based evaluations focused on seed genetics, germination, field performance, and seed quality. You will review model outputs, assess for unsupported input and risks, and provide reference answers and scoring criteria grounded in seed science.

Candidates must demonstrate 7+ years of substantive seed experience and senior-level judgment, with ability to justify corrections with traceable evidence.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of substantive experience in seed science or seed production.
• Senior-level judgment in seed genetics, germination, field performance, and seed quality, with substantial responsibility for reviewing or delivering this work.
• Ability to write precise reference answers, assess competing approaches, and justify corrections with traceable evidence.

Responsibilities

• Review model responses and worked examples for unsupported input recommendations, incorrect field assumptions, and production or quality risks.
• Assess whether the reasoning meets professional standards for the stated task.
• Write reference answers and scoring criteria grounded in seed genetics, germination, field performance, and seed quality.

Skills

Seed genetics

Germination

Seed quality

Field performance

Scientific review

Job description

Bring senior seeds expertise to AI evaluation projects focused on seed genetics, germination, field performance, and seed quality.

Review model responses and worked examples for unsupported input recommendations, incorrect field assumptions, and production or quality risks. Assess whether the reasoning meets professional standards for the stated task.

Write reference answers and scoring criteria grounded in seed genetics, germination, field performance, and seed quality. Explain consequential errors, evidence gaps, and the reasoning behind your corrections.

This is remote, project-based contract work. Scope, hours, and assignments depend on project matching; the listed hourly range applies to matched work.

Requirements

• 7+ years of substantive experience in seed science or seed production.
• Demonstrated senior-level judgment in seed genetics, germination, field performance, and seed quality, with substantial responsibility for reviewing or delivering this work.
• Ability to write precise reference answers, assess competing approaches, and justify corrections with traceable evidence.

Pay

$150-$200/hr

Alpheva is a new expert network (launched September 2026); payout methods are not published yet, so confirm your first payment before scaling up.