Chemist, PhD

Employer description and requirements

Chemist, PhD (AI Training)

About the Role

What if your years of chemistry expertise could directly shape how AI understands one of the most complex and critical fields in science? We're looking for PhD-level chemists to evaluate, challenge, and improve AI systems — ensuring they reason about chemistry with the rigor and depth that the field demands.

This is a fully remote, flexible contract role. No AI background needed — just a deep command of chemistry and a sharp, critical mind.

• Type: Hourly Contract
• Location: Remote
• Commitment: Flexible, minimum 15 hrs/week

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What You'll Do

• Design and develop advanced chemistry questions spanning organic, inorganic, physical, analytical, and theoretical chemistry
• Review and critically evaluate AI-generated answers to research-level problems — identifying errors, gaps in reasoning, and areas for improvement
• Annotate and categorize complex chemistry content including specialized concepts, scientific diagrams, and experimental data
• Map relationships between chemical principles to help AI models grasp the true depth and structure of the field
• Curate comprehensive training datasets that reflect the full breadth and complexity of modern chemistry
• Provide detailed, constructive feedback that directly improves AI model performance

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Who You Are

• You hold a PhD in chemistry or a closely related field, with demonstrated expertise in research, teaching, or advanced problem-solving
• You have experience developing or critically reviewing sophisticated scientific or technical content — such as research publications, graduate curricula, or complex laboratory protocols
• You excel at communicating advanced chemical concepts with clarity and precision
• You enjoy translating abstract theory into practical, well-structured analysis
• You are self-motivated, detail-oriented, and thrive working independently

Nice to Have

• Experience with data labeling, RLHF, or other AI training or model evaluation workflows
• Background spanning multiple chemistry subfields
• Experience mentoring students or junior researchers in advanced chemistry topics

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Why Join Us

• Work on cutting-edge AI projects alongside leading research labs and top AI teams
• Fully remote and asynchronous — work when and where it suits you
• Freelance autonomy with the structure of meaningful, high-impact work
• Your expertise directly improves how AI understands and reasons about science
• Potential for ongoing work and expanded responsibilities as new projects launch
• High performers take the lead on new programs and mentor incoming subject matter experts