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PhD Biology Research Specialist

PhD Biology Research Specialist

MercorWorkFromHome, Otago, New Zealand
1 day ago
Job description

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.

Position

Biology PhD (Contract, Remote)

Compensation

$90–$110 per hour.

Commitment

10–20 hours per week.

Start Date

November; applications reviewed on a rolling basis.

Role Responsibilities

  • Collaborate asynchronously with a team of highly qualified experts in Biology.
  • Craft, solve, and review challenging problems with real-world applicability.
  • Review and curate data on various projects with AI labs.
  • Work independently to support researchers with additional tasks.
  • Ensure high-quality outputs through detailed evaluation and feedback.

Qualifications

  • Master’s or PhD in Biology from a top US university.
  • Outstanding set of publications or professional experience.
  • High attention to detail.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent proficiency in English.
  • Based in the U.S., Canada, New Zealand, UK, or Australia.

    • Interview Process

  • Complete a short interview to assess domain expertise.
  • Complete a short interview with a Mercor team member.

    • Compensation & Legal

  • Legally classified as an hourly contractor for Mercor.
  • Paid out at the end of each week via Stripe Connect.

    • Application Process (20–30 minutes)

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  • AI interview based on your resume.
  • Submit form.

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