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Research Microbiologist | Upto $80 / hr Remote

Research Microbiologist | Upto $80 / hr Remote

MercorWorkFromHome, Southland, New Zealand
2 days ago
Job description

Research Microbiologist

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 .

Role Overview

  • Position : AI Model Evaluator – Contractor, Remote
  • Commitment : 10–20 hours weekly, potential to scale to 40 hours
  • Duration : Initial commitment of 1–2 months, with opportunities for extension
  • Mission : Evaluate AI models in biology to identify and mitigate potential failures in research protocols.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate the accuracy of AI-generated content in biological research protocols.
  • Identify potential failure modes in biological research and suggest mitigation strategies.
  • Collaborate with AI research teams to enhance model outputs in the field of biology.
  • Develop evaluation rubrics for assessing AI models' understanding of biological research methodologies.
  • Work independently and asynchronously to meet project deadlines and improve AI model performance.

    • Requirements / Qualifications

    Must-Have Qualifications

  • Current Ph.D. student or higher degree in Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Bioengineering, Immunology, or related field
  • 2+ years of wet lab experience
  • Extensive familiarity with research methods / protocols
  • Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

    • Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in AI model evaluation in scientific domains
  • Background in biological research methodologies

    • Engagement Details

  • Contract Type : Hourly Contractor
  • Compensation : Paid weekly via Stripe Connect
  • Schedule : Fully remote and asynchronous
  • Location : Must be based in the U.S., UK, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand

    • Application Process

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

    • Resources & Support

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    • Mercor is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.

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