Microbiologist | Remote $80/hr Max

Company IntroductionMercor 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 OverviewPosition: AI Model Evaluator – Contractor, RemoteCommitment: 10–20 hours weekly, potential to scale to 40 hoursDuration: Initial commitment of 1–2 months, with opportunities for extensionMission: Evaluate AI models in biology to identify and mitigate potential failures in research protocols.ResponsibilitiesEvaluate 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 / QualificationsMust-Have QualificationsCurrent Ph.D. student or higher degree in Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Bioengineering, Immunology, or related field2+ years of wet lab experienceExtensive familiarity with research methods/protocolsExceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skillsStrong written and verbal communication skillsPreferred QualificationsExperience in AI model evaluation in scientific domainsBackground in biological research methodologiesEngagement DetailsContract Type: Hourly ContractorCompensation: Paid weekly via Stripe ConnectSchedule: Fully remote and asynchronousLocation: Must be based in the U.S., UK, Canada, Australia, or New ZealandApplication Process (Takes 20-30 mins to complete)Upload resumeAI interview based on your resumeSubmit formResources & SupportFor details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcomeFor any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.comPS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.,