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Scientific Content Evaluator – Chemistry

Posted: 4 days ago

Job Description

This role is for one of our clientsWe may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.We are inviting passionate scientists with advanced expertise in chemistry and related disciplines to contribute to a pioneering AI research program in partnership with a global artificial intelligence lab. As a Scientific Content Evaluator – Chemistry, you will leverage your academic and analytical background to assess, refine, and validate AI-generated scientific content, ensuring that it meets the highest standards of accuracy and rigor.This role is ideal for PhD scholars, postdoctoral researchers, and accomplished master’s graduates who wish to apply their subject-matter expertise in a cutting-edge intersection of chemistry and artificial intelligence.Key Focus AreasWe are looking for specialists in one or more of the following domains:Fundamental Chemistry: General, Inorganic, Organic, and Physical ChemistryApplied & Analytical Sciences: Analytical, Electrochemistry, Radiochemistry, Polymer ChemistryLife & Health Sciences: Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Medicinal ChemistryEngineering & Process Systems: Chemical Engineering, Thermodynamics, Fluid Flow, Heat & Mass Transfer, Separation Processes, and Reaction EngineeringCore ResponsibilitiesReview and evaluate AI-generated chemistry content for scientific correctness, clarity, and logical soundness.Identify and document factual inaccuracies, conceptual gaps, and methodological errors.Provide structured feedback to guide improvements in AI models’ scientific reasoning and contextual understanding.Collaborate with a diverse, global team of researchers while working independently in a remote, asynchronous setup.Contribute to the development of benchmarking and evaluation frameworks for AI systems in scientific domains.QualificationsPhD (or currently pursuing) or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, or a related field.Strong foundation in graduate-level chemistry principles and analytical problem-solving.Exceptional written communication and critical evaluation skills.Ability to manage independent research tasks and meet deadlines in a remote setting.Engagement DetailsType: Part-time contract (approx. 20 hours/week)Location: Fully remoteSchedule: Flexible and asynchronousCompensationHourly Rate: USD $20–$30/hour (based on domain expertise and experience)Contract Type: Independent contractorPayments: Processed weekly via Stripe ConnectKey SkillsChemistry Expertise | Data Annotation | Scientific Evaluation | Technical Writing | AI Content Assessment | Research Analysis

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