Biology Expert
About this role
Opportunity Overview Handshake is looking for PhD-level biologists to support AI research through flexible, part-time contract work. This is not a traditional job. You’ll draw on your research training and hands-on experience in the life sciences, such as virology, microbiology, molecular and cell biology, immunology, epidemiology, bioinformatics, biotechnology, or toxicology, to evaluate AI-generated content and provide feedback that helps AI reason like a practicing biologist. This is an ongoing, project-based opportunity you can take on alongside your research, studies, or current role. What You’ll Do - Use your domain expertise to create expert-level biology problems and scenarios grounded in real research and laboratory work - Review and evaluate AI-generated responses for scientific accuracy, rigor, and alignment with current research practice - Provide clear, structured written feedback to help improve AI model performance - Work remotely and complete tasks at your own pace, with no set schedule or minimum hour requirement Qualifications - Degree: Completed PhD, or currently enrolled as a PhD candidate in a relevant field (candidates later in their program preferred) - Subfield depth: Demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following areas: - Virology, microbiology, or immunology - Molecular biology or cell biology - Epidemiology - Bioinformatics or biotechnology - Toxicology Additional qualifications (not required, but strengthen your application) - Peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, or other research output - Experience across multiple subfields or techniques, such as sequencing, CRISPR, flow cytometry, microscopy, structural biology, or computational and statistical analysis in R or Python Required for all applicants - Must be based in the United States - Strong written communication and attention to detail - Ability to explain complex biology concepts clearly - Ability to work independently in a remote, asynchronous environment
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