Biology Researcher (Masters/PhDs)
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About the Role What if your years of graduate-level biology training could directly shape how AI understands life sciences — from gene editing to bioinformatics to breakthrough biotech? We're looking for expert biologists to tackle advanced, real-world problems that help the world's leading AI systems reason more accurately across the life sciences. This is a fully remote, flexible contract role built for working scientists and researchers. No AI background needed — just deep domain expertise and the ability to think rigorously. - Organization: Alignerr - Type: Hourly Contract - Location: Remote - Commitment: 10–40 hours/week What You'll Do - Develop, solve, and critically review advanced biology problems with genuine scientific depth and real-world relevance - Apply your expertise in genetics, biotechnology, bioinformatics, or related fields to design complex, high-quality problem statements - Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and fellow domain experts to strengthen AI model reasoning in the life sciences - Ensure scientific rigor, precision, and clarity across all deliverables - Work independently on task-based assignments — fully on your own schedule Who You Are - Master's or PhD in Biology or a closely related field (Genetics, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, etc.) - Deep expertise in at least one of: genetics, biotechnology, or bioinformatics - Comfortable coding in Python or R for research or data analysis - Exceptional written communicator — you can translate complex science into clear, precise language - Fluent in English with strong attention to scientific detail - Based in the U.S., Canada, U.K., Australia, or New Zealand Nice to Have - Prior experience with data annotation, evaluation systems, or quality review workflows - Background in research publishing, peer review, or academic instruction - Familiarity with AI tools or large language model evaluation as an end user - Experience designing problem sets, exams, or structured assessments in biology Why Join Us - Work on cutting-edge AI projects alongside world-leading research labs - Fully remote and flexible — work when and where it suits you - Freelance autonomy with the structure of meaningful, intellectually stimulating work - Put your graduate-level expertise to use in a field that's actively shaping the future of science and technology - Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch
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