Biology Specialist (Masters/PhDs)
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About the Role What if your years of advanced biology training could directly shape how AI reasons through genetics, biotechnology, and bioinformatics — for researchers and scientists around the world? We're looking for Biology experts with Masters or PhD-level credentials to help build and refine cutting-edge AI models. You'll apply your deep scientific knowledge to craft, solve, and evaluate complex biology problems — ensuring AI systems think with the rigor and depth that real science demands. This is a fully remote, flexible contract role. No AI background needed — just serious expertise in biology and a commitment to scientific accuracy. - 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 real-world scientific relevance - Apply your expertise in genetics, biotechnology, bioinformatics, or related disciplines to design complex, meaningful problem statements - Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and fellow domain experts to sharpen AI model reasoning - Ensure scientific rigor, clarity, and depth 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, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, etc.) - Strong expertise in one or more of: genetics, biotechnology, or bioinformatics - Comfortable coding in Python or R for research or analytical tasks - Exceptional written communication skills with sharp attention to scientific detail - Fluent in English — naturally precise, thorough, and methodical in your thinking Nice to Have - Prior experience with data annotation, data quality evaluation, or AI training workflows - Background in research publication, peer review, or academic instruction - Familiarity with bioinformatics pipelines or computational biology tools - Experience designing or evaluating complex problem sets in an academic or professional context Why Join Us - Work on cutting-edge AI projects alongside leading research labs and AI teams - Fully remote and flexible — work when and where it suits you - Freelance autonomy with the structure of meaningful, intellectually stimulating work - Put your advanced degree to work in a high-impact, forward-looking field - Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch
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