Chemistry Researcher (Masters/PhDs)
Chemistry Researcher (Masters/PhDs) - AI Training About The Role What if your expertise in organic synthesis, computational modeling, or inorganic chemistry could directly shape how AI reasons through the hardest problems in science? We're looking for chemistry experts — Masters and PhD holders — to help train and evaluate cutting-edge AI models. You'll design and solve complex, real-world chemistry problems that push AI to think more rigorously and accurately. This is a fully remote, flexible contract role where your deep scientific knowledge directly influences the next generation of AI systems.
- Organization: Alignerr
- Type: Hourly Contract
- Location: Remote
- Commitment: 10–40 hours/week
What You'll Do
- Design, solve, and critically review advanced chemistry problems with real-world scientific relevance
- Apply your expertise in organic, inorganic, physical, or computational chemistry to create rigorous, layered problem statements
- Evaluate AI-generated chemistry reasoning for scientific accuracy, depth, and clarity
- Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and fellow domain experts to improve model performance
- Ensure all deliverables meet high standards of scientific rigor and precision
Who You Are
- Holder of a Master's or PhD in Chemistry or a closely related field
- Deeply knowledgeable in at least one of: organic, inorganic, physical, or computational chemistry
- Experienced with Python or computational chemistry tools such as Gaussian or VASP
- An exceptional written communicator who can explain complex concepts with clarity
- Detail-oriented, methodical, and committed to scientific accuracy
- Fluent in English and based in the U.S., Canada, U.K., Australia, or New Zealand
Nice to Have
- Prior experience with data annotation, evaluation systems, or AI training workflows
- Background in research publishing, peer review, or academic instruction
- Familiarity with cheminformatics tools or molecular modeling software
- Experience translating advanced technical concepts for non-specialist audiences
Why Join Us
- Work on frontier AI projects alongside world-leading research labs
- Fully remote and flexible — structure your hours around your life
- Freelance autonomy with the substance of meaningful, high-impact scientific work
- Apply your chemistry expertise in a novel, intellectually stimulating context
- Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch