Molecular Biology Research Scientist (Remote | $70-$105/hr) (United States)

Molecular Biology Expert – US

Position: Molecular Biology Expert

Type: W-2 Employment through Cincinnatus LLC

Compensation: $70–$105/hour

Location: Remote — United States Only

About the Opportunity

Cincinnatus LLC is recruiting molecular biology experts for a project with a leading AI lab. You’ll use hands-on expertise in DNA and RNA sequence design to develop high-quality AI training data, evaluate model outputs, and establish standards for scientific accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Create challenging molecular biology tasks and accurate, well-documented reference solutions.
• Apply expertise in primer design, plasmids, expression vectors, guide RNAs, mRNA constructs, and DNA repair templates .
• Evaluate AI-generated outputs for biological correctness, scientific rigor, and sound reasoning.
• Develop guidelines and rubrics for sequence design quality, including specificity, melting temperature, homology arms, codon optimization, and regulatory elements.
• Identify gaps in AI model reasoning and provide detailed written feedback.
• Collaborate with research teams and other subject-matter experts to maintain training data quality and consistency.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Synthetic Biology, Bioengineering , or a related life science field; a PhD is strongly preferred .
• Hands-on experience designing DNA and RNA constructs before experimentation, including several of the following:
• Primers for PCR, qPCR, and cloning.
• Plasmids and expression vectors.
• gRNA and sgRNA for CRISPR editing.
• mRNA and other RNA constructs.
• HDR and DNA repair templates.
• Experience with cloning strategies such as Gibson, Golden Gate, Gateway, or restriction cloning , and codon optimization.
• Strong peer-reviewed publication record, preferably with first-author publications in leading journals.
• Clear career progression and strong scientific writing skills.
• Availability for at least 20 hours per week on weekdays .
• Ability to explain scientific reasoning and design decisions precisely.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant life science discipline.
• Publications in journals such as Nature , Cell , eLife , Nucleic Acids Research , PNAS , or EMBO Journal .
• Previous experience in AI training, model evaluation, or data annotation.

Compensation

• $70–$105 per hour .
• Remote opportunity restricted to candidates located in the United States .
• W-2 employment through Cincinnatus LLC , which serves as the employer of record and provides payroll, benefits, and employment compliance.
• Minimum commitment of 20 hours per week on weekdays .

Application Process

1. Submit your application, academic background, and relevant research experience.
2. Include links to your peer-reviewed publications.
3. Complete any required screening or technical evaluation.
4. Upon selection, complete employment onboarding through Cincinnatus LLC before joining the client project.