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Researcher (Remote | $60-$120/hr)

$60 - $120 per hour

Synthires

West Virginia
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Job Description

STEM Expert (MSc./PhD) (Remote | $60–$120/hr)

Position: STEM Expert (MSc./PhD)

Type: Contractor (Part-Time, approximately 15 hours/week)

Compensation: $60–$120/hour

Location: Remote (Worldwide)

About the Opportunity

This opportunity is for STEM and scientific-domain experts to contribute to AI training through technical problem-solving, scientific reasoning, data analysis, and Python-based workflows. Candidates need deep expertise in at least one relevant scientific or quantitative field; expertise across all STEM disciplines is not required.

Key Responsibilities

  • Solve complex scientific, mathematical, and technical problems within your area of expertise.
  • Review AI-generated solutions for scientific, mathematical, and factual accuracy.
  • Identify incorrect assumptions, reasoning errors, and overlooked constraints.
  • Use Python or other programming languages for calculations, simulations, and validation.
  • Provide rigorous, technically accurate solutions and feedback.

Required Qualifications

  • Strong expertise in at least one STEM field, such as chemistry, biology, mathematics, physics, geoscience, environmental science, or robotics.
  • Practical proficiency in Python or another programming language.
  • Strong scientific, mathematical, or quantitative problem-solving skills.
  • Experience using coding agents in technical workflows.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with scientific tools such as NumPy, SciPy, pandas, SymPy, Jupyter, or relevant domain-specific libraries.
  • Relevant expertise gained through academic research, industry, teaching, engineering, or independent technical work.

Compensation

  • $60–$120/hour , with output-based payment for tasks meeting project specifications.
  • Approximately 15 hours per week with a flexible schedule.
  • Immediate availability preferred; first task expected within 24–48 hours after onboarding.

Application Process

  1. Apply for the role and complete the screening questions.
  2. Complete an AI interview of approximately 30 minutes.
  3. Complete the hiring manager review.
  4. If selected, complete onboarding and begin the first task within 24–48 hours.

Vacancy posted 18 days ago
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