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Researcher (Remote | $80-$150/hr)

$80 - $150 per hour

Synthires

STEM Expert

Position: STEM Expert

Type: Contractor

Compensation: $80–$150/hour

Location: Global, Fully Remote

About the Opportunity

We are seeking experienced STEM and Scientific Experts to support an AI training project focused on technical problem-solving, scientific reasoning, data analysis, and Python-based workflows .

You’ll solve, review, and validate challenging problems within your area of expertise, evaluate AI-generated solutions, and develop rigorous reference answers. This is a coding-heavy role , and candidates must have experience using Python and coding agents in their workflow.

Expertise in at least one STEM discipline is sufficient; candidates are not expected to cover every scientific field.

Key Responsibilities

  • Solve complex scientific, mathematical, or technical problems within your domain.
  • Review AI-generated solutions for scientific, mathematical, and factual accuracy .
  • Identify reasoning errors, incorrect assumptions, missing constraints, and technical mistakes.
  • Develop clear and reproducible reference solutions .
  • Use Python for scientific computation, data analysis, simulations, and validation.
  • Interpret equations, datasets, experimental results, technical diagrams, and scientific literature where relevant.
  • Perform sanity checks and validate analytical or numerical results.
  • Clearly explain technical reasoning, corrections, and conclusions.

Required Qualifications

  • Strong expertise in at least one relevant STEM or scientific domain, such as Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Earth/Environmental Science, or Robotics .
  • Practical proficiency with Python and coding agents.
  • Strong scientific, mathematical, or quantitative problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to evaluate assumptions, constraints, edge cases, and sources of error.
  • Experience validating, reviewing, or troubleshooting technical work.
  • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with scientific Python tools such as NumPy, SciPy, pandas, SymPy, or Jupyter .
  • Background in academic research, industry, teaching, engineering, or independent technical work .
  • Experience evaluating AI-generated technical or scientific outputs.

Compensation

  • Competitive compensation of $80–$150/hour.
  • Output-based compensation , with payment per task that meets project specifications.
  • Approximately 15 hours per week with a flexible schedule.
  • Experts can choose their working hours and days, including weekends.
  • 10 positions available.

Application Process

  1. Submit your application and complete the screening questions.
  2. Complete an approximately 30-minute AI interview.
  3. Complete the hiring manager review.
  4. Complete onboarding and begin project work if selected.

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