Biology Research Scientist (Remote | $65 –$75/hr)

Biology Research Scientist (Remote | $65–$75/hr)

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Base pay range

$65.00/hr - $75.00/hr

About the Role

A leading AI research initiative is seeking Biology PhD experts to contribute to a groundbreaking project advancing large language model (LLM) capabilities in the life sciences.

You’ll apply your deep domain expertise to design, solve, and evaluate real-world biological problems that strengthen AI reasoning, analysis, and comprehension.

This is a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between biological research and frontier AI development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and assess complex, domain-relevant biology problems across key subfields including molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, physiology, and ecology.
• Evaluate AI-generated outputs for accuracy, rigor, and domain relevance.
• Provide structured, detailed feedback to refine model reasoning and performance.
• Collaborate asynchronously with other domain experts and AI researchers.
• Ensure scientific integrity and conceptual precision in all biology content.

Ideal Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in Biology or a closely related field from a top university.
• Based in the U.S., Canada, U.K., Australia, or New Zealand .
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and critical analytical ability.
• Experience in research, publication, or teaching is a plus.
• Start Date: Late September (applications reviewed on a rolling basis).
• Commitment: 10–20 hours/week, with the potential to increase or extend.
• Schedule: Fully remote and asynchronous.

Compensation & Contract

• Rate: $65–$75 USD/hour (based on experience).
• Payments: Weekly via Stripe Connect .

Application & Onboarding Process

• Submit your resume to begin the application process.
• Complete a short AI interview to assess domain expertise.
• Paid onboarding includes up to 1 hour of compensated training , including a few short videos and setup steps.

⚡ PS: Mercor team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity. ⚡

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Research
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