Bioinformatics Researcher - Remote

Overview

At Mercor, we are partnering with top AI labs in applying AI to complex scientific challenges to build a state-of-the-art benchmark to evaluate the capabilities of the lab’s AI models in the field of bioinformatics.

In Short

• Role involves testing AI models for bioinformatics workflows.
• Requires proficiency in bioinformatics tools and scientific reasoning.
• Flexible workload of 10–20 hours weekly, potential for 40 hours.
• Fully remote and asynchronous scheduling.
• Initial commitment of 1–2 months with opportunities for extension.
• Must be a graduate student or hold a higher degree in a relevant field.
• Experience with bioinformatics command line tools is required.
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills are necessary.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Compensation is as an hourly contractor, paid weekly via Stripe Connect.

Requirements

• Graduate student (M.S. or Ph.D.) or higher degree in relevant field.
• Experience using bioinformatics command line tools.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills.

Benefits

• Legally classified as an hourly contractor.
• Weekly payments via Stripe Connect.