Part-Time AI Researcher in Chemistry - Remote

Overview

Mercor is seeking PhD holders, doctoral candidates, and exceptional Master’s graduates in chemistry and related fields to join a high-impact AI research initiative in collaboration with a leading artificial intelligence lab. This position focuses on evaluating and improving large language models (LLMs) by leveraging deep subject-matter expertise in chemistry to rigorously assess model accuracy, reasoning, and scientific depth across advanced chemical disciplines.

In Short

• Evaluate scientific accuracy of LLM-generated content in chemistry.
• Review outputs on molecular structure, kinetics, and other topics.
• Identify factual inaccuracies and reasoning gaps.
• Provide structured feedback using evaluation tools.
• Work independently as part of a distributed team.
• Part-time position, approximately 30 hours/week.
• Remote and asynchronous work environment.
• Flexible schedule.
• Contractor position with weekly payments.
• Compensation based on expertise: $20–$30/hour.

Requirements

• PhD (or PhD candidate) in Chemistry or related field.
• Strong command of graduate-level chemistry concepts.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• Proficiency in Python for scientific analysis.

Benefits

• Flexible work hours.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI projects.
• Collaboration with top professionals in AI and chemistry.
• Weekly payment schedule.