Biology Specialist (Masters/PhDs)
About the role
What if your years of advanced biology training could directly shape how AI reasons through genetics, biotechnology, and bioinformatics — for researchers and scientists around the world? We're looking for Biology experts with Masters or PhD-level credentials to help build and refine cutting-edge AI models. You'll apply your deep scientific knowledge to craft, solve, and evaluate complex biology problems — ensuring AI systems think with the rigor and depth that real science demands. This is a fully remote, flexible contract role. No AI background needed — just serious expertise in biology and a commitment to scientific accuracy.
Organization: Alignerr • Type: Hourly Contract • Location: Remote • Commitment: 10–40 hours/week
Responsibilities
- Develop, solve, and critically review advanced biology problems with real-world scientific relevance
- Apply your expertise in genetics, biotechnology, bioinformatics, or related disciplines to design complex, meaningful problem statements
- Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and fellow domain experts to sharpen AI model reasoning
- Ensure scientific rigor, clarity, and depth across all deliverables
- Work independently on task-based assignments — fully on your own schedule
Qualifications
- Master's or PhD in Biology or a closely related field (Genetics, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, etc.)
- Strong expertise in one or more of: genetics, biotechnology, or bioinformatics
- Comfortable coding in Python or R for research or analytical tasks
- Exceptional written communication skills with sharp attention to scientific detail
- Fluent in English — naturally precise, thorough, and methodical in your thinking
Benefits
- Work on cutting-edge AI projects alongside leading research labs and AI teams
- Fully remote and flexible — work when and where it suits you
- Freelance autonomy with the structure of meaningful, intellectually stimulating work
- Put your advanced degree to work in a high-impact, forward-looking field
- Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch
Schedule
Flexible commitment of 10–40 hours per week, fully remote.