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Biology Specialist (Masters/PhDs)

Alignerr · Boston, MA · 2 days ago
RemoteRemoteAnalystContract

About the role

Biology Specialists are needed to contribute to the development and evaluation of cutting-edge AI models in genetics, biotechnology, and bioinformatics. This role is fully remote and flexible, suitable for researchers, postdocs, and scientists.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, solve, and critically review advanced biology problems with real-world scientific relevance.
  • Apply expertise in genetics, biotechnology, bioinformatics, or related fields to design complex, meaningful problem statements.
  • Evaluate AI-generated biological reasoning for scientific accuracy, depth, and clarity.
  • Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and fellow domain experts to strengthen model performance.
  • Ensure rigorous scientific standards across all deliverables — from problem framing to solution review.

Requirements

  • Holds a Master's or PhD in Biology or a closely related field (Genetics, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, etc.).
  • Fluent in Python or R — comfortable using code as a tool in research or analytical work.
  • Deep subject matter expertise in at least one of: genetics, biotechnology, or bioinformatics.
  • Exceptionally clear communicator — able to translate complex science into precise, well-structured written explanations.
  • Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and dependable when working independently.
  • Fluent in English.

Qualifications

  • Nice to have:
  • Prior experience with data annotation, data labeling, or AI evaluation workflows.
  • Background in computational biology or systems biology.
  • Experience writing for scientific publications, grant applications, or technical documentation.
  • Familiarity with AI or machine learning concepts as they relate to life sciences.

Benefits

No benefits are offered for this role.

Pay

The pay rate is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

The commitment is 10–40 hours/week, fully remote.

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