Natural Resource Conservation Scientist

About the Role

AI is rapidly expanding into environmental science — and it needs experts like you to get it right. We're looking for experienced natural resource conservation scientists to help evaluate and improve AI systems trained on conservation science, land management, and environmental decision-making.

Your real-world expertise will directly shape how AI understands ecosystems, interprets land use data, and recommends conservation strategies — making a meaningful impact on how this technology serves the planet.

Organization

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Type

Hourly / Task-based Contract

Location

Remote

Commitment

10–40 hours/week

What You'll Do

• Review conservation science questions and scenarios used in AI training datasets
• Evaluate the scientific accuracy of AI-generated content covering land use, ecosystems, soil, water, and biodiversity
• Assess whether AI recommendations reflect real-world conservation practices and sound scientific reasoning
• Identify gaps, errors, or misleading outputs and provide structured, detailed feedback
• Work independently and asynchronously on your own schedule

Who You Are

• 3+ years of professional experience in natural resource conservation or environmental science
• Strong working knowledge of ecosystems, land management principles, and conservation frameworks
• Able to critically evaluate scientific reasoning and applied recommendations
• Comfortable reviewing structured written content and providing clear, detailed feedback
• Self-motivated and reliable when working independently on task-based projects

Nice to Have

• Master's degree or PhD in Natural Resources, Environmental Science, or a related field
• Hands-on fieldwork or applied conservation experience
• Familiarity with AI systems or content evaluation workflows

Why Join Us

• Work on cutting-edge AI projects that intersect environmental science and emerging technology
• Fully remote and flexible — work on your own schedule, from anywhere
• FFreelance perks: autonomy, variety, and collaboration with a global network of experts
• Contribute to work that helps AI handle environmental topics more accurately and responsibly
• Potential for ongoing work and contract extension