Research Chemist | Remote | $85/hr Contract
Research Chemist | Remote | $85/hr Contract Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. Base pay range $65.00/hr - $85.00/hr About the Job Position Chemistry Professional Type Independent contractor Compensation $65–$85/hour Location Remote Duration 1–2 months Commitment 20–40 hours/week Role Responsibilities
- Create and assess complex problems in organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, physical chemistry, analytical chemistry, and biochemistry.
- Evaluate AI-generated responses for scientific accuracy, chemical reasoning, and domain relevance.
- Provide clear written feedback on chemistry problem sets, mechanisms, and solutions.
- Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and engineers to iterate and improve model performance.
- Ensure academic rigor and scientific precision in all chemistry content used to train or evaluate AI systems.
Qualifications
Must-Have
- PhD in Chemistry or a directly related field.
- Undergraduate degree completed in the U.S., UK, Canada, or Europe.
- Deep subject-matter expertise across core areas of chemistry.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking. Preferred
- Prior teaching, research, or publication experience. Start Date
- Immediate Compensation & Legal
- Independent contractor
- Daily payment via Stripe Connect Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)
- Upload resume
- AI interview A short, 15-minute conversational session to understand your background, experience, and interest in the role
- Work trial A paid, 3-hour assessment evaluating your ability to interpret project guidelines and deliver chemistry-specific output Resources & Support
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