Overview
Chemist role at Mercor. Independent contractor, remote.
Base pay range
$65.00/hr - $85.00/hr
Company Introduction
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.
Role Overview
- Position: Chemistry Professional – Independent Contractor, Remote
- Commitment: Part-time, ~20 hours/week (potential to extend to 40 hours/week)
- Duration: 1–2 months
- Contribute to the development and evaluation of advanced AI systems in chemistry. Collaborate with a top AI research lab to replicate real-world workflows across various chemistry subdomains.
Responsibilities
- Create and assess complex problems in chemistry across subdomains such as 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.
Requirements / Qualifications
- Must-Have Qualifications
- PhD in Chemistry or a directly related field from a top university
- Undergraduate degree from an institution in the US, UK, or Canada
- Deep subject-matter expertise across core areas of chemistry
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Solid attention to detail and analytical thinking
- Preferred Qualifications
- Prior teaching, research, or publication experience is a plus
Engagement Details
- Start Date: Immediate
- Duration: 1–2 months
- Commitment: Part-time, ~20 hours/week (potential to extend to 40 hours/week)
- Schedule: Fully remote and asynchronous – flexible working hours
- Compensation: $65–$85 USD/hr, competitive hourly rate based on experience
- Contract Type: Independent contractor
- Payment: Daily payment via Stripe Connect
Application Process
- Upload resume and application form
- 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
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