Life Science Specialist - Fully Remote | Upto $70/hr Part-time

About the job 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 . Position: Biology Expert (PhD) — AI Safety Type: Contract Compensation: $65–$70/hour Location: Remote Commitment: 15–25 hours/week, with flexibility up to 40 hours/week Role Responsibilities • Write expert-level prompts across specialized life-science topics to enhance model understanding. • Evaluate and annotate model responses for scientific accuracy and appropriate handling of sensitive content. • Apply structured guidelines to classify prompts and conversations effectively. • Strengthen AI models' handling of life-science topics by applying scientific expertise. • Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while improving model safety. Qualifications Must-Have • PhD in biology or a closely related life-science field (ongoing or completed). • Deep familiarity with modern laboratory and computational techniques. • Strong scientific reasoning and writing in English . • Sound judgment around biosecurity and responsible handling of dual-use information. Preferred • Research or coursework on biosafety/biosecurity, pathogen biology, or gain-of-function considerations. • Experience reviewing, grading, or red-teaming technical content. Start Date • Immediate Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete) • Upload resume • AI interview based on your resume • Submit form Resources & Support • For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: • For any help or support, reach out to: PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity. Originally posted on Himalayas