Postdoctoral Research Scientist - STEM (Remote | $60-$120/hr)
synthiresNew York, NY
$60-$120/hour
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synthiresNew York, NYSenior L5
$60-$120/hour
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APPLY NOW (opens in a new tab)STEM Expert (MSc./PhD) (Remote | $60-$120/hr)
Position: STEM Expert (MSc./PhD)
Type: Contractor (Part-Time, approximately 15 hours/week)
Compensation: $60-$120/hour
Location: Remote (Worldwide)
About the Opportunity:
This opportunity is for STEM and scientific-domain experts to contribute to AI training through technical problem-solving, scientific reasoning, data analysis, and Python-based workflows. Candidates need deep expertise in at least one relevant scientific or quantitative field; expertise across all STEM disciplines is not required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Solve complex scientific, mathematical, and technical problems within your area of expertise.
- Review AI-generated solutions for scientific, mathematical, and factual accuracy.
- Identify incorrect assumptions, reasoning errors, and overlooked constraints.
- Use Python or other programming languages for calculations, simulations, and validation.
- Provide rigorous, technically accurate solutions and feedback.
Required Qualifications:
- Strong expertise in at least one STEM field, such as chemistry, biology, mathematics, physics, geoscience, environmental science, or robotics.
- Practical proficiency in Python or another programming language.
- Strong scientific, mathematical, or quantitative problem-solving skills.
- Experience using coding agents in technical workflows.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with scientific tools such as NumPy, SciPy, pandas, SymPy, Jupyter, or relevant domain-specific libraries.
- Relevant expertise gained through academic research, industry, teaching, engineering, or independent technical work. Compensation* $60-$120/hour, with output-based payment for tasks meeting project specifications.
- Approximately 15 hours per week with a flexible schedule.
- Immediate availability preferred; first task expected within 24-48 hours after onboarding.
Application Process:
- Apply for the role and complete the screening questions.
- Complete an AI interview of approximately 30 minutes.
- Complete the hiring manager review.
- If selected, complete onboarding and begin the first task within 24-48 hours.
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