Biology Expert (PhD) | $80-$90/hr Remote
Overview
This role offers a unique opportunity for doctoral-level biology experts to shape how AI systems understand and reason about the life sciences. As a contractor with micro1, you'll put your domain knowledge to work by evaluating biological data, designing realistic scientific scenarios, and providing expert feedback that directly improves model performance. No prior experience with artificial intelligence is required — your PhD-level expertise is the core qualification. It's a fully remote, flexible position with a compelling hourly rate.
What You'll Do7
- 1Assess biology-related prompts, datasets, and content with a critical eye, offering detailed feedback to refine AI training materials.
- 2Develop and review scientific questions, explanations, and scenarios that reflect authentic, complex biological challenges.
- 3Provide expert judgment to ensure the accuracy, depth, and relevance of AI-generated outputs in biological domains.
- 4Work closely with platform teams to resolve ambiguities and improve the coverage and quality of biological training data.
- 5Document methodologies, findings, and rationale to support transparency and reproducibility in project deliverables.
- 6Take part in iterative review cycles and ongoing evaluations to continuously strengthen the AI system’s grasp of biology.
- 7Share knowledge in cross-disciplinary sessions, enriching the project through collaboration with experts from other fields.
Requirements7
- 1A PhD in biology or a closely related life science field.
- 2Deep understanding of core biological principles and the ability to explain complex topics clearly to varied audiences.
- 3Excellent written and verbal communication skills for delivering precise feedback and scientific reasoning.
- 4Experience with scientific data analysis, critical evaluation of research, and synthesizing intricate subject matter.
- 5Proven ability to work independently while consistently producing high-quality outputs within project guidelines.
- 6Prior contributions to interdisciplinary scientific or technology-focused projects (exposure to AI is a plus but not required).
- 7Strong attention to detail, consistency, and a commitment to scientific rigor and accuracy.
Who Should Apply
We're looking for a researcher or academic who holds a PhD in biology and is passionate about applying their expertise to advance artificial intelligence. The ideal candidate thrives on critical analysis, can break down complex biological concepts for non-experts, and enjoys working independently on detail-oriented tasks. If you're curious about how domain knowledge can improve AI systems and want a flexible, remote contract that values your scientific depth, this role is for you.
Salary Insight
$80–$90 per hour for a remote contract position.
Required Skills
Application Tip
When applying, include a brief example of how you've explained a complex biological mechanism to a non-specialist — that ability to distill and communicate is exactly what AI training needs.
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