Biology Expert PhD Remote Contractor for AI Training
Listing checked September 4, 2026 · pay as published by Micro1
Overview
A remote contractor role for scientists with a PhD who can review and shape biology content used to train AI systems. You’ll critique biology data, craft scenarios and explanations that reflect real-world biology, and ensure training materials are accurate and relevant. Collaboration with platform teams and ongoing evaluation help improve model performance in biology, with transparent documentation of methods and findings. No AI background required beyond domain expertise; your biology knowledge is the key asset. PhD in biology and strong scientific communication are essential. Critical evaluation and data analysis are everyday tools in this work.
What You'll Do7
- 1Critically evaluate biology data, prompts, and content used in AI development workflows and provide detailed feedback.
- 2Create and refine scientific scenarios, questions, or explanations that mirror real-world biological problems.
- 3Offer expert insights to verify accuracy, relevance, and depth of AI training datasets and model outputs in biology.
- 4Work with platform teams to resolve ambiguities and improve data quality, coverage, and representation of biological topics.
- 5Document methodologies, findings, and rationale to support transparency and reproducibility.
- 6Participate in iterative reviews and ongoing evaluation to advance the AI system’s biology capabilities.
- 7Share knowledge in sessions with interdisciplinary experts to enrich project outcomes.
Requirements7
- 1PhD in biology or a closely related life science field.
- 2Proven ability to explain complex biology topics clearly to diverse audiences.
- 3Strong written and verbal communication skills for precise feedback and reasoning.
- 4Experience in scientific data analysis, critical evaluation of research, and synthesizing complex subject matter.
- 5Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality outputs within project timelines.
- 6Prior contributions to interdisciplinary science or tech projects; AI exposure is a plus but not required.
- 7Keen attention to detail and a commitment to scientific rigor and accuracy.
Who Should Apply
The ideal candidate is a PhD-level biology expert who can critically review data, prompts, and content for AI training and explain complex concepts clearly. This role suits someone who thrives on independent work, delivers precise feedback, and can document their methods for reproducibility. It may not be a good fit for those without deep biology domain knowledge or who expect traditional lab-based duties. Common rejection reasons include insufficient AI exposure or limited experience translating biology concepts for non-specialists.
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