Computational Biology Expert (PhD) | $40-$60/hr Remote
Overview
A remote contractor role that centers on shaping how AI learns from real-world biology data. You bring deep computational biology expertise to evaluate and improve AI outputs across genomics, transcriptomics, and systems biology, ensuring models reason and perform with high-quality input. You’ll bridge biology insight with ML evaluation to inform model development and workflows.
What You'll Do7
- 1Assess AI-generated results in genomics, transcriptomics, and systems biology to gauge accuracy and relevance
- 2Annotate and benchmark AI systems using real-world computational biology scenarios
- 3Critically review scientific pipelines and workflows to spot strengths and opportunities for refinement
- 4Provide actionable feedback on model performance to interdisciplinary teams based on biological context
- 5Document findings clearly, outlining rationale and recommended next steps
- 6Communicate complex ideas to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- 7Keep up to date with trends in computational biology, bioinformatics, and biology-focused ML
Requirements7
- 1PhD in Biology, Bioinformatics, or a closely related field, or equivalent hands-on experience
- 2Strong background in data-driven biology research and computational analysis workflows
- 3Proficiency with scripting languages such as Python and Bash, plus experience with tools like STAR, Salmon, or GATK
- 4Solid understanding of genomics or systems biology concepts and related analytical methods
- 5Excellent scientific reasoning, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities
- 6Clear written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate with diverse teams
- 7Experience working remotely with distributed teams
Who Should Apply
Ideal candidates are researchers or practitioners who can translate biological insights into AI evaluation criteria. You should enjoy cross-disciplinary collaboration, have a knack for identifying where models excel or fall short, and bring hands-on experience with computational biology pipelines in a remote setting.
Salary Insight
Compensation range is $40-$60/hr for this contractor position.
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Application Tip
Prepare a concise portfolio excerpt showing a concrete example where you evaluated an AI output on a biology task and proposed a concrete improvement, including metrics and a brief impact statement.
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