Physical Sciences Research Assistant | $30-$50/hr Remote
Overview
A remote contractor role designed for experts in the physical sciences who will contribute specialized knowledge to train next generation AI. You’ll design rigorous evaluation tasks, assemble authentic research artifacts, and craft real-world scenarios that push model reasoning and accuracy. Your domain expertise takes center stage, with no AI experience required.
What You'll Do7
- 1Create advanced evaluation activities covering experimental analysis, computational modeling, and technical reasoning for physical sciences.
- 2Curate authentic research materials such as datasets, computational results, and scientific references to support tasks.
- 3Develop scenarios that mirror real world technical complexities rather than textbook examples.
- 4Establish strict methodological frameworks and quantitative solutions for each assignment.
- 5Build comprehensive rubrics with 35+ criteria to measure rigor, numerical precision, interpretation, and protocol adherence.
- 6Document experimental procedures and reasoning in a clear, reproducible format to ensure rubric fidelity.
- 7Partner with project leads to uphold methodological integrity and benchmark relevance across tasks.
Requirements6
- 1Bachelor's or Master’s degree in physics, chemistry, materials science, or related fields.
- 2At least 2 years of hands-on research or applied technical work in a physical sciences area.
- 3Strong track record of methodological rigor and quantitative analysis in scientific settings.
- 4Ability to clearly document complex technical processes and results in professional English.
- 5Experience creating or evaluating scientific rubrics or assessments is a plus.
- 6Comfort handling large volumes of technical data and multiple document formats.
Who Should Apply
You are a detail‑driven scientist who excels at translating complex procedures into clear instructions. If you enjoy shaping how AI systems learn from real data and value rigorous standards, this contractor role will suit you well.
Salary Insight
Compensation is task based, paid per completed assignment that meets project specs; payment varies with experience and workflow, with a minimum weekly submission requirement mentioned.
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Application Tip
Highlight a concrete example where you designed a rigorous rubric or evaluation task and show how your approach improved assessment accuracy.
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