Biology Expert (PhD) - AI Safety

1 week, 5 days ago
Contract
Senior
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
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Construction & Engineering
11-50
Founded 2020

Description

  • Develop expert-level prompts on specialized biological and life science topics.
  • Review, evaluate, and annotate AI-generated responses for scientific accuracy, completeness, clarity, and usefulness.
  • Assess model outputs for appropriate handling of sensitive biological and biosecurity-related topics.
  • Apply structured evaluation guidelines to classify prompts, conversations, and model responses consistently.
  • Contribute scientific expertise to improve the safety, reliability, and quality of advanced AI systems.

Requirements

  • PhD completed or in progress in Biology or a closely related life science field such as molecular biology, microbiology, virology, genetics, biochemistry, bioinformatics, synthetic biology, or immunology.
  • Strong understanding of modern laboratory methodologies and computational techniques relevant to the specialization.
  • Excellent scientific reasoning, analytical thinking, and written communication skills in English.
  • Sound professional judgment regarding biosecurity, biosafety, and responsible handling of dual-use biological information.
  • Research or academic experience involving biosafety, biosecurity, pathogen biology, or gain-of-function considerations is preferred.
  • Experience reviewing, evaluating, grading, or red-teaming scientific or technical content is preferred.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to apply structured evaluation guidelines consistently.
  • Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the applicable hiring location; visa sponsorship, including H-1B and STEM OPT, is not available.

Benefits

  • Compensation of $65-$70 per hour.
  • Immediate project start.
  • Flexible part-time engagement of 15–25 hours per week, with potential to increase to 40 hours per week.
  • Fully remote work with flexible scheduling.
  • Independent contractor engagement.
  • Weekly payments through supported payment platforms.
  • Reasonable accommodations available throughout the application and engagement process upon request.

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