Biology Expert

Role Description

This role involves contributing to the development and evaluation of advanced AI systems designed to replicate real-world workflows across life sciences, biomedical research, and related domains.

• Evaluate Biology outputs produced by AI systems for quality, accuracy, and alignment with scientific objectives
• Create challenging problems in Biology that stress-test AI reasoning and analysis
• Contribute to data generation and evaluation processes that inform the next generation of large language models

Qualifications

• PhD in Biology or a directly related field from a top university
• Undergraduate degree completed in the U.S., UK, Canada, or Europe preferred
• 2+ years of academic experience (research, publication, teaching) or professional experience
• High attention to detail and exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent proficiency in English

Requirements

• Start Date: August (ongoing with rolling applications)
• Duration: 1–2 months
• Commitment: 10–20 hours/week (potential to extend to 40 hours/week)
• Schedule: Fully remote and asynchronous — flexible working hours

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of $65–85 USD/hr
• Top performers receive weekly bonus incentives ranging from $20–100/hr on top of their pay rate
• Independent contractor
• Weekly payment via Stripe Connect

Application & Onboarding Process

• Upload your resume
• AI interview: A short 20–30 minute conversation about your background and a form submission, no preparation necessary!
• Work trial: A paid, 3-hour assessment evaluating your ability to interpret project guidelines and deliver biology-specific output

Company Description

Mercor is a San Francisco-based company specializing in connecting elite professionals with cutting-edge AI initiatives. Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. We help leading AI labs accelerate progress by bringing in top-tier human expertise.