Material Science Specialist (Masters/PhDs)

Material Science Specialist (AI Training)
About The Role
What if your deep expertise in materials science could directly shape how AI reasons through some of the most complex problems in modern science? We're looking for Materials Science specialists — Masters and PhD holders — to work with leading AI research teams, helping build and refine AI models that can think rigorously about semiconductor materials, molecular modeling, and beyond.
This is a fully remote, flexible contract role. No prior AI experience needed — just command of your field, a sharp analytical mind, and a passion for scientific precision.
Organization: Alignerr
Type: Hourly Contract
Location: Remote
Commitment: 10–40 hours/week
What You'll Do
Develop, solve, and critically review advanced materials science problems with real-world relevance
Apply deep expertise in semiconductor materials, molecular modeling, or related specialisms to design complex, high-quality problem sets
Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and fellow domain experts to enhance AI model reasoning and scientific accuracy
Evaluate AI-generated scientific content for rigor, clarity, and depth
Ensure all deliverables meet the highest standards of scientific quality
Work independently on task-based assignments — fully on your own schedule
Who You Are
Master's or PhD in Materials Science or a closely related discipline
Strong expertise in semiconductor materials, molecular modeling, or adjacent research areas
Comfortable coding in Python or MATLAB for research or analytical tasks
Exceptionally clear written communicator — you can explain complex science without losing precision
Detail-oriented and methodical, with a natural drive for scientific accuracy
Fluent in English
Nice to Have
Prior experience with data annotation, data quality evaluation, or AI training workflows
Background in applied research, industry R&D, or academic publication
Familiarity with AI tools or scientific evaluation platforms
Why Join Us
Work on cutting-edge AI projects alongside the world's leading research labs
Fully remote and flexible — work when and where it suits you
Freelance autonomy with the structure of meaningful, intellectually stimulating work
Make a direct, tangible impact on how AI understands and reasons about materials science
Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch

Work arrangement
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