Biology Researcher (Masters/PhDs)

Biology Researcher (Masters/PhDs) - AI Training
About The Role
What if your years of biology training could directly shape how AI understands genetics, biotechnology, and the life sciences — for millions of people around the world?
We're looking for biology experts with advanced degrees to tackle complex, real-world scientific problems that help train cutting-edge AI models. Your expertise won't just sit on a shelf — it will be embedded into the AI systems that researchers, students, and professionals rely on every day.
This is a fully remote, flexible contract role. No AI background needed — just deep scientific expertise and a sharp, rigorous mind.
Organization: Alignerr
Type: Hourly Contract
Location: Remote
Commitment: 10–40 hours/week
What You'll Do
Develop, solve, and critically review advanced biology problems with real-world scientific relevance
Apply your expertise in genetics, biotechnology, bioinformatics, or related disciplines to design complex, nuanced problem statements
Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and domain experts to enhance how AI models reason through biological concepts
Ensure scientific rigor, accuracy, and clarity across all deliverables
Work independently on task-based assignments — fully on your own schedule
Who You Are
Holds a Master's or PhD in Biology or a closely related field (Genetics, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, etc.)
Strong expertise in at least one of: genetics, biotechnology, or bioinformatics
Comfortable coding in Python or R for research or data analysis purposes
Exceptional written communicator — you can explain complex science with precision and clarity
Detail-oriented, rigorous, and self-motivated when working independently
Fluent in English and based in the U.S., Canada, U.K., Australia, or New Zealand
Nice to Have
Prior experience with data annotation, data quality review, or AI evaluation workflows
Background in research publication, peer review, or academic writing
Familiarity with bioinformatics pipelines, genomic datasets, or computational biology tools
Experience communicating science to non-specialist audiences
Why Join Us
Work on cutting-edge AI projects alongside the world's leading AI research labs
Fully remote and flexible — work when and where it suits you
Freelance autonomy with the structure of meaningful, task-based scientific work
Make a direct, tangible impact on how AI reasons through complex biology
Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch

Work arrangement
Yes