PhD Bioinformatics & Genomics Research Specialist — Scientific & Engineering AI (Remote AI Evaluation Contract)

Join Jobtacular as a remote PhD Bioinformatics & Genomics Research Specialist — Scientific & Engineering AI (Remote AI Evaluation Contract) ($45 - $90/hour). We partner with leading AI research laboratories across major English-speaking markets to evaluate complex responses, design realistic domain scenarios, and calibrate next-generation foundation models using deep professional expertise in computational chemistry, molecular simulations, python, gaussian.

What You Will Do

• Provide expert-level insights on molecular simulations, electronic structure methods, and cheminformatics pipelines.
• Assess and optimize simulation parameters and scientific software configurations for accuracy and reproducibility.
• Analyze data from molecular dynamics, quantum chemistry, and drug discovery projects, providing actionable recommendations.
• Leverage domain knowledge to guide the development and validation of chemistry-related frontier AI reasoning systems and tools.
• Communicate complex scientific concepts clearly, both in writing and verbally, to technical and non-technical collaborators.
• Document findings, methodologies, and best practices to ensure knowledge transfer across the customer’s team.
• PhD in chemistry, computational chemistry, or closely related field, or equivalent industry/research experience.

Who We Are Looking For

• Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities, with the ability to clearly document and explain technical concepts.
• Track record of rigorous scientific problem-solving in complex chemistry domains.
• Practical background using AI/ML-assisted chemistry workflows or benchmarking.
• Peer-reviewed publications, patents, or contributions to open-source scientific software.
• Background in drug discovery, spectroscopy analysis, or reaction prediction/retrosynthesis.
• Compensation Band: $45 - $90/hour
• Work Location: Remote (100% Remote / Asynchronous Flexibility)

Compensation & Remote Structure

• Compensation Rate: $45 - $90/hour (contract specialist remuneration)
• Work Arrangement: 100% Remote / Work From Home
• Eligible Remote Countries: United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, and South Africa
• Core Competencies: computational chemistry, molecular simulations, python, gaussian, gromacs, lammps, amber, orca, psi4, nwchem
• Hiring Agency: Jobtacular

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