AI Research Scientist | $120/hr Max

About the Job

Independent contractor – $120/hour, Remote, 20–40 hours/week.

Machine Learning Researcher – compile external ML competitions into tasks, validate implementations, evaluate the accuracy and depth of AI-generated content, provide structured feedback, and work independently and asynchronously.

Role Responsibilities

• Compile external ML competitions into challenging tasks that reflect real-world responsibilities.
• Validate implementations against original plans and mark discrepancies.
• Evaluate the accuracy and depth of AI-generated content to strengthen reasoning and rigor in model outputs.
• Provide clear, structured feedback to AI research teams to improve training data quality and downstream performance.
• Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while improving AI model performance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in applied machine learning or a PhD in machine learning or related fields.
• Strong understanding of ML research methodologies, experimental design, and evaluation practices.
• Excellent analytical and technical writing skills.

• Experience with reproducibility or benchmarking in ML research.
• Detail-oriented and able to deliver high-quality, structured feedback independently.

Compensation & Legal

• Hourly contractor
• Paid weekly via Stripe Connect

Application Process

• Submit your resume or CV highlighting relevant ML research or engineering experience.
• Complete a short AI-based interview and a brief questionnaire about your experience.
• Selected candidates will receive detailed onboarding materials and access to the project environment.

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Seniority Level

Not Applicable

Employment Type

Part-time

Job Function

Research

Industries

Software Development

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