Lead AI Research Scientist

Overview

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Base pay range

$65.00/hr - $95.00/hr

Position details

• Position: Computer Science Expert
• Type: Independent contractor
• Compensation: $65–$95/hour
• Location: Remote
• Duration: 1–2 months
• Commitment: 20–40 hours/week

Role responsibilities

• Create and assess complex problems in Computer Science across subdomains like algorithms, data structures, operating systems, computer architecture, databases, programming languages, and machine learning.
• Evaluate AI-generated responses for conceptual accuracy, technical rigor, and domain relevance.
• Provide clear written feedback on computer science problem sets, code solutions, and explanations.
• Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and engineers to iterate and improve model performance.
• Ensure technical accuracy and academic precision in all computer science content used to train or evaluate AI systems.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science or a directly related field from a top university.
• 2+ years of academic experience or professional experience.
• Deep subject-matter expertise across core areas of computer science.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.

Start Date

• Immediate

Compensation & Legal

• Independent contractor
• Weekly payment via Stripe Connect

Application Process

• Upload resume and application form
• AI interview: A short, 15-minute conversational session
• Work trial: A paid, 4-hour assessment

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