About the Role
What if your deep expertise in semiconductor materials or molecular modeling could directly shape how AI reasons about the physical world? We're looking for Materials Science specialists — Masters and PhD level — to work alongside leading AI research teams, helping train and evaluate cutting-edge AI models on some of the most complex problems in modern science.
This is a fully remote, flexible contract role built for researchers and domain experts who want to do meaningful, intellectually stimulating work on their own schedule. No prior AI experience required — your scientific expertise is what matters.
- Organization: Alignerr
- Type: Hourly Contract
- Location: Remote
- Commitment: 10–40 hours/week
What You'll Do
- Develop, solve, and critically review advanced material science problems with real-world relevance
- Apply your expertise in semiconductor materials, molecular modeling, or related disciplines to design and evaluate complex problem statements
- Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and fellow domain experts to strengthen AI model reasoning
- Ensure scientific rigor, clarity, and depth across all deliverables
- Help push the frontier of what AI can understand and reason about in the physical sciences
Who You Are
- Master's or PhD in Material Science, or a closely related field
- Strong expertise in semiconductor materials, molecular modeling, or adjacent research areas
- Proficient in Python or MATLAB for research or project work
- Exceptionally clear communicator — both in writing and verbally — with strong attention to detail
- Self-directed and reliable when working independently in an asynchronous environment
- Based in the U.S., Canada, U.K., Australia, or New Zealand
Nice to Have
- Prior experience with data annotation, data quality evaluation, or AI training workflows
- Background in computational materials science, DFT, or simulation-based research
- Experience writing or reviewing technical documentation for non-specialist audiences
- Familiarity with AI tools or evaluation platforms as an end user
Why Join Us
- Work on cutting-edge AI projects alongside leading research labs and AI teams
- Fully remote and flexible — work when and where it suits you
- Freelance autonomy with the structure of meaningful, domain-specific work
- Apply your advanced scientific expertise in a completely new and impactful context
- Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch