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 experts — Masters and PhDs — to work with leading AI research teams, helping build AI models that genuinely understand advanced scientific concepts.
This is a fully remote, flexible contract role designed for credentialed scientists who want to apply their knowledge in a high-impact, forward-looking way. No prior AI experience needed — just rigorous scientific expertise and a sharp eye for accuracy.
- 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 scientific relevance
- Apply your expertise in semiconductor materials, molecular modeling, or related domains to design complex, nuanced problem statements
- Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and domain experts to strengthen AI model reasoning in materials science
- Evaluate AI-generated scientific content for accuracy, rigor, and depth
- Ensure every deliverable meets a high standard of scientific clarity and precision
Who You Are
- Master's or PhD in Materials Science or a closely related field from a recognized university
- Strong expertise in semiconductor materials, molecular modeling, or adjacent disciplines
- Comfortable coding in Python or MATLAB for research or technical problem-solving
- Exceptional written communicator who can explain complex concepts with clarity
- Detail-oriented and rigorous — you hold yourself and your work to a high scientific standard
- 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 assessment, or AI evaluation workflows
- Background in computational materials science or materials informatics
- Familiarity with AI tools or large language model evaluation
- Experience writing or reviewing technical documentation, research papers, or grant proposals
Why Join Us
- Work on cutting-edge AI projects alongside the world's leading research labs
- Fully remote and flexible — work when and where it suits you
- Freelance autonomy with the structure of meaningful, domain-specific work
- Make a direct, tangible impact on how AI understands and reasons about materials science
- Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch