About the Role
What if your expertise in climate modeling, ecology, or environmental science could directly shape how AI understands our planet? We're looking for Climate Data Specialists with advanced degrees to develop and evaluate complex, real-world problems that train the next generation of AI models — making them smarter, more scientifically rigorous, and genuinely useful for tackling global environmental challenges.
This is a fully remote, flexible contract role built for environmental scientists who want to apply their deep expertise in a high-impact, forward-looking way. No prior AI experience needed — training and support will be provided.
- Organization: Alignerr
- Type: Hourly Contract
- Location: Remote
- Commitment: 10–40 hours/week
What You'll Do
- Develop, solve, and review advanced environmental science problems with real-world relevance and scientific rigor
- Apply your expertise in climate modeling, ecology, sustainability, or related disciplines to design complex, meaningful problem statements
- Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and fellow domain experts to improve AI model reasoning across environmental topics
- Evaluate the quality, accuracy, and depth of AI-generated scientific content
- Ensure clarity, precision, and scientific integrity across all deliverables
- Work independently on task-based assignments — fully on your own schedule
Who You Are
- Holds a Master's or PhD in Environmental Science, Climate Science, Ecology, or a closely related field
- Experienced coding in Python or R for research or applied projects
- Deep knowledge in climate modeling, ecology, sustainability, or environmental data analysis
- Exceptionally clear and precise written communicator with strong attention to detail
- Self-motivated and reliable when working independently
- Fluent in English
Nice to Have
- Prior experience with data annotation, data quality assessment, or AI evaluation workflows
- Background in interdisciplinary environmental research or applied science
- Familiarity with AI tools or scientific benchmarking methods
- Experience peer-reviewing scientific content or communicating complex findings to diverse audiences
Why Join Us
- Work on cutting-edge AI projects alongside the world's leading AI research labs
- Fully remote and flexible — work when and where it suits you
- Freelance autonomy with the structure of meaningful, task-based work
- Apply your advanced scientific expertise to problems that genuinely matter — for AI and for the planet
- Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch