Pathogen Assays Specialist – Freelance AI Trainer

Invisible Technologies

. Converse with advanced language models on real-world laboratory scenarios and theoretical assay design questions .

Posted 11/5/2026contractRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $8 - $65 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in pathogen detection assays and molecular diagnostics, with a strong focus on assay validation and clinical microbiology. Proficient in communicating complex concepts clearly and effectively while adhering to biosafety protocols and industry standards.

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Pathogen Detection AssaysMolecular DiagnosticsPCR and qPCR TechniquesAssay ValidationClinical Microbiology

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Hard Skills

ImmunoassaysCulture-Based MethodsSensitivity and Specificity AnalysisMultiplexingAssay Troubleshooting

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationMetacognitive Thinking

Tools & Technologies

ELISALateral Flow AssaysAntigen TestingAntibody Testing

Industry Keywords

Biosafety ProtocolsAssay DevelopmentCLIA StandardsCAP StandardsISO Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Converse with advanced language models on real-world laboratory scenarios and theoretical assay design questions
Verify factual accuracy and workflow logic
Capture reproducible error traces and document failure modes
Suggest improvements to prompt engineering and evaluation metrics
Challenge models on pathogen assay and clinical microbiology topics to improve AI reasoning

Requirements

What you’ll need

Expertise in pathogen detection assays, molecular diagnostics, immunoassays, culture-based methods, biosafety protocols, assay validation, and clinical microbiology
Knowledge of PCR, qPCR, ELISA, lateral flow assays, antigen and antibody testing
Experience with sensitivity and specificity analysis, multiplexing, controls and standards, and assay troubleshooting
PhD in microbiology, molecular biology, biomedical sciences, or a closely related life-science field is described as ideal
Peer-reviewed publications are a signal of fit
Hands-on experience with pathogen assay development or diagnostics
Familiarity with CLIA, CAP, or ISO standards
Clear, metacognitive communication and ability to “show your work”
Secure computer and high-speed internet required as a contractor

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible freelance/contract work
Opportunity to shape AI systems used for scientific discovery, education, laboratory diagnostics, and infectious disease research
No company-sponsored health insurance or PTO; contractors supply a secure computer and high-speed internet