Genomics and Cell Biology Specialist

Mercor

. Guide research and engineering teams to close knowledge gaps and improve AI model performance in molecular cloning, primer and CRISPR design, functional genomics, sequence analysis and cell-based assays .

Posted 10/23/2026part-timeRemote • United Kingdom, United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70 - $100 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in molecular biology and AI model evaluation, with a strong focus on designing biology tasks and providing technical feedback. Capable of collaborating with experts to ensure data quality and accuracy in training AI systems.

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PhD In Molecular BiologyPCR/qPCR ExperienceMolecular CloningCRISPR DesignFunctional Genomics

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Hard Skills

Sequence AnalysisCell-Based AssaysConstruct DesignProtocol PlanningAssay TroubleshootingBenchmark DesignGrading Rubric DevelopmentData Quality EvaluationTechnical Feedback WritingBiological Feasibility Assessment

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationCollaboration SkillsAbility To Explain Complex Decisions

Tools & Technologies

Scientific SoftwareAI Tools

Industry Keywords

Molecular BiologyGeneticsGenomicsSynthetic BiologyBiochemistryPost-PhD ExperienceIndependent Contractor

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Guide research and engineering teams to close knowledge gaps and improve AI model performance in molecular cloning, primer and CRISPR design, functional genomics, sequence analysis and cell-based assays
Design challenging, non-searchable biology tasks, benchmarks and training data
Write accurate, well-structured solutions for construct design, protocol planning and assay troubleshooting
Evaluate AI model outputs and step-by-step reasoning on biology tasks
Judge the biological feasibility of proposed protocols and computational workflows
Provide clear, written technical feedback
Develop specifications, grading rubrics and verification processes for biology data produced by external technical teams
Act as the domain authority on data quality
Collaborate with other subject matter experts to ensure consistency and accuracy in training data
Work on projects training and enhancing AI systems for leading AI labs and enterprises

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD in molecular biology, cell biology, genetics, genomics, synthetic biology, biochemistry or a closely related discipline
Recent, hands-on bench or computational experience with PCR/qPCR, molecular cloning, CRISPR, cell-based assays, sequence analysis or functional genomics
Broad experience across organisms, model systems and methods
Comfortable using scientific software and AI tools; no coding required
Ability to engage reliably for at least 20 hours per week during weekdays
Strong written communication and collaboration skills
Ability to explain complex technical decisions clearly
1 to 3 years of post-PhD experience, or experience evaluating AI models or agents, designing benchmarks, or writing grading rubrics is nice to have
Must be able to work as an independent contractor
H1-B and STEM OPT candidates are not supported

Benefits

Comp & perks

Payments are weekly on Stripe or Wise based on services rendered
Competitive pay
Opportunity to collaborate with leading researchers
Opportunity to help shape the next generation of AI systems
Flexible own schedule
Fully remote work