PhD Chemist, AI Expert

Weekday (YC W21)

. Review chemistry-related tasks and AI-generated outputs for scientific accuracy, logical consistency, and research-level rigor .

Posted 11/12/2026contractRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90 - $140 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in advanced chemistry problem development and evaluation, with a strong focus on AI-generated outputs and chemical reasoning. Possesses a PhD in Chemistry or a related field, complemented by extensive research experience and a robust publication record.

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PhD In ChemistrySenior-Level Research ExperienceDeep Specialization In Chemistry DomainsHands-On Experience With AI ToolsStrong Analytical And Critical-Thinking Abilities

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Hard Skills

Chemical EquationsReaction MechanismsStoichiometric CalculationsThermodynamic AnalysisSpectral InterpretationResearch-Level Problem DevelopmentEvaluation MethodologiesAI Model AssessmentChemical Reasoning EvaluationPublication Record

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationStructured Feedback ProvisionCollaboration With ResearchersCritical Thinking

Tools & Technologies

Large Language ModelsAI Tools

Industry Keywords

Organic ChemistryPhysical ChemistryComputational ChemistryInorganic ChemistryMaterials ChemistryAnalytical ChemistryChemical BiologyTheoretical Chemistry

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review chemistry-related tasks and AI-generated outputs for scientific accuracy, logical consistency, and research-level rigor
Identify implausible reaction mechanisms, infeasible chemical reactions, stoichiometric inconsistencies, thermodynamic errors, and incorrect spectral interpretations
Develop precise, challenging, research-level chemistry problem statements
Create detailed reference solutions with chemical equations, reaction mechanisms, calculations, and explanations
Design advanced chemistry problems, evaluation datasets, and benchmarks to assess AI model capabilities
Evaluate AI-generated chemical reasoning, experimental approaches, reaction predictions, and theoretical explanations
Collaborate with AI researchers and subject matter experts to establish evaluation methodologies and improve model performance
Translate specialized chemical knowledge into structured feedback, evaluation criteria, and measurable quality standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related scientific discipline
Senior-level academic or research experience, such as faculty appointment, Principal Investigator, Staff Scientist, Senior Scientist, or equivalent senior research position
Deep specialization in at least one chemistry domain: Organic and Synthetic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Computational Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Materials Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Biology, or Theoretical Chemistry
Strong peer-reviewed research publication record
Hands-on experience using Large Language Models (LLMs) and AI tools in scientific, academic, or research workflows
Strong analytical and critical-thinking abilities
Excellent written communication skills and ability to provide precise, structured, technically sound feedback
Must be currently based in the United States
H-1B and STEM OPT visa holders cannot be accommodated

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fully remote work arrangement
Flexible schedule
Payments processed weekly through Stripe or Wise
Independent contractor engagement