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Microbiology Research Scientist (Remote | $70 –$90/hr)Synthires • East London, London, United Kingdom
Microbiology Research Scientist (Remote | $70 –$90/hr)

Microbiology Research Scientist (Remote | $70 –$90/hr)

Synthires • East London, London, United Kingdom
10 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Remote
Job description

Microbiologist

Location: Remote

Engagement Type: Contractor

Compensation: $70–$90/hour

About the Opportunity

This opportunity is for experienced Microbiologists interested in contributing to advanced AI research and evaluation projects. The role involves applying microbiology expertise to evaluate scientific content, improve AI-generated responses, and support the development of next-generation AI systems through high-quality scientific knowledge.

No prior AI experience is required. Your scientific expertise and domain knowledge are the primary qualifications for success in this role.

Responsibilities

  • Investigate and analyze the structure, physiology, and behavior of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, and algae.
  • Apply expertise in medical and environmental microbiology to evaluate scientific content and AI-generated outputs.
  • Assess the effects of antibiotics and other antimicrobial agents on microbial populations.
  • Review microbiology-related data for scientific accuracy, consistency, and completeness.
  • Document scientific findings and methodologies to support high-quality AI training data.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure scientific rigor and data integrity.
  • Apply structured evaluation criteria and rubrics to assess scientific quality and improve AI performance.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Microbiology, Biology, Chemistry, or a related Life Sciences discipline.
  • Strong knowledge of bacteriology, mycology, microbiology, and microbial physiology.
  • Experience investigating microbial structure, function, and interactions.
  • Strong analytical, scientific reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to scientific accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree or PhD in Microbiology or a related field.
  • Experience developing or applying scientific evaluation frameworks or rubrics.
  • Experience with AI, machine learning, data annotation, or scientific content evaluation.
  • Research experience in microbiology, infectious diseases, environmental microbiology, or related disciplines.

Compensation

  • Competitive compensation of $70–$90/hour.
  • Weekly payments.
  • Independent contractor engagement.

Application Process

  1. Easy Apply on LinkedIn
  2. Check Email for Next Steps
  3. Participate in Resume Evaluation & Interview Stage
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