Job Description
Biology Expert (PhD) — AI Safety
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Location: Remote (United States)
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Engagement Type: Part-Time Contract
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Compensation: $65–$70/hour
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Commitment: 15–25 hours per week (flexible up to 40 hours per week)
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About the Opportunity
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This opportunity is for PhD-level Biology Experts interested in contributing to advanced AI safety and evaluation projects. The role involves applying deep scientific expertise to evaluate and strengthen how next-generation AI systems understand and respond to specialized life-science topics.
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No prior AI or machine learning experience is required. Training on the project workflow and evaluation process will be provided.
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Responsibilities
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- Develop expert-level prompts across specialized biology and life-science domains.
- Evaluate and annotate AI-generated responses for scientific accuracy, quality, helpfulness, and appropriate handling of sensitive content.
- Apply structured evaluation guidelines to classify prompts, responses, and conversations.
- Use scientific expertise and critical reasoning to identify inaccuracies, gaps, or potential risks in AI-generated content.
- Contribute to improving the safety, reliability, and scientific accuracy of advanced AI systems.
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Required Qualifications
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- PhD in Biology or a closely related Life Sciences field — ongoing or completed.
- Relevant areas of expertise may include Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Virology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Synthetic Biology, Immunology, or related disciplines.
- Deep familiarity with modern laboratory and/or computational techniques within your area of specialization.
- Strong scientific reasoning, analytical, and technical writing skills in English.
- Sound professional judgment regarding biosecurity and responsible handling of dual-use scientific information.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured evaluation guidelines.
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Preferred Qualifications
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- Research or academic experience related to biosafety, biosecurity, or pathogen biology.
- Experience reviewing, grading, evaluating, or red-teaming technical or scientific content.
- Experience conducting interdisciplinary biological research or evaluating complex scientific information.
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Compensation
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- Competitive compensation of $65–$70/hour.
- Part-time engagement with 15–25 hours per week, with flexibility up to 40 hours per week.
- Independent contractor engagement.
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Application Process
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- Upload Resume
- Complete an AI Interview Based on Your Resume
- Submit Application
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