Postdoctoral Research Scientist - STEM (Remote | $80-$150/hr)
80 - 150 $ per hourTemporary
Synthires
STEM Expert
Position: STEM Expert
Type: Contractor
Compensation: $80–$150/hour
Location: Global, Fully Remote
About the Opportunity
We are seeking experienced STEM and Scientific Experts to support an AI training project focused on technical problem-solving, scientific reasoning, data analysis, and Python-based workflows .
You’ll solve, review, and validate challenging problems within your area of expertise, evaluate AI-generated solutions, and develop rigorous reference answers. This is a coding-heavy role , and candidates must have experience using Python and coding agents in their workflow.
Expertise in at least one STEM discipline is sufficient; candidates are not expected to cover every scientific field.
Key Responsibilities
- Solve complex scientific, mathematical, or technical problems within your domain.
- Review AI-generated solutions for scientific, mathematical, and factual accuracy .
- Identify reasoning errors, incorrect assumptions, missing constraints, and technical mistakes.
- Develop clear and reproducible reference solutions .
- Use Python for scientific computation, data analysis, simulations, and validation.
- Interpret equations, datasets, experimental results, technical diagrams, and scientific literature where relevant.
- Perform sanity checks and validate analytical or numerical results.
- Clearly explain technical reasoning, corrections, and conclusions.
Required Qualifications
- Strong expertise in at least one relevant STEM or scientific domain, such as Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Earth/Environmental Science, or Robotics .
- Practical proficiency with Python and coding agents.
- Strong scientific, mathematical, or quantitative problem-solving skills.
- Ability to evaluate assumptions, constraints, edge cases, and sources of error.
- Experience validating, reviewing, or troubleshooting technical work.
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with scientific Python tools such as NumPy, SciPy, pandas, SymPy, or Jupyter .
- Background in academic research, industry, teaching, engineering, or independent technical work .
- Experience evaluating AI-generated technical or scientific outputs.
Compensation
- Competitive compensation of $80–$150/hour.
- Output-based compensation , with payment per task that meets project specifications.
- Approximately 15 hours per week with a flexible schedule.
- Experts can choose their working hours and days, including weekends.
- 10 positions available.
Application Process
- Submit your application and complete the screening questions.
- Complete an approximately 30-minute AI interview.
- Complete the hiring manager review.
- Complete onboarding and begin project work if selected.
Vacancy posted 17 hours ago
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