Clinical Research Experts (Chemistry and Biology)
Mercor • Remote • Posted 53 days ago
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Pay Rate
$80/task
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53d ago
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About this Role
Mercor is seeking Clinical Research Experts (Chemistry & Biology) for a premier project with one of the world’s top AI labs.
In this role, you will contribute your subject matter expertise to a cutting-edge project involving state-of-the-art large language models. Specifically, you will help create high-quality data that will inform the future of AI innovation by coming up with difficult problems in your domain.
Clinical Research Experts (Chemistry & Biology)
US/UK/Canada/Western Europe
attention to detail
written and verbal communication skills
proficiency in English
Mercor is seeking Clinical Research Experts (Chemistry & Biology) for a premier project with one of the world’s top AI labs. In this role, you will contribute your subject matter expertise to a cutting-edge project involving state-of-the-art large language models. Specifically, you will help create high-quality data that will inform the future of AI innovation by coming up with difficult problems in your domain. You're a good fit if you: Hold a PhD (or equivalent doctoral degree) in Clinical Research, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, or a related field Received your undergraduate degree in US/UK/Canada/Western Europe Received your graduate degree at a top US/UK/Canada/Western European university Have demonstrated expertise in clinical study design, experimental methodology, biochemical or chemical analysis, or translational research Have high attention to detail Have exceptional written and verbal communication skills Have excellent proficiency in English Here are more details about the role: The role is ongoing starting in February and continuing with rolling applications Experts are expected to contribute 4-6 tasks per week, each taking several hours to complete Tasks may include designing advanced research problems, evaluating experimental frameworks, and generating high-quality technical content in your domain Screening Process: Apply today and leverage your leadership and technical expertise to advance cutting-edge AI models! We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.
- Hold a PhD (or equivalent doctoral degree) in Clinical Research, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, or a related field
- Received your undergraduate degree in US/UK/Canada/Western Europe
- Received your graduate degree at a top US/UK/Canada/Western European university
- Have demonstrated expertise in clinical study design, experimental methodology, biochemical or chemical analysis, or translational research
- Have high attention to detail
- Have exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Have excellent proficiency in English
- The role is ongoing starting in February and continuing with rolling applications
- Experts are expected to contribute 4-6 tasks per week, each taking several hours to complete
- Tasks may include designing advanced research problems, evaluating experimental frameworks, and generating high-quality technical content in your domain
- You will need to complete a short AI interview and form - the whole application process should last 20-40 minutes
Requirements
- Must be eligible to work in Remote
- Fluent proficiency in English (Written & Verbal)
- Reliable high-speed internet connection
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
- Demonstrated expertise in Healthcare
- Valid professional license (MD, DO, RN, etc.)
- Current knowledge of medical standards and practices
Eligible Languages
Fluent proficiency in English
Compensation Analysis
Rare opportunity for top 1% experts. Earn $80/hr contributing to the world's most advanced AI labs. This is one of the few roles where academic precision is valued as highly as commercial output.
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