Skip to content
aitrainer.work - AI Training Jobs Platform
STEM micro1

Computational Biology & Cheminformatics Expert

Micro1 • Remote

Education

PhD

Type

Hourly

Pay Rate

$80–$110/hr

Actively Hiring

50 openings

Apply opens Micro1 in a new tab.

Apply Now →

About this role

From the Micro1 listing

Role Title: Computational Biology & Cheminformatics Expert Role Type: Contractor Location: Remote micro1 is engaging Computational Biology & Cheminformatics Experts to contribute their expertise to a customer’s computational drug discovery project. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters. Scope of Work

  • Analyze and interpret small-molecule and drug discovery datasets using advanced computational biology, bioinformatics, and cheminformatics methods.
  • Curate, annotate, and validate chemical and biological datasets (e.g., ChEMBL, PubChem, DrugBank) to support AI-driven discovery platforms.
  • Evaluate compound-target interactions, ADMET properties, and lead optimization strategies by integrating chemical, biological, and clinical data sources.
  • Provide expert insights on structure-activity and structure-property relationships (SAR/SPR), medicinal chemistry approaches, and experimental design considerations.
  • Build and implement code-based benchmark tasks (e.g., terminal/CLI-based environments) that reflect realistic computational drug discovery scenarios.
  • Develop reproducible environments (e.g., using Docker) and automated testing pipelines to ensure task correctness and solvability.
  • Assess and review AI-generated outputs for scientific rigor, accuracy, and practical relevance, delivering detailed written feedback and recommendations. Preferred Qualifications
  • Advanced expertise in Computational Biology, Cheminformatics, Medicinal Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related fields; advanced degree (PhD, MSc, PharmD) highly valued but not strictly required.
  • Strong coding proficiency in Python (beyond analysis scripts), with hands-on experience building tools, pipelines, or testable code; familiarity with Git, GitHub, and Docker.
  • Extensive experience with cheminformatics toolkits and platforms such as RDKit, KNIME, Schrödinger, OpenEye, or MOE.
  • Proven track record in small-molecule drug discovery, SAR/QSAR evaluation, ADMET prediction, or virtual screening workflows.
  • Comfort working with public chemical and bioactivity databases and integrating diverse datasets for scientific analysis.
  • Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate complex chemical and biological concepts in written feedback and reports.
  • Experience participating in multidisciplinary and/or remote projects; familiarity with AI-assisted coding tools is a plus.

Requirements

  • bioinformatics
  • biochemistry
  • ADMET
  • Cheminformatics
  • Molecular Docking
  • Structure-Activity Relationship
  • RDKit

How long hiring takes

Across the AI training platforms we refer candidates to, the median gap between referral and hire is about 30 days. It varies by platform and role, so treat it as a rough guide for this one.

Within 2 weeks
~25%
Within 6 weeks
~60%
Within 3 months
~80%

Interview Prep

This listing calls for these tools directly. Prep for the technical screen:

Key responsibilities

  • Analyze and interpret small-molecule and drug discovery datasets using advanced computational biology, bioinformatics, and cheminformatics methods.
  • Curate, annotate, and validate chemical and biological datasets (e.g., ChEMBL, PubChem, DrugBank) to support AI-driven discovery platforms.
  • Evaluate compound-target interactions, ADMET properties, and lead optimization strategies by integrating chemical, biological, and clinical data sources.
  • Provide expert insights on structure-activity and structure-property relationships (SAR/SPR), medicinal chemistry approaches, and experimental design considerations.

Why this role

Micro1's Computational Biology & Cheminformatics Expert role pays $80-$110 per hour for scientists who work with RDKit and Python on molecular docking, ADMET prediction and structure-activity relationship analysis. The project centers on computational drug discovery, so comfort with Git, GitHub and Docker for reproducible workflows matters alongside the science itself. This role suits someone already working at the intersection of cheminformatics and computational biology.

Talent pool

We're light on STEM candidates

We've matched 65 people with a STEM background against 726 STEM listings we've tracked, so most go out without one. Set up a profile and we'll consider you for a role like this one.

Set up your profile

Skills and categories

Explore other opportunities in related specializations:

Related jobs

Micro1

Browse All Jobs from Micro1

Discover more opportunities on Micro1 that match your skills and interests.

View All Micro1 Jobs →

Verified Reviews

Loading reviews…

Community Reviews

Loading reviews…
💬

Share your experience with Micro1

Help other candidates make better decisions by leaving a review.

Sign in to leave a review

Common questions

Can I apply to Micro1 from outside the US or UK?

Yes. Micro1 accepts applicants from most countries worldwide, unlike DataAnnotation or Outlier, both of which cap access to a handful of English-speaking countries. Most roles still require strong written and spoken English.

Does Micro1 monitor your computer while you work?

On many projects, yes, through time-tracking tools that take periodic screenshots to verify active hours. Check the specific project's requirements before accepting if desktop monitoring is a dealbreaker.

Why do these AI training roles pay so much?

Because general knowledge isn't what's being tested. The model already knows the basics; what it needs is expertise on edge cases, the rare, difficult, highly technical judgment calls only a senior professional in the field would make correctly.

What does the day-to-day workload look like for elite-expert AI training roles?

Slow and deep, not fast and repetitive. A single task can take 45-60 minutes of researching citations or verifying complex calculations. Quality is what's being measured here, not throughput.

What does STEM work look like for a Computational Biology & Cheminformatics Expert?

Tasks here are scoped to STEM, not generic labeling. As a Computational Biology & Cheminformatics Expert, expect to draw on real domain judgment (evaluating outputs, correcting errors, or providing expert reasoning specific to STEM) rather than following a one-size-fits-all rubric. If you don't have hands-on STEM background, this is likely not the right listing to start with.

What specific skills does this listing call for?

bioinformatics, biochemistry, ADMET, and Cheminformatics are named directly in the listing. If you don't have hands-on experience with these, expect the screening process to test for them directly rather than accepting adjacent experience as a substitute.

What does the 'openings' count on this listing mean?

It's Micro1's live count of how many candidates it's still trying to place for this specific role, 50 right now, not a countdown on your individual application. A higher number signals more active demand; it doesn't lower the bar for acceptance.

How much does this specific role pay?

This listing is posted at $80–$110/hr, an hourly rate. The range reflects experience level and negotiated terms, not a placeholder, so where you land in it depends on your background and the assessment. Pay can change between when we last checked the listing and when you apply, so confirm the current number on the platform's own application page before committing time.

What happens when I click Apply on this listing?

You'll be taken to Micro1's external site to complete your application there. This listing links through a referral, but the process is identical to applying directly; the link just routes you correctly. Create an account on their site and follow their onboarding steps.

Is a PhD required?

For this specific role, yes, or near-equivalent professional depth. The credential gate is enforced at the assessment stage, not just on paper. That said, active PhD candidates and people with equivalent published research have qualified without a formal degree. The assessment is the real filter.