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About the Role
We're hiring PhD‑level chemists to help make advanced AI models safer. You'll apply your scientific expertise to evaluate and strengthen how these models handle specialized chemistry topics. No prior AI/ML experience is required - we'll train you on the workflow. Write expert‑level prompts across specialized chemistry topics.
What You'll Do
Write expert‑level prompts across specialized chemistry topics.
Evaluate and annotate model responses for scientific accuracy, helpfulness, and appropriate handling of sensitive content.
Apply structured guidelines to classify prompts and conversations.
Independent contractor engagement, fully remote. Mercor pays weekly via Stripe or Wise.
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$65-$70/h - Independent contractor engagement, fully remote. Mercor pays weekly via Stripe or Wise.
Write expert‑level prompts across specialized chemistry topics. Evaluate and annotate model responses for scientific accuracy, helpfulness, and appropriate handling of sensitive content. Apply structured guidelines to classify prompts and conversations.
