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Synthires lists this Postdoctoral Research Scientist - STEM (Remote | $60-$120/hr) opportunity in united, West Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
STEM Expert (MSc./PhD) (Remote | $60–$120/hr)
Position: STEM Expert (MSc./PhD)
Type: Contractor (Part-Time, approximately 15 hours/week)
Compensation: $60–$120/hour
Location: Remote (Worldwide)
About the Opportunity
This opportunity is for STEM and scientific-domain experts to contribute to AI training through technical problem-solving, scientific reasoning, data analysis, and Python-based workflows. Candidates need deep expertise in at least one relevant scientific or quantitative field; expertise across all STEM disciplines is not required.
Key Responsibilities
Solve complex scientific, mathematical, and technical problems within your area of expertise.
Review AI-generated solutions for scientific, mathematical, and factual accuracy.
Identify incorrect assumptions, reasoning errors, and overlooked constraints.
Use Python or other programming languages for calculations, simulations, and validation.
Provide rigorous, technically accurate solutions and feedback.
Required Qualifications
Strong expertise in at least one STEM field, such as chemistry, biology, mathematics, physics, geoscience, environmental science, or robotics.
Practical proficiency in Python or another programming language.
Strong scientific, mathematical, or quantitative problem-solving skills.
Experience using coding agents in technical workflows.
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with scientific tools such as NumPy, SciPy, pandas, SymPy, Jupyter, or relevant domain-specific libraries.
Relevant expertise gained through academic research, industry, teaching, engineering, or independent technical work.
Compensation
$60–$120/hour , with output-based payment for tasks meeting project specifications.
Approximately 15 hours per week with a flexible schedule.
Immediate availability preferred; first task expected within 24–48 hours after onboarding.
Application Process
Apply for the role and complete the screening questions.
Complete an AI interview of approximately 30 minutes.
Complete the hiring manager review.
If selected, complete onboarding and begin the first task within 24–48 hours.
Who can apply
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