Job Description

Calling all PhDs in Biology who are job-seeking!

If you’re currently navigating career transitions, impacted by recent layoffs, or simply curious about exploring new avenues, I have an exciting opportunity you might want to consider.

The world of AI prompt writing is rapidly expanding, and your analytical skills and scientific background could be a perfect fit.

I recommend checking out contract work with Mercor, specifically a Biology Expert vacancy that offers up to $80/hr.

This could be a fantastic way to leverage your expertise in a new, high-demand field.

Mercor is hiring experienced Biology professionals to join an exciting collaboration with a top AI research lab. This role involves contributing to the development and evaluation of advanced AI systems designed to replicate real-world workflows across life sciences, biomedical research, and related domains.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate Biology outputs produced by AI systems for quality, accuracy, and alignment with scientific objectives
• Create challenging problems in Biology that stress-test AI reasoning and analysis
• Contribute to data generation and evaluation processes that inform the next generation of large language models

Ideal Qualifications

• Biology PhD from a top U.S., Canadian, or European university
• Undergraduate degree completed in the U.S., UK, Canada, or Europe
• High attention to detail and exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent proficiency in English

Project Timeline

• Start Date: August (ongoing with rolling applications)
• Duration: 1–2 months
• Commitment: 10–20 hours/week (potential to extend to 40 hours/week)
• Schedule: Fully remote and asynchronous — flexible working hours

Compensation & Contract

• Competitive hourly rate of $65–80 USD/hr
• Top performers receive weekly bonus incentives ranging from $20–100/hr on top of their pay rate
• Independent contractor
• Daily payment via Stripe Connect

Application & Onboarding Process

• Upload your resume
• AI interview: A short 20–30 minute conversation about your background and a form submission, no preparation necessary!
• Work trial: A paid, 3-hour assessment evaluating your ability to interpret project guidelines and deliver biology-specific output

Note: Currently, we are only accepting applicants from the U.S., UK, and Canada.

About Mercor Mercor is a San Francisco-based company specializing in connecting elite professionals with cutting-edge AI initiatives. Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. We help leading AI labs accelerate progress by bringing in top-tier human expertise.

Apply today and leverage your biology expertise to help build the future of AI-driven life science workflows!

We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.