Material Science Expert (Masters/PhDs)

Material Science Expert (AI Training)

About The Role

What if your deep knowledge of semiconductor materials or molecular modeling could directly shape how AI reasons about the physical world? We're looking for Materials Science experts — Masters and PhD holders — to help train and evaluate cutting-edge AI models on some of the most complex problems in modern science.

This is a fully remote, flexible contract role built for researchers and domain specialists who want to put their expertise to work in a new and meaningful way. No prior AI experience needed — just rigorous scientific knowledge and a sharp analytical mind.

• Organization: Alignerr
• Type: Hourly Contract
• Location: Remote
• Commitment: 10–40 hours/week
  
  

What You'll Do

• Develop, solve, and critically review advanced material science problems with real-world relevance
• Apply your expertise in semiconductor materials, molecular modeling, or related domains to design complex, high-quality problem statements
• Evaluate AI-generated scientific reasoning and outputs for accuracy, depth, and rigor
• Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and fellow domain experts to push the boundaries of what AI can understand in your field
• Ensure scientific clarity, precision, and depth across every deliverable you contribute
  
  

Who You Are

• Holds a Master's or PhD in Materials Science, or a closely related discipline
• Deep expertise in semiconductor materials, molecular modeling, or adjacent research areas
• Comfortable coding in Python or MATLAB — whether from research, coursework, or applied projects
• Exceptionally clear communicator in writing, with strong attention to scientific detail
• Self-directed and reliable when working independently on an asynchronous schedule
• Based in the U.S., Canada, U.K., Australia, or New Zealand
  
  

Nice to Have

• Prior experience with data annotation, data quality review, or AI evaluation workflows
• Background in academic publishing, peer review, or technical writing
• Familiarity with computational materials science or simulation tools
• Experience mentoring students or explaining complex concepts to non-specialists
  
  

Why Join Us

• Work on frontier AI projects alongside the world's leading research labs
• Fully remote and asynchronous — work on your own schedule, from anywhere
• Freelance autonomy with meaningful, intellectually stimulating work
• Direct impact: your expertise shapes how AI understands and reasons about materials science
• Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch