Research Biologist

About the job

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark , General Catalyst , Peter Thiel , Adam D'Angelo , Larry Summers , and Jack Dorsey .

Position: Biology PhD Expert

Type: Contract

Compensation: $80–$150/hour

Location: Remote

Role Responsibilities

• Evaluate the technical quality and scientific reasoning across biology , chemistry , and translational research domains.
• Review research outputs in discovery and applied science workflows.
• Provide structured feedback to improve scientific rigor and research outputs .
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure consistency and relevance in datasets.
• Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines and enhance AI model performance .

Qualifications

Must-Have

• PhD in Biology , Chemistry , Biochemistry , Computational Biology , Translational Science , or related fields.
• Meaningful publication history in peer-reviewed research.
• 2+ years of industry experience in biotech, pharma, or related R&D settings.
• Strong critical thinking and scientific communication skills.

Preferred

• 4+ years of industry experience.
• Based in the United States , United Kingdom , Canada , or Europe .

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

• Upload resume
• AI interview based on your resume
• Submit form

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