Evolutionary Biologist - Fully Remote | Upto $80/hr

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: Phylogenetics PhDs & Domain Experts — Zion (Arches)
Type:Contract
Compensation:$55–$80/hour
Location:Remote

Role Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality data to inform the future of AI innovation by creating challenging problems in Phylogenetics.
• Collaborate with AI labs to enhance large language models using domain expertise.
• Evaluate and improve AI model outputs through rigorous testing and feedback.
• Work independently and asynchronously to meet project goals and deadlines.
• Ensure high attention to detail in all tasks and deliverables.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• PhD or advanced degree in Evolutionary Biology, Phylogenetics, Genetics, Genomics, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Molecular Biology, or Ecology & Evolution.
• High attention to detail.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Interview Process

• Complete a short interview and task (20–30 mins).
• Paid onboarding time includes this task and a few onboarding videos.

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

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

Resources & Support

• For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome
• For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com

PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.

Originally posted on Himalayas