Synthires
Postdoctoral Researcher (Remote | $60-$120/hr)
United, New York, US
Role snapshot
Synthires is hiring a Postdoctoral Researcher (Remote | $60-$120/hr) on a full-time basis. This is a remote role open to candidates in US.
- Company
- Synthires
- Location
- United, New York, US
- Work mode
- Remote
- Job type
- Full-time
- Posted
- Nov 4, 2026
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About the role
STEM Expert (MSc./PhD) (Remote | $60–$120/hr)
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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. xuwmhxw