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Role Description

Mercor is partnering with a leading AI research organization to engage professionals with deep expertise in Chemistry for a high-impact, full-time position focused on training and refining next-generation AI systems.

As an AI Tutor – Chemistry Specialist , you will play a pivotal role in advancing the reasoning and problem-solving capabilities of cutting-edge AI models. Using proprietary software, you’ll provide high-quality inputs, labels, and annotations across diverse formats—including text, voice, and video—to guide models in understanding and applying complex chemical concepts.

You will collaborate closely with technical teams to refine annotation tools, develop new AI tasks, and select challenging problems from specialized domains such as organic, physical, analytical, computational, and medicinal chemistry. This role requires adaptability, scientific rigor, and the ability to apply your expertise in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Use proprietary software to provide accurate annotations, labels, and feedback across chemical sciences projects.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality, curated data that enhances AI performance and scientific reasoning.
• Collaborate with technical teams to train and refine new AI tasks and improve annotation tools.
• Identify and solve complex chemical problems aligned with your domain expertise.
• Contribute to model training through multimodal inputs, including text-based analysis, audio, and video sessions.
• Interpret evolving task instructions with precision and sound judgment in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in Chemistry or a closely related field.
• Expertise in one or more chemistry subdomains, including Organic, Physical, Analytical, Inorganic, Computational, Polymer, Medicinal, Biochemistry, Nuclear, Catalysis, or Materials Chemistry .
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and apply expert judgment with limited guidance.
• Passion for scientific innovation and AI-driven technological advancement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced expertise demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications , including at least one first-author paper.
• Prior experience as an AI Tutor, professor, teacher, or research mentor.
• Background in technical writing, journalism, or scientific communication.

Work Environment & Requirements

• Full-time position , available remotely or in-person in Palo Alto, CA (5 days per week for on-site).
• Initial training schedule: 9:00am–5:30pm PST for two weeks; afterward, work in your local timezone.
• Personal computer must be a Chromebook, Mac (macOS 11+), or Windows 10+ device.
• Reliable smartphone access required.
• U.S.-based applicants must reside outside of Wyoming and Illinois.
• Visa sponsorship not available.

Compensation & Terms

• $45–100/hour for U.S.-based professionals, depending on experience, education, skills, geographic location, and qualifications.
• The posted range applies to U.S.-based candidates. For international applicants , Mercor’s recruiting team will provide an estimated pay range specific to your location .

Benefits

• Hourly pay is just one part of the total rewards package. Specific benefits vary by country, depending on your country of residence, you may have access to medical or other employment-related benefits .

Company Description

Mercor connects top global talent with leading AI labs and research organizations, enabling experts across disciplines to contribute to frontier AI development.

• Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey .
• Thousands of professionals in fields like law, finance, science, and engineering have joined Mercor to help shape the future of AI.