About this role
The work
You will create research-level problems that test and train AI models. The work uses practical materials science, metallurgy, and laboratory characterisation knowledge, along with real instrument data.
You will work independently, analyze data with Python or a similar language, and explain your technical reasoning clearly and accurately.
- Write research-level problems based on materials science or metallurgy expertise.
- Use real data from XRD, indentation, impedance, corrosion, rheology, and battery cycling instruments.
- Analyze instrument data with Python or a similar programming language.
- Keep technical content accurate, clear, and well documented.
What it pays and takes
This is independent-contractor work with flexible, task-based scheduling. No fixed weekly schedule is required.
- $50 per hour.
- Compensation is also described as $300 per approved task, with each task taking about six hours.
- Remote work open to candidates in the countries listed for this role.
- Professional fluency in English.
- Hands-on experience working with your own materials characterisation data.
- Experience with laboratory characterisation in materials science, metallurgy, or a related field.
- Working knowledge of Python or a similar language for instrument-data analysis.
- Clear technical writing and the ability to work independently and manage your own time.
Helpful background
A Master's or PhD in materials science, metallurgy, or a related field is helpful. Experience with the methods below can support the work, as can technical experience shown through a thesis, paper, or public code.
- XRD, indentation, impedance, corrosion, rheology, or battery cycling data.
- Rietveld, Oliver-Pharr, or EIS fitting.
- ASTM test standards.
- Analysis scripting and technical documentation.
How it works
Apply on OpenTrain with your resume, then complete the application on the hiring site.
About AI training work
AI training work uses human-written examples, reviews, and technical judgments to help improve AI systems. Specialists are paid for this work because their subject knowledge helps create accurate examples and evaluate difficult model outputs.
Requirements
- Languages: English