Biology Expert (PhD) - AI Safety
$65 to $70/hr
**About the role**
We're hiring PhD‑level biologists to help make advanced AI models safer. You'll apply your scientific expertise to evaluate and strengthen how these models handle specialized life‑science topics. No prior AI/ML experience is required, we'll train you on the workflow.
**What you'll do**
- Write expert‑level prompts across specialized life‑science topics.
- Evaluate and annotate model responses for scientific accuracy, helpfulness, and appropriate handling of sensitive content.
- Apply structured guidelines to classify prompts and conversations.
**What we're looking for**
- A PhD in biology or a closely related life‑science field, ongoing or completed (e.g., molecular biology, microbiology, virology, genetics, biochemistry, bioinformatics, synthetic biology, immunology).
- Deep familiarity with modern laboratory and computational techniques in your subfield.
- Strong scientific reasoning and writing in English.
- Sound judgment around biosecurity and the responsible handling of dual‑use information.
**Nice to have**
- Research or coursework touching on biosafety/biosecurity, pathogen biology, or gain‑of‑function considerations.
- Experience reviewing, grading, or red‑teaming technical content.
**Project Timeline**
- Start date: Immediate
- Commitment: Part‑time (15, 25 hours/week, with flexibility up to 40 hours/week)
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