Biotechnology Research Scientist - Genomics

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: Biotechnology Research Expert Type: Contract Compensation: $1,150–$1,450 per completed task Location: Remote

Role Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate AI-generated outputs related to experimental design, genomic data analysis, protein characterization, and biotech research methodologies.
• Create realistic scenarios based on laboratory and research workflows such as gene expression analysis , CRISPR experimental protocols , and proteomics data interpretation .
• Annotate, label, and validate data across biotech research use cases, including sequencing pipeline accuracy and molecular target identification.
• Provide structured feedback on AI accuracy in molecular biology techniques, genomics and proteomics standards, and regulatory guidelines.
• Collaborate asynchronously with research teams to refine evaluation frameworks for biotechnology research AI .

Qualifications Must-Have

• 3+ years of professional or postdoctoral research experience in biotechnology, genomics, proteomics, or molecular biology.
• Background in genomics and next-generation sequencing (NGS) , proteomics, molecular biology, or drug discovery.
• Advanced degree ( MS , PhD ) in a relevant life sciences field strongly preferred.
• Professional experience at a biotech company, CRO, academic research lab, or pharmaceutical R&D organization.
• Strong analytical thinking and ability to translate complex research workflows into structured evaluation tasks.
• Clear written communication and attention to detail.

Compensation & Legal

• Task Completion Pay: Competitive and based on task quality.
• Performance Bonus: Top performers receive a weekly bonus incentive.
• Hourly Opportunity: Top performers may transition to an hourly compensation model.

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