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Molecular Biology Experts

RemoteUnited Kingdom only
Published
Role
Research
Employment
Part-time
$70–$105/hr
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No BS summary

Experienced molecular biology professionals to design and evaluate DNA and RNA sequences used as training data for AI; hands-on nucleic-acid construct design required and advanced degree expected (PhD strongly preferred). Initial short-term contract (~2–3 weeks, ~50–100 tasks) with pay $70–$105 per hour. Location listed: United Kingdom.

Core skills

DNA sequence designRNA sequence design

Required skills

primer designplasmid designguide RNA designrepair template designnucleic acid construct design

What you'll do

  • Design and review DNA and RNA sequences, including primers, plasmids, guide RNAs, repair templates, and other molecular biology constructs.
  • Create challenging, scientifically accurate tasks based on real-world molecular biology workflows.
  • Develop detailed, well-documented reference solutions that serve as expert ground truth for AI training.
  • Evaluate AI-generated outputs for scientific accuracy, experimental validity, and biological reasoning.
  • Provide clear, structured feedback and collaborate with fellow subject matter experts to ensure quality of biological training data.

What they require

  • Practical experience in molecular biology with hands-on design of DNA and RNA sequences for experimental applications.
  • Advanced degree in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Synthetic Biology, Bioengineering, or a closely related life sciences discipline.
  • PhD strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated expertise in designing molecular biology reagents such as primers, plasmids, RNA constructs, repair templates, or similar genetic tools.
  • Strong scientific writing and communication skills; excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

  • Compensation $70-$105 per hour.
  • Initial engagement of ~50–100 molecular biology design tasks over ~2–3 weeks with potential extension.
  • Fast onboarding with immediate start.
  • Opportunity to contribute directly to the development of advanced AI systems for scientific research.

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