Scientific Task Solver
Job Description
Solve and check technical problems in a scientific specialty using careful reasoning and computational verification.
What you will do
• Develop reproducible reference solutions and assess AI answers for scientific, mathematical and factual correctness.
• Identify faulty assumptions, missing constraints, edge cases and subtle errors.
• Use Python for calculations, analysis, simulation or solution checks.
• Interpret equations, results, diagrams, datasets and relevant literature.
• Compare methods, sanity-check results and explain corrections.
Required background
• Deep expertise in at least one relevant scientific or quantitative discipline.
• Practical Python skills and experience using coding agents.
• Strong problem solving and careful reasoning about assumptions, constraints and errors.
• Ability to explain complex solutions and experience reviewing or troubleshooting technical work.
Preferred background
• Relevant Python tools include NumPy, SciPy, pandas, SymPy, Jupyter or discipline-specific libraries; no individual library is required.
Location and eligibility
• Open worldwide. Chemistry, biology, mathematics, physics, earth/environmental science, robotics and directly relevant neighboring disciplines are eligible.
• No fixed degree or years threshold applies when equivalent expertise can be demonstrated.
Availability
• Remote, flexible work, approximately 15 hours weekly.
Pay and engagement
Per approved task; fee agreed before work
Payment requires work to meet the agreed acceptance criteria. Confirm any weekly submission requirement and the fee before starting.
Amounts are in USD. The applicable rate or fee and work requirements are agreed before you begin.