Remote Chemistry Expert; PhD

Overview

Turing, Greater London, England, United Kingdom — Remote Chemistry Expert (PhD) – 34879

We are looking for researchers with a strong Chemistry background to help fine-tune and evaluate large language models (LLMs). Your work will help LLMs better understand and solve complex chemistry problems, including multi-step conceptual or quantitative questions in organic, inorganic, physical, analytical, and computational chemistry.

• Respond to research objectives by performing tasks such as deriving rate laws for reactions in differential packed-bed reactors with catalyst mass and flow rate considerations, including rate forms with pressure-dependent terms.
• Calculate equilibrium concentrations for gas streams in high-temperature processes (e.g., coal gasification with steam and air) under specified conditions (e.g., 1000 K).

• Academic Background:
  Enrolled in or completed a PhD/Postdoc in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• Analytical
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong ability to solve advanced chemistry problems with clear and structured reasoning.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to explain complex chemical concepts clearly and provide precise feedback.
• Research Independence:
  Capable of working independently in a remote research environment and actively participating in team discussions.
• Technical Setup:
  Access to a reliable computer and internet connection for remote assignments.

Note: This position is open only to candidates who have completed or are currently pursuing a Ph.D.; applications that do not meet this criterion will not be considered.

• Commitment: at least 4 hours per day and a minimum of 20 hours per week with 4 hours of overlap with PST. Options: 20, 30, or 40 hours per week.
• Engagement Type:
  Contractor assignment / freelancer (no medical paid leave).
• Duration: 1 month (expected start date next week).
• Selection Process:
  Task-based assessment for shortlisted candidates, followed by a contract offer with defined timelines and workload.

Turing is one of the world’s fastest-growing AI companies, accelerating the advancement and deployment of powerful AI systems. We help customers by collaborating with leading AI labs to advance frontier model capabilities and by building real-world AI systems that solve mission-critical priorities.

• Work on research that directly impacts the future of language model performance in mathematics and STEM.
• Collaborate with a global network of experts shaping next-generation AI benchmarks.
• Gain exposure to cutting-edge model evaluation strategies in an academic–industry hybrid setting.