Bilingual Scientific Expert - Fully Remote | Part-time

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Position:
Bilingual Turkish STEM Expert (PhD) - AI Safety

Type:
Contract

Compensation: $30-$34/hour

Location:

Remote

• Write expert-level prompts in Turkish across specialized scientific topics.
• Evaluate and annotate model responses for scientific accuracy , helpfulness, and appropriate handling of sensitive content.
• Apply structured guidelines to classify prompts and conversations.
• Work independently and asynchronously to ensure model safety and compliance.
• Collaborate with AI research teams to improve model understanding of Turkish technical topics.

• Must-Have
  • PhD in chemistry , biology , or a closely related field.
  • Native or near-native fluency in Turkish and business-level written English .
  • Deep familiarity with modern laboratory and computational techniques.
  • Sound judgment around scientific safety and responsible handling of dual-use information.
• Preferred
  • Based in Türkiye or the wider MENA region.
  • Expertise in radiochemistry , nuclear chemistry , or radiation physics .
  • Depth in a specific subfield such as organic synthesis , molecular biology , or virology .
  • Experience with chemical safety , biosafety , or hazardous-materials handling .
  • Experience reviewing or grading technical content.

• Immediate