Biotechnology Research Scientist - Genomics Job at Mercor, New York, NY

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  • Mercor
  • New York, NY

Job Description

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.

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

  • Upload resume
  • AI interview based on your resume
  • Submit form

Resources & Support

  • For details about the interview process and platform information, please check:
  • For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com

PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.

Job Tags

Remote job, Hourly pay, Contract work, Summer work

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