STEM PhD (EU)

up to $48/hr

source wording: “Up to $48/hr”

What this role asks for

10–20 hrs/week
Flexible hours
Full-time
PhD

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10–20 hrs/week: “…and the ability to work remotely, with a commitment of approximately 10 to 20 hours per week. • Project work includes and is not limited to developing domain-specific prompts and…”
Flexible hours: “…and asynchronous - work independently from wherever you are. • Flexible hours and the ability to work remotely, with a commitment of approximately 10 to 20 hours per…”
Full-time: “…Model and Project Details • Status: Independent contractor (not a full-time employee role) • Location: Fully remote • Schedule: Flexible and asynchronous, with no…”
PhD: “…students and graduates (including those currently enrolled in a PhD program or in postdoctoral positions) in Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, or…”

The role, as Handshake AI describes it

Overview

Handshake is recruiting exceptional STEM PhDs residing in EU and UK to join our AI research community. This program brings subject-matter experts together to enhance the capabilities of Large Language Models (LLMs) across specialized scientific and technical domains. The Handshake AI Fellowship program runs year-round, though project availability will vary by discipline.

Details

• The position is remote and asynchronous - work independently from wherever you are.

• Flexible hours and the ability to work remotely, with a commitment of approximately 10 to 20 hours per week.

• Project work includes and is not limited to developing domain-specific prompts and evaluating LLM responses.

• Dedicate time researching topics that are interesting to you, with the assistance of AI.

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• Learn new skills while contributing to the changing world of AI across various disciplines.

• Placement into a project will be dependent on project availability.

Qualifications

• Doctoral students and graduates (including those currently enrolled in a PhD program or in postdoctoral positions) in Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, or Engineering.

• Strong written communication — ability to translate complex research knowledge into clear, structured task instructions and evaluation criteria

• Confident that your domain expertise can outmatch current AI systems in understanding and explaining key concepts in your field.

Work Model and Project Details

• Status: Independent contractor (not a full-time employee role)

• Location: Fully remote

• Schedule: Flexible and asynchronous, with no minimum hour requirement. Many contributors work approximately 5–20 hours per week when assigned to an active project

• Duration: The Handshake AI program runs year-round, with projects opening periodically across different areas of expertise. Placement depends on current project needs, with opportunities to be considered for future projects as they become available

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STEM PhD (EU)

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