AlignerrDomain experts
Semiconductor Material Science (Masters/PhDs)
up to $90/hr
About this role, in Alignerr's words
What if your deep expertise in semiconductor materials or molecular modeling could directly shape how AI reasons through the most complex problems in materials science? We're looking for advanced-degree specialists to work alongside cutting-edge AI research teams — helping build AI models that genuinely understand the science behind next-generation materials.
What you'll do
- Develop, solve, and review advanced material science problems with real-world relevance and scientific depth
- Apply your expertise in semiconductor materials, molecular modeling, or related areas to design complex, high-quality problem statements
- Evaluate AI-generated responses for scientific accuracy, rigor, and reasoning quality
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- Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and fellow domain experts to enhance model reasoning capabilities
- Ensure clarity, depth, and scientific integrity across all deliverables
- Work independently on task-based assignments — fully on your own schedule
Candidate background
Who You Are
- Holds a Master's or PhD in Material Science or a closely related field
- Strong expertise in semiconductor materials, molecular modeling, or adjacent research areas
- Comfortable coding in Python or MATLAB — from research applications to simulation workflows
- Exceptional written communicator with sharp attention to detail
- Self-motivated and reliable when working independently without supervision
- Fluent in English
Nice to Have
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- Prior experience with data annotation, data quality evaluation, or AI training workflows
- Background in computational materials science or quantum chemistry
- Experience translating complex technical concepts into clear, structured written content
- Familiarity with AI tools or scientific evaluation platforms
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Semiconductor Material Science Expert (AI Training)
About the Role
What if your deep expertise in semiconductor materials or molecular modeling could directly shape how AI reasons through the most complex problems in materials science? We're looking for advanced-degree specialists to work alongside cutting-edge AI research teams — helping build AI models that genuinely understand the science behind next-generation materials.
This is a fully remote, flexible contract role. No prior AI experience needed — just rigorous domain expertise and a passion for scientific precision.
- Organization: Alignerr - Type: Hourly Contract - Location: Remote - Commitment: 10–40 hours/week
What You'll Do
* Develop, solve, and review advanced material science problems with real-world relevance and scientific depth * Apply your expertise in semiconductor materials, molecular modeling, or related areas to design complex, high-quality problem statements * Evaluate AI-generated responses for scientific accuracy, rigor, and reasoning quality * Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and fellow domain experts to enhance model reasoning capabilities * Ensure clarity, depth, and scientific integrity across all deliverables * Work independently on task-based assignments — fully on your own schedule
Who You Are
* Holds a Master's or PhD in Material Science or a closely related field * Strong expertise in semiconductor materials, molecular modeling, or adjacent research areas * Comfortable coding in Python or MATLAB — from research applications to simulation workflows * Exceptional written communicator with sharp attention to detail * Self-motivated and reliable when working independently without supervision * Fluent in English
Nice to Have
* Prior experience with data annotation, data quality evaluation, or AI training workflows * Background in computational materials science or quantum chemistry * Experience translating complex technical concepts into clear, structured written content * Familiarity with AI tools or scientific evaluation platforms
Why Join Us
* Work on cutting-edge AI projects alongside the world's leading research labs * Fully remote and flexible — work when and where it suits you * Freelance autonomy with the structure of meaningful, domain-driven work * Make a direct, tangible impact on how AI understands and reasons through advanced material science * Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch
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- Billed weekly, Monday to Sunday, with approved work paid by the following Friday, according to Labelbox's help center. Payment goes through Stripe Connect or PayPal depending on your location, with one provider per country. intercom.help/labelbox/en/articles/13600616-alignerr-paym..., alignerr.com/process
- Before your first paid task
- Sign up, apply, verify your identity, set up billing and onboard. Some jobs add a Zara AI interview or domain assessments. alignerr.com/process
- How much work
- Time to your first project depends on demand and your skills, and there is no minimum number of hours. alignerr.com/faqs
- Contract
- Independent contractor, under terms with ALIGNERR LLC. alignerr.com/faqs, alignerr.com/privacy
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Pay across the field: Domain experts
Across 698 roles in this field with a stated hourly rate in US dollars, on 18 platforms, the middle half pays $65 to $130 an hour at the top of the range, and the median is $100. This role's top rate, $90, is in the middle half. Of the 260 distinct rates we count, 113 are lower and 139 are higher.
| Platform | Roles | Top of range, per hour |
|---|---|---|
| Alignerr (this platform) | 148 | $24 to $200 · median $80 |
| micro1 | 136 | $28 to $400 · median $110 |
| AfterQuery | 88 | $45 to $175 · median $100 |
| Handshake AI | 79 | $30 to $300 · median $85 |
| Mercor | 78 | $55 to $450 · median $120 |
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- First seen here on 27 Aug 2026, and still on Alignerr's list when we last read it on 13 Oct 2026.
- The listed pay has not changed since then.
- Posted by Alignerr
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- Last seen live
- Listing ID
- 023675d5-4b55-4d55-a187-aa56db9ad1c2
Pay as the source states it: “$75-90/hr”.
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