Biology PhD - Fully Remote | Up to $23/hr Part-time
- $19–23/hr
- Remote-friendly · fits your timezone
- Posted last month · via Himalayas
Write expert prompts in Indonesian for AI safety
Create and evaluate expert-level prompts in Indonesian across scientific topics to enhance AI model safety. Work independently to apply structured guidelines and classify conversations. Deliver high-quality annotated model responses.
Why This Role?
Work on AI model safety with leading research labs
Key Responsibilities
- Write expert-level prompts in Indonesian
- Evaluate model responses for scientific accuracy
- Apply guidelines to classify prompts and conversations
Requirements
- PhD in biology or related field
- Native or near-native fluency in Indonesian
- Deep familiarity with laboratory and computational techniques
Required Skills
Indonesia Context
- Estimated Salary (IDR):
- Rp 309.7K – 374.9K / hourConverted from the posted USD pay at Rp 16,300 per USD (rate as of 2026-07-14). Not the posted salary.
- Working Hours Overlap:
- Flexible — work your own hours
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Original description from Himalayas
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: Bilingual Indonesian STEM Expert (PhD) — AI Safety Type: Contract Compensation: $19–$23/hour Location: Remote Role Responsibilities Write expert-level prompts in Indonesian 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 enhance AI model safety in handling technical topics . Qualifications Must-Have PhD in chemistry , biology , or a related field — ongoing or completed. Native or near-native fluency in Indonesian and business-level written English . Deep familiarity with modern laboratory and computational techniques in your subfield. Sound judgment around scientific safety and responsible handling of dual-use information. Preferred Based in Indonesia or the wider Southeast Asia region. Expertise in radiochemistry , nuclear chemistry , or radiation physics . Depth in a specific subfield such as organic synthesis , molecular biology , or virology . Research or coursework on chemical safety and security . Experience reviewing or grading technical content. Start Date Immediate 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: PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity. Originally posted on Himalayas
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Market context
- VERIFIEDStated pay is 42% below the role median of $75,920/year (n=47 pay-disclosing listings).
- VERIFIEDMercor: 30 postings in the last 3 months, 58 all-time on LokerDollar.
- VERIFIEDCompany first seen May 5, 2026.
- VERIFIEDThis listing first seen Nov 8, 2026.
- VERIFIEDLast verified live Nov 8, 2026.
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- Yes, this is a regional remote role (Asia-Pacific). Check the listing for location requirements.
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