Mercor is hiring PhD and Master's scientists to author AI evaluation tasks (Sci Code)
Mercor is partnering with leading AI labs on a new benchmark for scientific computing. You will author original, executable research problems that today's frontier models cannot solve.
Domains — depth required in at least two subdomains (with a coding focus)
- Chemistry — quantum chemistry, computational chemistry
What you'll do
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Source your own material: a published paper, a Kaggle dataset, an open-source repository, or a scenario you design
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Write scientific prompts based on the input
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Build the grading criteria that define a correct answer
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Calibrate against frontier models — a task ships only when strong models fail it more often than they succeed
Required
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PhD in chemistry, physical chemistry, theoretical chemistry, computational chemistry, or a closely related field
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Demonstrated depth in both of the following subdomains: quantum chemistry and computational chemistry
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Working proficiency in Python, R, or another relevant programming language for scientific computing
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Comfortable with Git/GitHub and running code in Docker — authoring runs through a pull-request workflow with automated quality checks
Preferred
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Publications in peer-reviewed journals
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Prior scientific software or research engineering experience
Engagement
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Duration: 6 weeks
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Commitment: part-time, 20+ hours per week
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Start date: immediate
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Chemistry PhD - Quantum Specialist employer: Obsidian
Obsidian is an exceptional employer located in the vibrant Greater London area, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration among experts in the field. Employees benefit from a fast-start program with opportunities for growth and extension, alongside a commitment to quality in AI model training that makes a meaningful impact in genomics. With a focus on professional development and a supportive environment, Obsidian is dedicated to empowering its team members to excel in their careers.
