AI Training - Environmental Scientist & Sustainability Expert in Cambridge

Prolific is building the biggest pool of quality human data in the world. Over 35,000 AI developers, researchers, and organisations use Prolific to gather data from paid study participants with a wide variety of experiences, knowledge, and skills.

We're looking for Environmental Researchers and Sustainability Experts to join our Expert Network to help train and evaluate cutting-edge AI models using real-world ecological and climate expertise. If you have the necessary experience, we'll send you a quick 10- to 15-minute test to assess your skills and suitability for AI tasks. If successful, you'll be invited to join Prolific as a participant, where you'll get paid to train and evaluate powerful AI models. Researchers looking for your skills typically pay up to £45–£90 per hour. You must be prepared to complete paid tasks that require one hour of uninterrupted work, though many are shorter.

What you'll bring

• Education: a BS, MS, or PhD in Environmental Science, Ecology, Climate Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional Experience: experience in environmental impact assessment (EIA), climate modeling, conservation research, or corporate sustainability reporting (ESG).
• Domain Knowledge: deep understanding of carbon accounting, biodiversity metrics, renewable energy systems, or environmental policy.
• Analytical Precision: the ability to identify errors in climate data interpretations, carbon footprint calculations, or ecological taxonomies.
• Geospatial & Statistical Literacy: proficiency in interpreting GIS data, satellite imagery, and longitudinal environmental datasets.
• Communication: ability to synthesise complex environmental regulations or scientific findings into clear, actionable, and technically accurate summaries.
• A PayPal account to receive payment from our clients.

What you'll be doing in the role

• Evaluate AI-Generated Research: review model responses to queries about climate change, ecosystem services, and resource management for scientific accuracy and nuance.
• Fact-Check Environmental Claims: validate AI-generated data regarding emissions factors, legislative requirements, and environmental protection standards.
• Assess Sustainability Logic: critique AI-proposed solutions for waste reduction, supply chain sustainability, and habitat restoration for practical and scientific feasibility.
• Annotate Geospatial & Technical Data: identify and correct errors in model-generated maps, environmental risk assessments, and species distribution models.
• Ensure Policy Alignment: verify that AI responses align with the latest international environmental standards and scientific consensus (e.g., IPCC reports).

Why Prolific is a great platform to join as a Participant

Joining our platform as a Prolific participant will give you the chance to influence the AI models of the future using your professional expertise. Once you pass our assessment, you can join Prolific in just 15 minutes, and start enjoying competitive pay rates, flexible hours, and the ability to work from home.

We've built a unique platform that connects researchers and companies with a global pool of participants, enabling the collection of high-quality, ethically sourced human behavioural data and feedback. This data is the cornerstone of developing more accurate, nuanced, and aligned AI systems.

We believe that the next leap in AI capabilities won't come solely from scaling existing models, but from integrating diverse human perspectives and behaviours into AI development. By providing this crucial human data infrastructure, Prolific is positioning itself at the forefront of the next wave of AI innovation – one that reflects the breadth and the best of humanity.