Computer Science PhDs – AI Research Contributor Remote | Hourly Contract | $60 –$70 per hour Role Overview A premier AI research organization is seeking PhDs in Computer Science or Machine Learning to contribute to a transformative project aimed at improving the reasoning and performance of state-of-the-art large language models (LLMs). You'll apply your technical expertise to design complex, domain-specific challenges that support high-quality AI training datasets. Ideal Candidate Profile • PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or a closely related field from a top U.S. or Canadian university • Undergraduate degree completed in the U.S., UK, Canada, or Europe • Demonstrated high attention to detail • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills • Professional-level fluency in English Key Responsibilities • Design research-grade, domain-specific problems grounded in your expertise • Create and validate prompt-based data to evaluate LLM performance • Collaborate asynchronously with a team of AI experts via private online workspaces • Provide structured feedback on model output quality Engagement Details • Start Date: July (rolling applications accepted) • Weekly Hours: 15–20 hours, with potential to increase to 40 hours/week • Duration: Minimum 2–3 months, with possibility of extension • Work Style: Fully remote and asynchronous—set your own schedule Compensation & Legal Classification • Hourly Rate: $60–$70 USD • Classification: Independent hourly contractor • Payments: Processed weekly via Stripe Connect Screening Process • Completion of a short application form • A 20–30 minute screening interview focused on your technical experience and problem design skills