Bioinformatics PhDs

About the Role

At Mercor we are partnering with top AI labs in applying AI to complex scientific challenges to build a state-of-the-art benchmark to evaluate the capabilities of the labs AI models in the field of bioinformatics.

Our goal is to test a models ability to autonomously design and execute complex bioinformatics workflows starting from raw sequencing data and a natural language prompt. This project requires a sophisticated blend of tool proficiency deep biological domain knowledge and rigorous scientific reasoning. We are seeking talented researchers to help us create these benchmark tasks using real-world published scientific data.

A brief 15-minute interview precedes candidate selection with decisions typically made within four days following assessment completion. Currently applicants must be based in the U.S. UK Canada Australia or New Zealand.

Why Youre a Great Fit

Youre a strong candidate if you:

• Must be a current graduate student (M.S. or Ph.D.) or hold a higher degree (e.g. Postdoctoral Fellow Research Scientist) in Bioinformatics Computational Biology Genomics or a related quantitative field.

• Experience using bioinformatics command line tools

• Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and rigorous problem-solving skills.

• Excel in both written and verbal communication.

Role Highlights

• Flexible workload: 1020 hours weekly with the potential to scale to 40 hours.

• Fully remote and asynchronous scheduling.

• Initial commitment of 12 months with opportunities for extension.

Compensation and Legal Details

• You will be legally classified as an hourly contractor for Mercor

• We will pay you out at the end of each week via Stripe Connect

About Mercor

Mercor is a $2B company that connects elite talent with leading AI research labs and is headquartered in San Francisco CA. Our distinguished investors include Benchmark General Catalyst Peter Thiel Adam DAngelo Larry Summers and Jack Dorsey.

Apply today to leverage your skills in advancing revolutionary AI technologies!