Academic Research & AI Evaluation Specialist (PhD/MSc/Professor) — Remote AI Systems & Data Evaluation

Imagine logging in on your own terms, skipping the traffic entirely, and doing meaningful work that actually pays what you're worth. That's what we offer at AnyHired! We're seeking a remote Academic Research & AI Evaluation Specialist (PhD/MSc/Professor) — Remote AI Systems & Data Evaluation ($30 - $60/hour) to assist with advanced AI calibration across Research & source triangulation, Attention to detail, Written precision, Self-direction & reliability. Whether you're balancing family life, personal passions, or other projects, this contract gives you the genuine flexibility you've been looking for.

Your Remote Flow & Daily Responsibilities

• Integrate reviewer feedback and consistently uphold all project guidelines and quality standards throughout your deliverables.
• Create original, high-difficulty question-and-answer pairs at the cutting edge of your discipline to rigorously assess AI model capabilities.
• Source, verify, and thoroughly document answers using primary sources and authoritative references, including clear citations and reasoning.
• Design questions demanding advanced reasoning, methodological nuance, or synthesis across multiple sources, ensuring resistance to oversimplified or shortcut solutions.
• Test questions against AI systems, identify items that are not sufficiently challenging, and iteratively increase complexity while maintaining accuracy.
• Write each question and answer with high precision and clarity, eliminating ambiguity and supporting defensible responses.

Who Thrives in This Role

• Prior experience in AI training, data labeling, or model evaluation is required.
• Masters or PhD completed, active candidacy, or equivalent research experience as a specialist, researcher, assistant professor or professor in your domain.
• Demonstrated track record of scholarly research, in-depth subject matter expertise, and familiarity with primary literature.
• Exceptional analytical thinking, close attention to detail, and strong written communication skills in English.
• Experience sourcing and triangulating information from authoritative references.
• Proven self-direction and reliability in delivering expert-level work independently within remote engagements.
• Skill in composing challenging, original, and methodologically sound questions.

Transparent Earnings & Schedule Autonomy

• Compensation Rate: $30 - $60/hour (verified contractor remuneration)
• Work Arrangement: 100% Remote / Work From Home
• Eligible Remote Countries: United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, and South Africa
• Core Competencies: Research & source triangulation, Attention to detail, Written precision, Self-direction & reliability, Analytical thinking, Research mastery
• Hiring Lead: Chloe Bennett (Remote Culture Director) at AnyHired

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