Chemist
Design and evaluate complex chemistry reasoning challenges and lab-scenario case studies to train AI models. Validate model responses for scientific accuracy and collaborate with experts to refine problem difficulty.
- Remote
- Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- Posted Sep 8, 2026
- Apply by Oct 8, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
AfterQuery is seeking Chemistry Experts to create and refine chemistry reasoning challenges for our AI training modules. In this remote, flexible role, you will design and evaluate problems spanning organic, inorganic, physical, and analytical chemistry that test an AI model’s ability to reason through reactions, mechanisms, spectra, and laboratory scenarios with scientific rigor. Why Apply Competitive Compensation: attractive hourly rates that reward your specialized expertise Innovative Impact: join a YC-backed startup revolutionizing AI with high-caliber expert content and insights Flexible Engagement: a remote, asynchronous role that lets you contribute to pioneering projects on your own schedule Responsibilities Develop high-quality chemistry problems, mechanism walkthroughs, and lab-scenario case studies that challenge AI models Evaluate and validate model responses, offering detailed feedback on scientific accuracy and reasoning Collaborate with a team of scientists and technical experts to fine-tune problem difficulty and topical coverage Required Qualifications Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Chemistry or a closely related field, or equivalent industry experience Strong command of at least two subfields (organic, inorganic, physical, analytical, or biochemistry) Exceptional analytical, written, and verbal communication skills Preferred Qualifications Bench or industrial laboratory experience Publications, teaching, or peer-review experience Familiarity with AI or computational chemistry tools is a plus
What you’ll do
Design and evaluate complex chemistry reasoning challenges and lab-scenario case studies to train AI models. Validate model responses for scientific accuracy and collaborate with experts to refine problem difficulty.
Requirements
Requires an advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Chemistry or equivalent industry experience with expertise in at least two chemistry subfields. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential, with a preference for laboratory or publication experience.
Benefits
• Competitive Compensation
Listed skills
- AnalyticalPreferred
- TechnicalPreferred
- OrganizationPreferred
- TrainingPreferred
- VerbalPreferred
- Attention to detailPreferred
- CommunicationPreferred
- AccuracyPreferred
- Communication SkillsPreferred
- FlexiblePreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Organic Chemistry
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Physical Chemistry
- Analytical Chemistry
- Biochemistry
- Scientific Reasoning
- Problem Design
- Technical Writing
- AI Training
- Model Evaluation
- Laboratory Scenarios
- Mechanism Walkthroughs
Job areas
- Science & Research
- Technology
- Data & Analytics
- Education
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Master’s degree
- Minimum experience
- 2+ years
- Apply by
- Oct 8, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Location requirements
- Country, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- Seniority
- Not Applicable