About the role
Job Title: Data Annotation Specialist (Master's / PhD Required)
Location: Remote, Canada Term: Contract
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented Data Annotation Specialist with a completed Master's or PhD to support AI and Machine Learning projects. The ideal candidate will review, label, classify, and validate data used to train and improve AI models while ensuring high accuracy, consistency, and quality. This role is ideal for candidates with strong research, analytical, and critical thinking skills who are passionate about contributing to cutting-edge AI initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Annotate, label, and classify text, image, audio, or other data according to project guidelines.
- Review AI-generated content and provide detailed quality evaluations and feedback.
- Validate annotated datasets to ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness.
- Identify data quality issues and recommend improvements to annotation guidelines and workflows.
- Collaborate with AI researchers, data scientists, and cross-functional teams to improve model performance.
- Interpret complex information and apply domain expertise during annotation tasks.
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere to data security and privacy standards.
- Meet established productivity, quality, and turnaround time targets.
Required Qualifications
- Completed Master's or PhD (required) from an accredited institution.
- Degree must be in one of the following disciplines: o Linguistics o Education o Creative Writing o History o STEM fields, including but not limited to: Computer Science Data Science Mathematics Statistics Engineering Physics Chemistry Biology
- Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to follow detailed annotation guidelines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently in a remote or hybrid environment.
- Comfortable reviewing large volumes of data while maintaining high accuracy.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience with data annotation, data labeling, content evaluation, or AI/ML projects.
- Experience in research, academic writing, or qualitative/quantitative analysis.
- Familiarity with Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), or Natural Language Processing (NLP) is a plus.
- Experience using annotation or labeling tools is preferred.
Key Skills
- Data Annotation
- Data Labeling
- AI Content Evaluation
- Quality Assurance
- Critical Thinking
- Research & Analysis
- Attention to Detail
- Written Communication
- AI/ML
- NLP (Preferred)
- Generative AI (Preferred)
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About Epsilon Solutions Ltd.
Based in Toronto, Ontario, Epsilon Solutions Ltd. has been providing business and IT solutions throughout Canada since 2013. At Epsilon Solutions, we are cognizant that you have many choices when selecting an IT services company.
Epsilon Solutions delivers expert information technology consultants who can contribute to a fast-paced and ever-changing technological world. Whether you need to accelerate your IT projects or get your career moving full speed ahead, Epsilon Solutions helps you achieve success.
Our IT talent management expertise ensures you attract, develop and retain the best IT professionals required to achieve your business targets better, faster and more cost-effectively. With over 50+ employees, we deploy more than 900+ technical professionals annually to support critical engagements, including Fortune 500.
We strive to differentiate ourselves by providing a level of service unparalleled in the industry.
Dedicated Account Managers who serve as your single point of contact Experienced Technical Recruiters qualify candidates based on your requirements. Trained professional staff who stay abreast of emerging technologies A flexible business approach to work within your guidelines The selective and confidential recruiting process Access to passive job seekers
We meet you where you are and take you where you want to go—the way you want to get there.
Our services can scale from staff augmentation to fully outsourced services, depending on the level of responsibility you want us to assume. Additionally, we can leverage our global delivery models to ensure cost-competitive solutions without sacrificing quality outcomes.
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About the role
Job Title: Data Annotation Specialist (Master's / PhD Required)
Location: Remote, Canada Term: Contract
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented Data Annotation Specialist with a completed Master's or PhD to support AI and Machine Learning projects. The ideal candidate will review, label, classify, and validate data used to train and improve AI models while ensuring high accuracy, consistency, and quality. This role is ideal for candidates with strong research, analytical, and critical thinking skills who are passionate about contributing to cutting-edge AI initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Annotate, label, and classify text, image, audio, or other data according to project guidelines.
- Review AI-generated content and provide detailed quality evaluations and feedback.
- Validate annotated datasets to ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness.
- Identify data quality issues and recommend improvements to annotation guidelines and workflows.
- Collaborate with AI researchers, data scientists, and cross-functional teams to improve model performance.
- Interpret complex information and apply domain expertise during annotation tasks.
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere to data security and privacy standards.
- Meet established productivity, quality, and turnaround time targets.
Required Qualifications
- Completed Master's or PhD (required) from an accredited institution.
- Degree must be in one of the following disciplines: o Linguistics o Education o Creative Writing o History o STEM fields, including but not limited to: Computer Science Data Science Mathematics Statistics Engineering Physics Chemistry Biology
- Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to follow detailed annotation guidelines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently in a remote or hybrid environment.
- Comfortable reviewing large volumes of data while maintaining high accuracy.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience with data annotation, data labeling, content evaluation, or AI/ML projects.
- Experience in research, academic writing, or qualitative/quantitative analysis.
- Familiarity with Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), or Natural Language Processing (NLP) is a plus.
- Experience using annotation or labeling tools is preferred.
Key Skills
- Data Annotation
- Data Labeling
- AI Content Evaluation
- Quality Assurance
- Critical Thinking
- Research & Analysis
- Attention to Detail
- Written Communication
- AI/ML
- NLP (Preferred)
- Generative AI (Preferred)
Not the right fit? Search for Data Annotator jobs in Canada
About Epsilon Solutions Ltd.
Based in Toronto, Ontario, Epsilon Solutions Ltd. has been providing business and IT solutions throughout Canada since 2013. At Epsilon Solutions, we are cognizant that you have many choices when selecting an IT services company.
Epsilon Solutions delivers expert information technology consultants who can contribute to a fast-paced and ever-changing technological world. Whether you need to accelerate your IT projects or get your career moving full speed ahead, Epsilon Solutions helps you achieve success.
Our IT talent management expertise ensures you attract, develop and retain the best IT professionals required to achieve your business targets better, faster and more cost-effectively. With over 50+ employees, we deploy more than 900+ technical professionals annually to support critical engagements, including Fortune 500.
We strive to differentiate ourselves by providing a level of service unparalleled in the industry.
Dedicated Account Managers who serve as your single point of contact Experienced Technical Recruiters qualify candidates based on your requirements. Trained professional staff who stay abreast of emerging technologies A flexible business approach to work within your guidelines The selective and confidential recruiting process Access to passive job seekers
We meet you where you are and take you where you want to go—the way you want to get there.
Our services can scale from staff augmentation to fully outsourced services, depending on the level of responsibility you want us to assume. Additionally, we can leverage our global delivery models to ensure cost-competitive solutions without sacrificing quality outcomes.