Ai Tutor, Biology Specialist

Summary

Join Handshake as an AI Tutor, Biology Specialist and play a key role in advancing AI capabilities by reviewing biological data using proprietary software. Your biology expertise will directly contribute to training AI models. This contract remote position offers variable time commitments and requires analytical thinking, adaptability, and a passion for technological innovation. A PhD in Biology or a related field is required, along with proficiency in scientific writing and strong analytical skills. The role involves evaluating AI-generated content, ensuring data quality, collaborating with technical teams, and interpreting biological tasks. Compensation is $40-$70/hr. Note that this is a contract position, and benefits listed below apply to full-time employees only.

Requirements

• PhD in Biology or a related field (either in progress or completed within the last 10 years)
• Proficiency in both informal and professional scientific writing
• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to evaluate complex biological information
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities
• Ability to make autonomous decisions based on limited data
• Passion for AI, scientific innovation, and technology
• Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed
• Ability to quickly adapt to new skills and evolving requirements
• Personal device must support Windows 10 or macOS Big Sur 11.0 or later
• Reliable access to a smartphone

Responsibilities

• Utilize proprietary software to evaluate AI-generated biological content and provide expert feedback
• Ensure high-quality biological data curation to enhance AI model performance
• Collaborate with technical teams to refine annotation tools and methodologies for biological data
• Apply expertise in biology to assess AI-generated and human responses in various life science domains
• Interpret, analyze, and review biological tasks based on evolving guidelines

Preferred Qualifications

• Research experience with published work in a reputable biological journal
• Previous experience in AI-assisted education or tutoring
• Teaching experience (professor, lecturer, or tutor in biology or related fields)
• Experience in technical writing, science communication, or professional scientific writing

Benefits

• Equity and ownership in a fast-growing company
• 16 Weeks of paid parental leave for birth giving parents & 10 weeks of paid parental leave for non-birth giving parents
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision policies including LGTBQ+ Coverage. We also provide resources for Mental Health Assistance, Employee Assistance Programs and counseling support
• Handshake offers $500/£360 home office stipend for you to spend during your first 3 months to create a productive and comfortable workspace at home
• Generous learning & development opportunities and an annual $2,000/£1,500/€1,850 stipend for you to grow your skills and career
• Financial coaching through Origin to help you through your financial journey
• Monthly internet stipend and a brand new MacBook to allow you to do your best work
• Monthly commuter stipend for you to expense your travel to the office (for office-based employees)
• Free lunch provided 3x a week across all offices
• Referral bonus to reward you when you bring great talent to Handshake
• 401k Match: Handshake offers a dollar-for-dollar match on 1% of deferred salary, up to a maximum of $1,200 per year
• All full-time US-based Handshakers are eligible for our flexible time off policy to get out and see the world. In addition, we offer 13 standardized holidays, and 2 additional days of flexible holiday time off. Lastly, we have a Winter #ShakeBreak, a one-week period of Collective Time Off
• Family support: Parental leave coaching and support provided by Parentaly. We partner with Maven Clinic to provide a lifetime coverage up to $15K for expenses related to fertility and family forming!
• Lifestyle Savings Account: We offer you an annual stipend of $500 to use for purchases such as fitness classes, gym memberships, work-from-home setup , and more
• Pension Scheme: Handshake will provide you with a workplace pension, where you will make contributions based on 5% of your salary. Handshake will pay the equivalent of 3% towards your pension plan, subject to qualifying earnings limits
• Up to 25 days of vacation to encourage people to reset, recharge, and refresh, in addition to 8 bank holidays throughout the year
• Regular offsites each year to bring the team together + opportunity to travel to our HQ in San Francisco
• Discounts across various high street retailers, cinemas and other social activities exclusively for Handshake UK employees
• 25 days of annual leave + 5 days of a winter #ShakeBreak, a one-week period of Collective Time Off across the company
• Regular offsites each year to bring the team together + opportunity to travel to our HQ in San Francisco once a year
• Urban sports club membership offering access to a diverse network of fitness and wellness facilities
• Discounts across various high street retailers, cinemas and other social activities exclusively for Handshake Germany employees