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Inorganic & Semiconductor Expert at Mercor
posted 3 months agoInorganic & Semiconductor Expert | $84/hr | Remote (US-based)
Mercor is seeking experienced experimental scientists and engineers specializing in inorganic synthesis, superconductors, semiconductors, and advanced packaging to support a cutting-edge AI research lab. You will play a direct role in shaping how advanced AI models reason about materials, devices, and physical processes by contributing expert-level scientific knowledge to training and evaluation datasets.
Key Responsibilities
- Apply deep domain expertise in synthesis, characterization, fabrication, and device physics to generate high-quality training and evaluation data for AI models.
- Review and evaluate AI-generated scientific reasoning, identifying errors and improving technical accuracy.
- Design and solve challenging, expert-level problems within your area of specialization.
- Rate and rank model outputs against defined scientific criteria, providing clear written justifications.
- Structure technical knowledge — including experimental procedures, characterization results, and process data — into well-organized, model-ready formats.
- Deliver reliable, high-quality work consistently within defined timelines.
Qualifications
- Hands-on experimental experience in one or more of: inorganic synthesis (solid-state, solution, solvothermal, sol-gel), superconducting materials, or semiconductors and advanced packaging.
- Strong materials or device characterization skills, including XRD, SEM, TEM, spectroscopy, and electrical/transport measurements.
- Experience with thin-film growth or device fabrication (MBE/epitaxy, MOCVD, CVD, sputtering, IBAD, etch, cleanroom microfabrication) is a plus.
- Advanced degree (PhD or MS) or equivalent hands-on experience in materials science, chemistry, physics, or a related engineering discipline.
- Excellent written English communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical reasoning clearly and concisely.
Role Details
- Type: Long-term, ongoing engagement
- Hours: Up to 40 hours/week (minimum 10 hours/week)
- Arrangement: Fully remote (US-based)
How to apply for this role
- Upload your resume — keep it up-to-date and in English. Mercor will auto-fill your profile from it.
- Complete the AI interview — a 15-minute conversation about your experience. Be ready to discuss specific projects and challenges you've solved.
- Submit your application — only about 20% of applicants finish all the steps, so completing yours puts you well ahead.