Undergraduate Chemistry Expert at Mercor

Undergraduate Chemistry Expert
$45 /hr · Hourly Contract · Fully Remote (U.S. & Canada)

About the Role
Mercor is partnering with top AI research teams to build chemistry-savvy foundational models. As an Undergraduate Chemistry Expert, you’ll validate and enhance AI-generated solutions—ensuring accuracy, rigor, and real-world relevance across theoretical and applied chemistry.

What You’ll Do

• Model Training & Validation

  • Critically evaluate AI-generated reaction mechanisms, chemical equations, and computational outputs

  • Verify accuracy of reaction pathways, spectroscopic interpretations, and thermodynamic/kinetic calculations

  • Identify and correct errors in notation, stoichiometry, molecular structures, and units

• Content Development & Feedback

  • Design chemistry training scenarios from basic stoichiometry through graduate-level reaction design

  • Cross-check AI outputs against authoritative sources (ACS journals, NIST Chemistry WebBook, J. Chem. Ed.)

  • Provide clear, methodical feedback on problem-solving approaches and experimental protocols

• Collaboration & Iteration

  • Partner with AI scientists to align training data with real-world challenges (e.g., drug synthesis, materials discovery)

  • Tailor explanations and problem sets for audiences ranging from undergraduates to advanced researchers

Key Domains

• Core Disciplines: General, Organic, Inorganic Chemistry

• Theoretical & Computational: Physical Chemistry, Quantum Chemistry, Thermodynamics

• Analytical & Applied: Analytical Chemistry, Solid-State Chemistry, Electrochemistry

• Specialized Areas: Polymer Chemistry, Nanochemistry, Computational Chemistry, Green Chemistry

Ideal Qualifications

• Bachelor’s (or in-progress) in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or closely related field (U.S./Canadian institution)

• Strong foundation in reaction mechanisms, thermodynamics, kinetics, and spectroscopy

• Exceptional attention to detail in IUPAC nomenclature, chemical notation, and unit consistency

• Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills

• Teaching, tutoring, or competition (e.g., Chemistry Olympiad) experience is a plus

• Availability for 20–40 hours/week over a 1–4-week engagement

What We Offer

• 100% remote work with flexible, asynchronous schedule

• Competitive pay at $45/hour, paid weekly via Stripe Connect

• Opportunity to shape cutting-edge AI applications in chemistry

How to Apply

1. Submit your résumé highlighting chemistry expertise and projects.

2. Complete a 10-minute AI-led interview to demonstrate your problem-solving and reasoning skills.

3. Receive onboarding details within days if selected.

Mercor is a San Francisco–based talent network—backed by Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D’Angelo, and other leading investors—connecting specialists with high-impact AI research projects.