Protein Biochemist
$40 - $60/hourpay
Required Skills
Biology
Chemistry
Protein
Research
About micro1
micro1 is a data engine that helps AI labs train foundational models and enterprises build AI agents. We provide frontier evaluations and reinforcement learning environments used to improve LLM capabilities, as well as contextual evaluations used to monitor and improve AI agents in enterprise settings. Our data engine includes an AI recruiter agent that sources and vets domain experts, a data platform that enables rapid production of high-quality training data, and a pipeline performance system that ensures both quality and velocity.
Our goal is to have 1 billion people doing meaningful work by contributing their expertise to the development of frontier AI models. We’ve raised $40M+ in funding, and our AI recruiter has powered more than 1 million AI-led interviews as our global network of experts expands to form the human intelligence layer for AGI.
Job Description
Job Title: Protein Biochemist
Job Type: Contract
Location: Remote
Job Summary:
Join our customer's team as a Protein Biochemist, leveraging your expertise to study the chemical composition and physical properties of proteins within living cells. Your research will drive the development and accuracy of AI systems by delving deeply into protein structure, function, and molecular interactions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct in-depth research on protein folding, enzymatic activity, signaling pathways, and post-translational modifications.
- Analyze protein structure, function, and interactions to advance scientific understanding and support AI training initiatives.
- Investigate how proteins regulate essential biological processes such as metabolism, growth, and cellular communication.
- Evaluate the impact of drugs, small molecules, and other compounds on protein stability and functionality.
- Document and communicate complex experimental findings effectively for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams to translate biochemical insights into AI training datasets and protocols.
- Maintain meticulous records of experimental methods, data, and results to ensure reproducibility and integrity.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field.
- Proven expertise in protein science, including structure-function analysis and biochemical assay development.
- Strong foundation in both biology and chemistry, with a keen understanding of biomolecular interactions.
- Demonstrated ability to perform independent research and analyze complex biochemical data.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for clear, concise information exchange.
- Proficient in documenting research processes and results for diverse audiences.
- Experience working in remote or distributed scientific teams is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related discipline.
- Experience contributing to AI or computational biology projects.
- Knowledge of high-throughput biochemical screening or protein engineering techniques.