Plant Biologist
$40 - $60/hourpay
Required Skills
Biology
Genetics
Plants
Sample Collecting
Chemistry
Geology
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: Plant Biologist
Job Type: Contract
Location: Remote
Job Summary:
Join our customer's team as a Plant Biologist and play a pivotal role in advancing AI training by researching plant biology at the molecular and cellular level. Utilize your expertise to drive innovation in agriculture, pharmaceuticals, biofuels, and environmental sciences. This expert-level, remote opportunity is ideal for those passionate about the integration of biological sciences and cutting-edge technology.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct detailed research on plant biology, genetics, and cellular processes for AI training purposes.
- Collect, analyze, and document plant samples from diverse environments.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to translate biological insights into actionable data for AI models.
- Design and implement experiments to investigate plant responses to various environmental factors.
- Integrate principles of biology, chemistry, and geology to enhance data accuracy and project outcomes.
- Prepare high-quality written and verbal communications to articulate findings and recommendations.
- Contribute to the development of datasets and frameworks for AI applications in life sciences.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Biology, Chemistry, or a related field (Master’s or PhD preferred for advanced research roles).
- Demonstrated expertise in plant biology, genetics, and molecular techniques.
- Strong foundations in sample collecting, data analysis, and experimental design.
- Proficiency in integrating cross-disciplinary knowledge from chemistry and geology.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on scientific reporting.
- Experience working in laboratory settings and with relevant research equipment.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a distributed, remote team.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Rubric experience or familiarity with data annotation for AI training.
- Prior experience contributing to projects at the intersection of biology and artificial intelligence.
- Published research in peer-reviewed journals or contributions to scientific datasets.