Data Scientist (Remote | $150 -$200/hr)
About the Job Synthires is seeking a Junior Data Scientist to support an AI research project focused on evaluating and improving artificial intelligence models. This remote contract opportunity is designed for data scientists and quantitative professionals with experience in statistics, machine learning, experimentation, and analytical problem-solving. In this role, you will evaluate AI-generated outputs, identify statistical and methodological errors, develop challenging datasets, and provide structured feedback to improve AI model accuracy and analytical capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
Evaluate AI-generated outputs involving data science, statistics, machine learning, and quantitative problems. Create challenging prompts, datasets, and reference solutions for AI model evaluation. Identify flawed methodologies, statistical errors, and weaknesses in quantitative reasoning. Assess data analysis techniques, experimental approaches, and data modeling methods. Review machine learning outputs and evaluate their accuracy and reliability. Provide structured, actionable feedback to improve AI model performance. Develop analytical tasks that test AI systems' statistical and quantitative reasoning capabilities.
Required Qualifications
At least 1 year of experience at a leading organization in technology, finance, research, or a related field. Some relevant professional experience within the past 3 years. Strong understanding of Python, statistics, machine learning, and data analysis. Experience working with Pandas. Knowledge of data modeling and experimentation. Strong analytical and quantitative reasoning skills. Ability to communicate technical and statistical concepts clearly in writing. Must be based in an English-speaking country.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience evaluating statistical models, machine learning outputs, or quantitative methods. Strong understanding of experimental design and data interpretation. Experience validating analytical methodologies and research approaches. Ability to develop rigorous datasets and reference solutions for complex analytical problems. Technical Skills Programming: Python Data Analysis: Pandas, Data Modeling Statistics: Statistical Analysis, Quantitative Reasoning Machine Learning: Model Evaluation and Performance Assessment Experimentation: Experimental Design and Methodological Validation AI Research: Prompt Development, Dataset Creation, AI Output Evaluation
Compensation and Benefits
Hourly Compensation: $150–$200 USD Independent contractor engagement. Fully remote work arrangement. Approximately 100 openings available. Work Location and Employment Details Location: Remote. Position: Junior Data Scientist. Employment Type: Independent Contractor. Work Schedule: Not specified. Experience Required: At least 1 year. Eligible Locations: Candidates must be based in an English-speaking country. Application Process Submit an application highlighting relevant data science or quantitative experience. Complete any required screening or technical assessments. Demonstrate statistical reasoning and analytical problem-solving skills. If selected, begin evaluating AI-generated outputs and developing data science evaluation tasks. About Synthires Synthires is recruiting data science and quantitative professionals for an AI research project focused on improving model accuracy, statistical reasoning, and analytical capabilities.