About the job
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About Mindrift
Mindrift connects skilled professionals with project-based AI work for top technology companies. Projects focus on testing, evaluating, and improving AI systems. Engagements are project-specific and do not represent permanent employment.
Role Overview
This freelance role involves designing and validating computational biology challenges for AI training. All work is remote and project-based.
Key Responsibilities
- Create original computational biology problems that reflect real-world research workflows
- Develop challenges that require Python programming to solve, using tools such as Numpy, SciPy, and BioPython
- Ensure problems are computationally intensive and cannot be solved manually in a short timeframe
- Design tasks involving complex reasoning in areas like bioinformatics, systems biology, and molecular modeling
- Base challenges on real research questions or practical scenarios from biological practice
- Validate solutions in Python with standard computational biology libraries
- Document each problem clearly and provide verified correct answers
Who Should Apply
This project suits biology professionals with strong Python skills who are interested in flexible, part-time work. Preferred qualifications:
- Degree in Biology or a related field
- Proficiency in Python for numerical validation; experience with MATLAB, R, C, SQL, Numpy, Pandas, SciPy, or other relevant libraries is also welcome
- Minimum 2 years of experience in applied, research, or teaching roles
- Background in biological data analysis and algorithm development
- Familiarity with bioinformatics tools and computational methods
- Strong written English skills at C1 level or above
How the Process Works
- Apply
- Complete qualifications
- Join a project
- Carry out assigned tasks
- Receive compensation
Project Time Commitment
During active project phases, tasks typically require 10–20 hours per week. Actual workload depends on project needs and is not guaranteed outside of active periods.
Compensation
Contributors can earn up to $17 per hour based on contribution level and pace. Pay may vary by project, depending on complexity and expertise required. Other projects on the platform may offer different rates according to their specific needs.

