Clinical, Microbiome & Translational Research Scientist (PhD) - Remote

Clinical, Microbiome & Translational Research Scientist (PhD) - Remote Job Type: Contract Work Location: Remote – Worldwide Openings: 50 Compensation: $93,600–$187,200 annually ($45–$90/hour) Experience Level: PhD / Advanced Research Field: Microbiology, Microbiome Research, Bioinformatics & Translational Medicine About the Role Are you a PhD-qualified scientist with expertise in microbiome research, clinical bioinformatics, or translational life sciences? We are seeking experienced researchers to contribute to the development and evaluation of next-generation artificial intelligence (AI) systems. In this remote contract opportunity, you will apply your scientific knowledge, research experience, and analytical expertise to help improve how advanced AI models interpret biological data, reason through complex scientific problems, and generate reliable research insights. You will develop challenging, research-driven scientific questions, evaluate AI-generated scientific outputs, validate complex biological interpretations, and create high-quality reference solutions grounded in peer-reviewed literature and established research methodologies. This opportunity is particularly suited to researchers with advanced expertise in microbiome science, metagenomics, clinical genomics, and translational bioinformatics who can critically evaluate scientific evidence and communicate complex findings with precision. Key Responsibilities Design and develop challenging, expert-level scientific problems in microbiome research, metagenomics, clinical bioinformatics, and translational life sciences. Create accurate, reproducible, and verifiable reference solutions to complex biological and clinical research questions. Evaluate AI-generated scientific outputs for accuracy, methodological rigor, statistical validity, and depth of reasoning. Identify subtle scientific errors, inappropriate assumptions, analytical limitations, and unsupported conclusions that require specialist knowledge to detect. Develop detailed evaluation rubrics, benchmarks, and reference answers grounded in primary scientific literature and established methodologies. Apply domain expertise across 16S rRNA sequencing, shotgun metagenomics, microbiome profiling, virome analysis, host–microbiome interactions, and microbial community characterization. Assess research involving biomarker discovery, clinical genomics, oncology, immunology, and omics-driven precision medicine. Evaluate statistical approaches and computational workflows used in high-dimensional biological and clinical datasets. Document scientific reasoning and provide clear explanations that enable other specialists to independently review and validate findings. Participate in iterative feedback, quality assurance, and peer-review processes to maintain high scientific standards. Required Qualifications Applicants must meet the following requirements: PhD in Microbiology, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Immunology, Epidemiology, or a closely related scientific discipline. Hands-on research experience in an academic, clinical, or industry research laboratory. Wet-lab experience is an advantage. Strong understanding of scientific research methodologies, biological data analysis, and research interpretation. Demonstrated expertise in at least one or more relevant areas of microbiome science, metagenomics, clinical bioinformatics, or translational research. Excellent analytical reasoning, scientific writing, and technical documentation skills. Professional proficiency in written and spoken English (C1 level or higher). Ability to communicate complex scientific concepts accurately and clearly. Preferred Technical Expertise Experience in the following areas will be highly advantageous: 1. Microbiome Research & Metagenomics 16S rRNA sequencing and microbiome profiling. Shotgun metagenomic sequencing and microbial community analysis. Microbial taxonomy, functional profiling, and diversity analysis. Vir