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Computer Scientist | Remote

Posted 1 day ago by Crossing Hurdles

Summary: The role of Computer Science PhD Researcher involves contributing expertise to a high-impact data creation project for a leading LLM lab. The position is fully remote with a flexible schedule, requiring 4 to 6 tasks per week that demand high-quality, focused work. Candidates must hold a PhD in Computer Science and demonstrate strong analytical skills and the ability to work independently. Compensation ranges from $70 to $90 per hour, paid weekly as an independent contractor.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Contribute deep CS expertise to a high-impact data creation project.
  • Generate rigorous, domain-specific problems for frontier models.
  • Work remotely with a fully flexible schedule and no fixed hours requirement.
  • Complete 4 to 6 tasks per week, each requiring several hours of focused work.
  • Communicate findings and reasoning clearly in excellent written English.
  • Engage independently and manage deliverables without direct supervision.

Key Skills:

  • Completed PhD in Computer Science from a top-tier university.
  • Ability to produce high-quality, technically rigorous problem sets.
  • Strong analytical depth appropriate for training and evaluating advanced LLMs.
  • Ability to follow complex, multi-step instructions accurately.
  • Excellent written communication skills.

Salary (Rate): £70.00/hr

City: undetermined

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Computer Science PhD Researcher Remote | Contract | $70 $90/hr | 4 6 Tasks/Week Quick Snapshot Contribute deep CS expertise to a high-impact data creation project supporting one of the world's leading LLM labs Generate rigorous, domain-specific problems that directly shape the next generation of frontier models Fully flexible schedule work remotely on your own time with no fixed hours requirement Ongoing engagement with rolling applications; projects can be extended based on performance and need $70 $90/hr, paid weekly via Stripe or Wise as an independent contractor Expect 4 6 tasks per week, each requiring several hours of focused, high-quality work Short screening process (20 40 minutes total, including a brief interview) Requirements Hold a completed PhD in Computer Science from a top-tier university Produce high-quality, technically rigorous problem sets with precision and attention to detail Follow complex, multi-step instructions accurately and consistently across tasks Communicate findings and reasoning clearly in excellent written English Engage independently and manage deliverables without direct supervision Demonstrate strong analytical depth appropriate for training and evaluating advanced LLMs Must be eligible to work as an independent contractor (H-1B and STEM OPT candidates are not supported at this time) Application Process Apply for the opportunity using the Easy Apply button. Applications will be evaluated based on the requirements of the opportunity. Candidates selected to proceed will receive an email with additional instructions. Use the instructions in the email to complete the remaining application steps.

Rate:
£0/year
Location:
United Kingdom
IR35 Status:
Inside
Remote Status:
Remote
Industry:
IT
Seniority Level:
Not Specified

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