Research Engineer – Python (STEM) | $90/hr Remote

Role overview

You will serve as a STEM-Coding Expert (Math, Physics, Chemistry, Biology) on an hourly remote contract (10–40 hours/week). The work focuses on translating high-impact scientific research into gold-standard, testable Python solutions.

Responsibilities

• Identify and analyze high-impact research papers that propose novel, code-implementable methods.
• Break down complex scientific problems into logical, independently testable subproblems.
• Produce Python implementations for each subproblem and create unit tests to verify correctness.
• Review and improve peer prompts, golden solutions, and unit tests for:
  • accuracy
  • comprehensiveness
  • appropriate difficulty

Requirements

• STEM degree (e.g., Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biochemistry) or related computational sciences.
• Strong Python skills with scientific computing experience using tools such as:
  • NumPy, SciPy, Matplotlib, JAX
  • domain libraries like RDKit or OpenMM
• Ability to translate dense academic work into clear, structured problem statements for technical audiences.
• Proficiency with Git, including branch management and pull request workflows.
• Familiarity with pytest and ability to write validation scripts for mathematical/scientific code.

Application process

• Upload resume
• 15-minute interview
• Submit the form