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Life Sciences Subject Matter Expert

@ Altis

Remote in Canada

$40/hrRemoteContract3+ years experience
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Overview

Altis is hiring a Life Sciences Subject Matter Expert for a fully remote AI training contract. The work involves reviewing and evaluating scientific information, assessing accuracy, and writing well-reasoned responses to help train AI systems. The posting states an initial 4-week contract with a minimum of 10 hours per week, a flexible schedule, and possible ongoing work.

Pay:

From $40 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Review and evaluate complex scientific or technical information
  • Assess information for accuracy, relevance, and quality
  • Identify errors, inconsistencies, or areas requiring improvement
  • Provide clear, well-reasoned written responses

Requirements summary:

  • Master's degree or PhD in biology or a related field
  • At least three years of pharmaceutical, biotech, or academic lab experience
  • Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills
  • Familiarity with generative AI tools
  • Comfort working remotely and self-directed

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Employer posting date
2026-09-03
First seen by our source
2026-10-11
Source record updated
2026-10-11

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
Experience3+ years
Hours per week10
Scheduleday, evening
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingHome
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
Encouraged to applyWomen, Racialized people, Indigenous peoples, People with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+
EducationMaster’s degree (required), Doctorate (required)
Fields of studyBiology, Molecular biology, Cell biology, Genetics, Immunology
Perks mentionedFlexible hours

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Since 1989, Altis has been a Canadian staffing leader and is one of Canada’s largest independent staffing firms, connecting top talent to meaningful work across industries and sectors. More than just your staffing firm, we’re your staffing partner. Our specialized, expert recruiters consult with you to understand your sector and specific talent needs, and then source the most qualified candidates, from entry-level to executive management, at the most competitive rates. Every year, we place more than 4,000 experienced candidates nationwide, fueling our clients’ businesses while building careers worth celebrating.

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  • 102 Bank St, Suite 300, Ottawa, ON K1P 5N4, CA
  • 330 Bay Street, Suite 700, Toronto, ON M5H 2S8, CA
  • 905 West Pender St, Suite 405, Vancouver, British Columbia V6C 1L6, CA
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  • recruitment
  • IT staffing
  • F&A staffing
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Since 1989, Altis has been a Canadian staffing leader and is one of Canada’s largest independent staffing firms, connecting top talent to meaningful work across industries and sectors. More than just your staffing firm, we’re your staffing partner. Our specialized, expert recruiters consult with you to understand your sector and specific talent needs, and then source the most qualified candidates, from entry-level…

FieldValue
IndustryStaffing and Recruiting
Company size51-200 employees
HeadquartersOttawa, ON
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded1989
SpecialtiesstaffingrecruitmentIT staffingF&A staffingand Administration & Support staffing
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Job description

Life Sciences Subject Matter Expert – AI Training

Location: Remote
Contract: Initial 4-week contract, with potential for ongoing opportunities
Hours: Minimum 10 hours per week
Schedule: Flexible

The Opportunity

We are seeking experienced Life Sciences professionals for a fully remote project where you will apply your subject matter expertise, analytical skills, and professional judgment to specialized project work supporting the training and improvement of AI systems.

This opportunity is ideal for professionals with strong academic or industry experience who are interested in applying their expertise in a flexible, project-based environment while contributing to the development and improvement of AI systems.

Work can be completed throughout the week, allowing you to manage your own schedule while meeting project requirements and deadlines.

What You'll Do

Depending on your area of expertise, you may:

  • Review and evaluate complex scientific or technical information

  • Apply subject matter expertise to help train and improve AI systems

  • Assess information for accuracy, relevance, and quality

  • Identify errors, inconsistencies, or areas requiring improvement

  • Analyze scientific concepts, research, or technical materials

  • Provide clear, well-reasoned written responses

  • Follow detailed project guidelines and quality standards

  • Complete work independently while managing your own schedule

What We're Looking For

We're looking for individuals who bring:

  • A master's degree or PhD in Biology or a directly related field, including molecular biology, cell biology, genetics, immunology, neuroscience, biochemistry, bioinformatics, or computational biology

  • At least three years of professional experience in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or academic research laboratory setting

  • Current PhD candidates in a related field may also be considered

  • Strong subject matter knowledge within their area of specialization

  • Excellent analytical and critical-thinking skills

  • Strong written communication skills

  • High attention to detail and accuracy

  • The ability to evaluate complex information independently

  • Familiarity with generative AI tools and an understanding of how human expertise and feedback can be used to train and improve AI systems

  • Comfort working in a remote, self-directed environment

  • The ability to commit to a minimum of 10 hours per week

Why Consider This Opportunity?

  • Fully remote project work

  • Flexible schedule that can be managed around your existing commitments

  • Minimum commitment of 10 hours per week

  • Apply your Life Sciences expertise in a flexible, project-based environment

  • Gain hands-on exposure to the training and improvement of AI systems

  • Potential for ongoing project opportunities following the initial 4-week contract

Interested?

If you have a background in Life Sciences and are interested in applying your expertise to a flexible remote project supporting the training and improvement of AI systems, we'd like to hear from you.

Please apply with an up-to-date resume highlighting your education, professional experience, and areas of subject matter expertise.

Qualified applicants will be contacted to discuss the opportunity and next steps.



We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals.All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.
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