This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Engage in discussions with AI models regarding laboratory processes and theoretical questions in synthetic biology.

• Assess the accuracy and logical consistency of model responses.

• Document reproducible error traces and outline failure modes.

• Propose enhancements to prompt engineering and evaluation criteria.

• Test advanced language models on various synthetic biology topics to strengthen model reasoning.

⛳️ Requirements

• Proficient knowledge in synthetic biology, genetic circuit design, metabolic engineering, genome editing (CRISPR/Cas systems), systems biology, biomanufacturing, and computational modeling.

• Capability to challenge advanced language models concerning gene synthesis, chassis organism optimization, promoter and ribosome binding site tuning, pathway assembly, biosafety and ethical issues, and innovative technologies.

• Competence in discussing laboratory workflows and theoretical concepts related to synthetic biology.

• Skill in verifying factual correctness and logical coherence.

• Ability to document reproducible error traces and recommend improvements for prompt engineering and evaluation metrics.

• A PhD in synthetic biology, molecular biology, bioengineering, or a closely related field in life sciences is preferred.

• Evidence of fit through peer-reviewed publications, practical experience with synthetic biology techniques, or work experience in industrial or academic bioengineering laboratories.

• Strong metacognitive communication skills and the ability to demonstrate thought processes.

• Must possess a secure computer and have high-speed internet access as a contractor.