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STEM Expert (MSc./PhD) at micro1
Domain experts in chemistry, biology, mathematics, physics, earth science or robotics solve hard problems, use Python for calculations or simulations, and judge whether AI-generated answers are technically correct. The listing describes the role as very coding heavy. No particular degree or length of experience is strictly required if expertise can be shown.
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What you would do
- Work through hard science, math and technical problems from your field
- Check AI-produced solutions for factual, math and science errors
- Identify incorrect assumptions, reasoning errors and missing constraints
What the listing asks for
- Deep expertise in a relevant STEM or scientific field
- Practical skill with Python or another coding language
- Strong quantitative and scientific problem-solving ability
- Experience using coding agents in your workflow
- Expertise may come from research, industry, teaching or independent work
Suits professionals who combine deep subject expertise in one science or math field with day-to-day Python and coding-agent use.
The listing as micro1 posted it
This is micro1's public listing for the role, read October 29, 2026, with dashes and placeholder links cleaned up. The listing is micro1's text; the summary above and everything below it is ours.
STEM Expert
Pay: $60-$120/hour
Location: Global, fully remote
Job Type: Contractor (~15 hours per week)
Schedule: Flexible - you choose the hours and days you work, including weekends if desired
We are looking for highly skilled STEM and scientific-domain experts to contribute to an AI training project involving technical problem-solving, scientific reasoning, data analysis, and Python.
The work involves solving, reviewing, and validating challenging problems within your area of expertise. A representative task may require analyzing a scientific or mathematical problem, developing a rigorous solution, using Python to perform calculations or simulations, and evaluating whether an AI-generated answer is technically correct.
This is a very coding heavy role. Candidates but have experience using coding agents in their workflow.
Candidates are not expected to be experts across every STEM discipline. We are looking for deep expertise in at least one of the following areas
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Earth Science / Geoscience / Environmental Science
- Robotics
Adjacent scientific or quantitative disciplines may also be considered where the candidate's expertise is directly relevant.
What You’ll Work On
- Solve complex scientific, mathematical, or technical problems within your domain of expertise.
- Review AI-generated solutions for factual, mathematical, and scientific correctness.
- Identify incorrect assumptions, reasoning errors, missing constraints, and subtle technical mistakes.
Required Qualifications
- Strong expertise in at least one relevant STEM or scientific domain.
- Practical proficiency with Python or other coding languages.
- Strong scientific, mathematical, or quantitative problem-solving ability.
Relevant Python tools may include NumPy, SciPy, pandas, SymPy, Jupyter, or domain-specific scientific libraries. No particular Python library is mandatory.
Expertise may come from academic research, industry, teaching, engineering, independent technical work, or other demonstrated experience. A specific degree or number of years of experience is not strictly required if you can demonstrate strong expertise in your field.
Process
- Apply to the role and complete the screening questions.
- Complete an AI interview of approximately 30 minutes.
- Complete the hiring manager review.
Compensation Structure
Compensation is output-based. Experts are paid per task that meets the project specifications. The time required to complete each task may vary depending on the expert’s experience and workflow.
Minimum submission requirements apply.
Start Timeline & Availability
We typically fill roles within 48 hours and are looking for experts who are ready to begin immediately. If selected, you will be expected to start your first task within 24-48 hours of completing onboarding.
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Pay and terms
The listing states $60 to $120 per hour. That is micro1's listed rate for the project. It is not a promise of earnings, and the listing does not guarantee a number of hours. The same listing also says pay is output-based, paid per task that meets the project specifications, so what you earn per hour depends on how fast you complete accepted tasks.
micro1 engages experts as contractors. Its help library says payments are made in USD twice a month and that contracts and payroll run through Deel. Payments cannot be processed until identity verification there is complete. Read our micro1 review for what workers say about project availability and support.
Before you apply
Science listings often ask for a master's degree or PhD in the field. Have your degree, field and publication or research background ready to describe.
Applying starts with an AI interview, then certification, then matching to projects by recruiters. micro1 says certification does not guarantee a project, so treat this as flexible work and not as a job offer. The how to become an AI trainer guide walks through each step.
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People also ask
What is a STEM specialist?
At micro1, the closest match is the STEM Expert listing: a domain expert in chemistry, biology, mathematics, physics, earth science or robotics who solves hard problems, uses Python for calculations or simulations, and judges whether AI-generated answers are technically correct. It is remote contractor work of about 15 hours a week, with a listed rate of $60 to $120 per hour.
How do you become a STEM specialist?
For this micro1 role, you show deep expertise in at least one listed field. The listing says a particular degree or length of experience is not strictly mandatory when you can prove strong expertise, which can come from research, industry, teaching or independent work. The steps are screening questions, an AI interview of roughly 30 minutes and a hiring manager review. See how to become an AI trainer for prep tips.
What are STEM skills examples?
For this micro1 role, the listing names deep expertise in one area, such as chemistry, biology, mathematics, physics, earth science or robotics, plus practical Python or other coding and strong quantitative problem-solving. Python tools it mentions include NumPy, SciPy, pandas, SymPy and Jupyter, though none is mandatory. It also calls the role very coding heavy.
What does STEM careers stand for?
STEM stands for science, technology, engineering and mathematics. On this micro1 listing, the STEM Expert role asks for deep expertise in at least one area among chemistry, biology, mathematics, physics, earth science or robotics, plus practical Python skills. Adjacent scientific or quantitative disciplines may also be considered where the expertise is directly relevant.
How much does the STEM Expert (MSc./PhD) role at micro1 pay?
The listing states $60 to $120 per hour. That is micro1's listed rate for the project, not a promise of earnings, and hours are not guaranteed. The listing also says pay is output-based, paid per accepted task, so your hourly earnings depend on how quickly you complete tasks. Check the listing itself for the current figure.
Is the STEM Expert (MSc./PhD) role remote?
Yes. The listing describes it as remote work. On where you can be based, it says: remote, worldwide. Read the eligibility line on the listing before you apply.
How do I apply for the STEM Expert (MSc./PhD) role?
Open the listing on micro1's site and apply there. Applying starts with an AI interview, followed by certification and matching to projects by recruiters. micro1 says certification does not guarantee a project. Our how to become an AI trainer guide covers each step.
Is this listing still open?
We read micro1's public listing on October 29, 2026. Roles close without notice, so confirm on the listing itself. If it has closed, the other science and research roles on this site are linked below.
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Sources and method
- micro1 public job listing for this role, read October 29, 2026. The summary, task and requirement lines are our paraphrase of that listing.
- The questions under People also ask: Google's related questions for this kind of role in the United States, as reported by Ahrefs, pulled October 29, 2026. Answers are ours, written from the listing and from our own sourced micro1 pages.
- micro1 help library and expert guide for payment timing and the hiring steps, read 17 October 2026.
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