Remote Materials Science Specialist | Technical & Domain Staffing

RemoteWork Talent Agency has an immediate remote opening for a Remote Materials Science Specialist | Technical & Domain Staffing earning $80 - $150/hour. In this flexible work-from-home engagement (open to candidates in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, NZ, and Ireland), you will apply practical mastery of Python, Materials Science to stress-test large language models, verify factual rigor, and build gold-standard evaluation datasets.

Key Duties & Project Scope

• Model relationships between composition, structure, processing, properties, and performance.
• Run atomistic, electronic-structure, molecular-dynamics, continuum, electrochemical, or related simulations.
• Use Python to generate inputs, automate calculations, conduct parameter sweeps, process results, and validate outputs.
• An MS or PhD in Materials Science and Engineering, Metallurgy, or a closely related discipline; or
• An MS or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering with a substantial materials specialization.
• Strong understanding of materials behavior and relevant structure-property relationships.
• Practical background using computational materials modeling, simulation, characterization, or materials-focused engineering analysis.

Candidate Requirements

• 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.
• Compensation Band: $80 - $150/hour

Pay Rate & Contract Overview

• Compensation Rate: $80 - $150/hour (contract specialist remuneration)
• Work Arrangement: 100% Remote / Work From Home
• Eligible Remote Countries: United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, and South Africa
• Core Competencies: Python, Materials Science
• Hiring Agency: RemoteWork Talent Agency

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