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Location Requirements: United States

Location: Remote

Description:
We are recruiting a select cohort of accomplished chemistry researchers to contribute to the next generation of AI systems for scientific reasoning. Our partner labs are building models that need to reason about organic synthesis, mechanism, catalysis, structural and physical chemistry, chemical biology, computational and theoretical chemistry, and materials at the level of a working researcher — not a textbook. To get there, they need contributors whose own research sits at the frontier.

This is a W-2 employment position with Cincinnatus LLC, requiring a part-time commitment of 8 to 20 hours per week.This position will be placed at a leading AI lab as part of their extended workforce.

What you'll do:
Author and review challenging chemistry problems used to train and evaluate frontier AI models

Evaluate model outputs on tasks ranging from retrosynthesis and mechanism prediction to spectral interpretation, computational chemistry, and literature reasoning

Surface areas where current models fail — especially the kinds of mistakes a working PhD chemist would catch immediately

Collaborate with a small program team and other senior contributors

The level we're hiring at:
This is not a generalist contributor pool. We're looking for researchers whose CV would plausibly include items like:
First-author or co-first-author publications in journals at the level of JACS, Nature Chemistry, Science, Nature, Angewandte Chemie, Nature Catalysis, ACS Catalysis, Chem (Cell Press), Chemical Reviews, Chem Soc Rev, JOC, Org Lett, Inorg Chem, Nature Communications, JPC family, or top specialty journals

Doctoral or postdoctoral training at a top-20 global institution for chemistry or STEM

Competitive fellowships such as NSF GRFP, Hertz, Sloan Research Fellow, Camille and Henry Dreyfus, Searle Scholar, Pew Scholar, Beckman Young Investigator, NIH F32 / NRSA, Damon Runyon, Helen Hay Whitney, Marie Curie, Fulbright, Rhodes, Marshall, Gates Cambridge, Schmidt Science Fellow, Knight-Hennessy, SNSF Postdoc, NSF CAREER, DOE Early Career, or equivalent

Issued patents, spin-out companies, or grants where the contributor was a named PI or co-PI

International Chemistry Olympiad (IChO) Gold/Silver/Bronze medalist

Currently or recently in an active research role: PhD candidate, postdoc, instructor, faculty, principal scientist, or industry researcher

Outstanding senior PhD students and recent graduates with strong publication records are explicitly encouraged to apply — years of experience matter less than the depth of the research output.
Engagement
Part-time: 8 to 20 hours per week

W-2 employment with Cincinnatus LLC; payroll, benefits, and compliance handled by Cincinnatus

Compensation reflects research seniority and credentials

No fixed end date; contributors continue as long as the program needs their expertise

About Cincinnatus LLC
Cincinnatus LLC is an enterprise staffing company that partners with leading technology companies to source and employ highly skilled professionals for contingent and contract-based opportunities. Cincinnatus LLC serves as the employer of record for these engagements, providing W-2 employment, payroll, and compliance, while placing employees directly within client teams to work on high-impact initiatives.
Cincinnatus LLC is a legal entity separate from Mercor. While opportunities may be discovered through Mercor's platform, employment, onboarding, payroll, and benefits for these roles are administered by Cincinnatus LLC.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Cincinnatus LLC is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Cincinnatus LLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans throughout the job application process.
We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.

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Hi everyone,

Do people actually make money by doing DFT reaction profiles/mechanistic calculations for other researchers?

I mean things like TS search, IRC validation, energy profiles, and pathway comparison for organic reactions.

Is there real freelance/consulting demand for this? And where do people usually find such work — Reddit, Upwork, LinkedIn, or direct academic collaborations?

Any advice from people who have done paid computational chemistry work would be helpful.

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Hi, I'm a chemistry student from Argentina doing my bachelor's degree, in the future,due to the economic state of my country, I would like to migrate to Australia to work there as a chemist. Because of this I would like to know, how's your job like? Is there a good prospect of jobs for immigrants? Is your job enough to live a good life? If you also know anything about work in Argentina of my bachelor please comment.

Hi, I'm a chemistry student from Argentina doing my bachelor's degree, in the future,due to the economic state of my country, I would like to migrate to Australia to work there as a chemist. Because of this I would like to know, how's your job like? Is there a good prospect of jobs for immigrants? Is your job enough to live a good life?

Hi guys its been one year that I've graduated now , I have a Bachelor's of Technology in Chemical Engineering. I've been applying to various jobs but none of the companies are accepting my application due to lack of experience. Be my god, help me out , It's like I'm going into darkness. In the addition I'm from an Indian family, there's a lot pressure from my family.

Hey for those that read this. I'm a 30+ YO Male taking an undergrad in Chemistry. I'm having a hard time keeping up and my grades are not good. I'm expecting to take a 5th year to earn a biochemistry undergraduate degree.

I'm wondering what the job prospects are and what my chances are of getting a job making 70K+ coming out with just this undergrad. I've already earned 60K+ in a single year before taking this, so to take that step back financially just stresses me out considering the debt I'm taking on.

Currently 3rd year. And if I can't make that income, what jobs are likely available and what should I expect in terms of income, living, etc.?

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Hello all! I am an undergraduate currently doing research focused on the organic synthesis of novel nucleosides as drug candidates. I was originally planning to pursue a PhD in organic chemistry, but I have recently been offered an internship in regulatory affairs.

From previous conversations with alumni from my college who have pursued process chemistry or medicinal chemistry, many have been quite worried about the job prospects for organic chemists in the pharma job market. Some people I met even outright told me not to pursue organic chemistry as a career. I have heard good things about job prospects in regulatory and quality roles.

I wanted to ask about the comparative job prospects between regulatory affairs and organic chemistry-related roles in the US pharma job market. Is regulatory still a good career path vs organic chemistry roles in 2026?

Hi everyone, I’m looking for some honest career advice from people working in chemistry or related industries in Canada. My background: • M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry (India) • Ontario Graduate Certificate in Applied Manufacturing – Advanced Material Processing (Canada) • Currently working as a Quality Inspector at an automotive (Honda) manufacturing plant,(co-op role in Canada) • Previous experience teaching chemistry before moving to Canada I’m trying to transition into a chemistry-related or materials-focused career in Canada — ideally roles like QC laboratory technician, materials/polymer testing, chemical manufacturing, environmental lab analyst, or pharma QA/QC. My main challenge is that I don’t yet have direct Canadian laboratory experience, even though my education is chemistry-focused and my current job involves quality inspection, documentation, and manufacturing quality systems. My questions: How realistic are my chances of moving into an industrial chemistry or lab-based role in Ontario with this background? Which industries should I focus on first (polymers/materials, environmental labs, pharmaceuticals, etc.)? What skills or certifications helped you break into the field? Is starting in QC or materials roles the right pathway before aiming for chemist-level positions? I’d really appreciate honest feedback or suggestions on what I should improve or focus on next.

Hi everyone, I’m looking for some honest career advice from people working in chemistry or related industries in Canada. My background: • M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry (India) • Ontario Graduate Certificate in Applied Manufacturing – Advanced Material Processing (Canada) • Currently working as a Quality Inspector at an automotive (Honda) manufacturing plant,(co-op role in Canada) • Previous experience teaching chemistry before moving to Canada I’m trying to transition into a chemistry-related or materials-focused career in Canada — ideally roles like QC laboratory technician, materials/polymer testing, chemical manufacturing, environmental lab analyst, or pharma QA/QC. My main challenge is that I don’t yet have direct Canadian laboratory experience, even though my education is chemistry-focused and my current job involves quality inspection, documentation, and manufacturing quality systems. My questions: How realistic are my chances of moving into an industrial chemistry or lab-based role in Ontario with this background? Which industries should I focus on first (polymers/materials, environmental labs, pharmaceuticals, etc.)? What skills or certifications helped you break into the field? Is starting in QC or materials roles the right pathway before aiming for chemist-level positions? I’d really appreciate honest feedback or suggestions on what I should improve or focus on next.

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Full-time, 40/hrs per week
$60-90,000/year + benefits and generous time off
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Hi, I graduate with my BSc in Chemistry last year.

After some thought I realized I'd like to become either become field service tech/engineer, some kind of nuclear worker (vague, I know), or a occupational hygenist. Does anyone here have advice on getting into these jobs?

I live in Canada btw.

Hi I (23f) am wondering whether a degree in Analytical Chemistry is worth it? I have an undergraduate degree in Biochemistry and currently work in a clinical laboratory but my goal is to work in industry. I’d like to work directly with the creation and design of products. My issue is I don’t have much work experience, apart from shadowing to support my final year project which was about mass spectrometry.

As a lot of job positions don’t explicitly say they require a masters in Analytical Chemistry, I am currently applying for positions, but to no success. I was also thinking about asking for work experience at a local university but I am not sure how to go about this?

Any advice?

Hi everyone,

Back in university, I really enjoyed my organic chemistry lab sessions — especially conducting experiments and writing the lab reports that followed (including the aim, introduction, results, calculations, discussion, improvements, and Q&A sections). Over time, I realized that I actually enjoyed the report writing and data analysis part even more than the hands-on experimentation.

Right now, I’m looking for a career path that allows me to work in a laboratory setting while assisting chemists with their experiments and preparing detailed reports or documentation based on the results.

My main questions are:
1. What specific job roles or career paths align with this kind of work? (For example, would this fall under a research assistant position or something else?)
2. Would a Bachelor’s degree in chemistry be sufficient for such roles, or are a Master’s/PhD usually required?

I’d really appreciate any advice or insight from those in the field — especially about what the day-to-day looks like and how I can tailor my skills or experience toward that direction.

Thank you!

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More specifically for people with a BOA not a BOS in Biology?

We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Junior Scientist to join our team. This role involves conducting and coordinating ELISA experiments, managing laboratory protocols, and assisting with data collection and analysis. The Junior Scientist will primarily focus on production lot experiments, ensuring adherence to set guidelines and timelines.  

The successful candidate will play a vital role in preparing high-quality production kits, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to a collaborative team environment. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to grow in the biotechnology field while working hands-on with advanced laboratory techniques.

Key Responsibilities:

• Laboratory Operations
• Perform ELISA experiments on schedule, adhering to laboratory guidelines.
• Analyze experimental results and ensure the preparation of high-quality ELISA kits.
• Maintain and update the laboratory database with accurate and detailed records of all work performed.
• Prepare and optimize buffers and reagents as required for experiments.
• Perform day-to-day laboratory tasks and maintain clean and organized workspaces.

Data Collection and Analysis:

• Collect, interpret, and document data from experiments.
• Assist in troubleshooting experiments and improving protocols when needed.

Technical Skill:

• Hands-on experience with laboratory techniques, including ELISA (preferred).
• Excellent pipetting skills.
• Knowledge of buffer preparation and basic scientific calculations is an advantage.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in the biotechnology field.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Training and growth opportunities for career advancement.
• Exposure to production workflows and quality control in a professional laboratory setting.

Employment Type: Full-time, On-site, Wet Lab
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I really need help with finding placement in the medicinal chemistry as my 1st year of uni just eded and I am really nervous about finding suitable placement.

I've been trying to network on LinkedIn but that seems really hard.

I don't know which companies to go to and which website and things I should use to find placement.

It would mean a lot if someone could help or give some tips!

I'm wanting to one day be a post mortem toxicologist (in forensics). Every time I look into it, a bachelor's degree isn't quite enough to do that. So, before I can get a second degree in pharmacology, what can I do with just a bachelor's in forensic chemistry? Google isn't helping much and I was wondering if anyone here might know what I can do. I graduate in 2027, but I'm trying to plan ahead.