Biochemistry Expert, Protein Verification

Job overview

The Biochemistry Expert, Protein Verification role is remote, with a stated commitment of 10–20 hours per week and a minimum duration of one to two months, with extension likely. Compensation is $60–$100 per hour. Mercor connects technical talent with AI research labs; this project supports AI drug discovery pipelines. The expert verifies protein target assignments against primary sources and UniProt records, classifies errors, and proposes corrected accessions. Evidence-grounded notes and independent, asynchronous work help improve data accuracy and reliability for research workflows.

What you'll do

• Review papers and patents to verify protein target assignments against UniProt
• flag and classify assignment errors using a structured taxonomy
• propose correct UniProt accessions
• write concise evidence-grounded reasoning notes
• work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines and maintain data integrity.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

biochemistry expert

protein verification

remote

mercor

uniprot

protein target assignments

ai drug discovery

biochemistry

molecular biology

10–20 hours/week

$60–$100/hr

1–2 month minimum

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The description identifies the position as a contract role, with a remote location, immediate start, and 10–20 hours per week.

About the employer

Mercor is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services. Sector: 54.