Advanced Scientific Problem Design Expert

Remote | Advanced Scientific Problem Design Expert — $65–$105/hour

We are sharing a specialised part-time consulting opportunity for PhD-level professionals experienced in advanced STEM research, technical problem design, scientific reasoning, domain-specific evaluation, and structured analytical task development.

This role supports current and upcoming remote consulting opportunities focused on advanced scientific problem creation, domain-specific reasoning review, technical writing, research-informed task development, and high-quality project execution. Selected professionals will apply their subject matter expertise to create challenging problems in their field, evaluate technical reasoning, prepare structured written outputs, and support accurate, evidence-based STEM workflows.

Key Responsibilities

Professionals in this role may contribute to

Advanced STEM Problem Creation

Create difficult, domain-specific problems across fields such as mathematics, biology, chemistry, physics, computer science, statistics, economics, or related STEM areas
Develop problems that require advanced reasoning, technical accuracy, and strong subject matter understanding
Write clear reference solutions, expected reasoning paths, and structured answer explanations
Ensure submitted work reflects rigorous domain knowledge and high-quality technical standards
Technical Review & Scientific Reasoning
Review scientific or quantitative outputs for correctness, clarity, completeness, and reasoning quality
Evaluate assumptions, calculations, methodologies, and conclusions against domain-specific standards
Identify reasoning gaps, unsupported conclusions, ambiguity, and expected technical outcomes
Provide structured feedback that helps improve task quality and evaluation consistency

Research-Informed Task Development

Apply PhD-level research experience to design challenging tasks grounded in real scientific, mathematical, computational, or analytical concepts
Translate complex domain expertise into clear, structured, evaluable task formats
Work independently on technical assignments requiring sustained focus and careful written communication
Maintain accuracy, consistency, and professional judgment across submitted work

Ideal Profile

Strong candidates may have

PhD in a STEM field such as mathematics, biology, chemistry, physics, computer science, statistics, economics, engineering, or a related technical discipline
Strong subject matter expertise and ability to design difficult problems within a specialized domain
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
High attention to detail and strong analytical judgment
Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality technical outputs
Comfort working on ongoing remote projects with structured requirements and clear deadlines

Educational Background

PhD from a U.S., U.K., Canadian, European, or comparable research university in a STEM field is strongly preferred
Research experience, academic publications, teaching experience, technical writing, or advanced applied work is highly relevant
Equivalent high-level research or domain expertise may also be relevant depending on project scope

Nice to Have

Experience creating advanced problem sets, research tasks, technical assessments, or benchmark-style materials
Background in teaching, tutoring, academic research, peer review, technical evaluation, or scientific writing
Strong familiarity with mathematical notation, scientific methods, computational reasoning, data analysis, or domain-specific research tools
Ability to explain complex concepts clearly and precisely
Availability for approximately 15–20 hours per week, with potential for increased project volume depending on performance and project needs

Why This Opportunity

Apply PhD-level STEM expertise to structured remote project work
Contribute to high-quality scientific problem design, technical reasoning review, and advanced analytical task development
Work on flexible assignments aligned with your academic or research background
Use your subject matter judgment in a focused, rigorous review environment
Remote structure with competitive hourly compensation

Contract Details

Independent contractor role
Fully remote with flexible scheduling
Expected commitment of approximately 15–20 hours per week, with potential for expanded availability depending on project needs
Ongoing project structure with rolling applications
Competitive rates between $65–$105 per hour depending on expertise
Weekly payments via Stripe or Wise
Selected professionals may complete a short interview as part of the process
Projects may be extended, shortened, or adjusted depending on scope and performance
Work will not involve access to confidential or proprietary information from any employer, client, or institution

About the Platform

This opportunity is available through 24-MAG LLC. We connect experienced professionals with remote consulting opportunities across technical, evaluation, and project-based workstreams.

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