Research Assistant
Taskify AI
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Job Description
Research Assistant at Taskify AI (Remote)
Taskify AI is seeking a talented Research Assistant to partner with a leading AI research team on a large-scale supervised fine-tuning (SFT) initiative. This project aims to enhance how advanced language models respond to real-world questions. This flexible, project-based independent contractor opportunity is ideal for strong writers and critical thinkers with excellent reasoning and communication skills who want to contribute to applied AI research while managing their own schedule.
Key Responsibilities
- Create realistic prompts reflecting natural human inquiry across general topics.
- Review and edit AI-generated responses for clarity, accuracy, and usefulness.
- Write high-quality human-authored responses to selected prompts.
- Generate small variations of prompts to test nuanced model behavior.
- Evaluate responses across varying lengths, tones, and instructional styles.
- Identify ambiguities, weaknesses, or failure cases in model outputs.
Ideal Qualifications
- Current undergraduate or graduate student, or recent graduate.
- Strong written communication and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to synthesize information clearly and accurately.
- High attention to detail and comfort comparing similar written responses.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote environment.
- Applicants from diverse academic backgrounds are encouraged.
Engagement Details
- Fully remote and asynchronous – work on your own schedule.
- Expected commitment: approximately 10–40 hours per week.
- Project-based engagement with potential for extension.
- Work performed on an independent contractor basis.
Compensation & Contract Terms
This role offers a compensation of $35–$45 per hour, based on experience and performance, classified as an independent contractor.
Application Process
To apply, submit your resume and complete a brief background form. Selected applicants will be invited to complete a short sample task.
Key skills/competency
- AI Research
- Language Models
- Supervised Fine-tuning (SFT)
- Prompt Engineering
- Content Writing
- Critical Thinking
- Data Annotation
- Copyediting
- Remote Work
- Time Management
How to Get Hired at Taskify AI
- Research Taskify AI's mission: Understand their role in AI development and client partnerships.
- Tailor your resume: Highlight writing, critical thinking, and independent work experience for Taskify AI.
- Showcase relevant skills: Emphasize any experience with language analysis, content creation, or data evaluation.
- Prepare for sample tasks: Expect practical assessments demonstrating your writing and critical thinking abilities.
- Demonstrate remote readiness: Discuss your ability to manage time and work asynchronously effectively.
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