Research and development

Research Specialist (Remote)

Hired

New ZealandToday
ContractMid level

What the role involves

  • Investigating research questions
  • Evaluating source relevance
  • Documenting research findings

What they ask for

At least 18 years old; able to communicate in English; able to investigate a defined subject and judge source relevance; able to document specialized findings; reliable high-speed internet and suitable home-working setup; currently residing in an eligible country

About the job

  • Role: Research Specialist (Remote)
  • Location: Remote (Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, United Kingdom, United States)
  • Pay: US$18 per hour

Applicants must currently reside in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom or the United States.

Overview

We are recruiting a Research Specialist for AI projects. You will examine specialized research questions, compare evidence against defined questions, and prepare subject-focused evidence summaries for review, keeping the evidence trail and open questions clear.

Key Responsibilities

  • Investigate specialized research questions using subject-specific sources and documented evidence.
  • Evaluate source relevance and compare findings within the defined subject area.
  • Document source details, methods, context, and limitations for each finding.
  • Prepare subject-focused evidence summaries, linking conclusions to supporting evidence.
  • Flag thin evidence, disputed terminology, or unresolved subject questions for further review.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years old and able to communicate in English.
  • Ability to investigate a defined subject using relevant source material.
  • Ability to judge source relevance and document specialized findings.
  • Reliable high-speed internet and a suitable home-working setup.
  • Previous specialist research, subject analysis, or evidence review experience is helpful but not required.

Equal Opportunity

We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds. Applicants are considered based on relevant skills, qualifications and project eligibility requirements, without discrimination on grounds protected by applicable law.

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