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Earth Scientist & Geologist, AI Research Tasks

$40 – $100 / hour

Hourly contractRemoteFlexible, part-time (10–40 hrs/week)Paid weekly in USD

At a glance

  • $40 – $100 / hourPaid weekly in USD
  • Hourly contractIndependent contractor · Expert
  • RemoteWork from anywhere with a stable connection.
  • Flexible, part-time (10–40 hrs/week)Choose your own hours.
  • Ongoing, project-based Starts when a matching project opens · Rolling applications

Role overview

Build reproducible terminal-based tasks from Earth-science research workflows and review AI answers. Work is remote and part-time, and you start paid tasks after a short recorded interview.

Key responsibilities

  • Build terminal-based research tasks
  • Use geospatial data and models
  • Write automated evaluation checks
  • Review AI earth-science answers

Ideal qualifications

  • Research experience in Earth sciences or geology
  • Scientific programming (Python)
  • Clear technical writing
  • Flexible availability

Compensation and contract terms

  • $40 – $100 / hour. Paid weekly in USD. Typical rate $40–$100 per hour, confirmed after a short paid assessment.
  • Hourly contract. You are engaged as an independent contractor.
  • Remote. Flexible, part-time (10–40 hrs/week), on your own schedule.
  • Paid weekly in USD for approved work.
  • Projects can be extended, shortened or ended early depending on project needs and quality.

Application process

  1. ApplyCreate a free profile and upload your CV.
  2. InterviewAbout 20 minutes. You need a laptop or desktop with a camera and microphone.
  3. ID and credential checkWe verify your identity and the qualifications the role needs.
  4. Matched to projectsOnce verified, you are invited to paid projects that fit your skills.

Free to apply. Vettedlance never charges candidates, and will never ask you to pay for training, tests or equipment.

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