Remote - Advanced Scientific Problem Design Expert - $65 - $105/hour

About the role

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. By submitting this application, you acknowledge that