Biopharma Expert

andshake is seeking biopharma PhDs to support AI research through flexible, hourly contract work. This is not a traditional full-time law firm, in-house counsel, or government role. You’ll use your real-world legal expertise and professional judgment to evaluate AI-generated content and provide feedback that helps AI better understand legal analysis, statutory interpretation, case law reasoning, drafting standards, and professional legal communication.

This is an ongoing, project-based opportunity that can be done alongside your primary employment.

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Details

This project involves leveraging your expertise as a Biopharmaceutical PhD to design scientifically rigorous, industry-relevant prompts and evaluate AI-generated responses for technical accuracy, sound scientific reasoning, clarity, and alignment with real-world biopharmaceutical research and development practices.

• Status: Independent contractor (not a full-time employee role)
• Location: Fully remote; work from anywhere with a reliable internet connection and access to a desktop or laptop computer
• Schedule: Flexible and asynchronous, with no minimum hour requirement. Many contributors work approximately 5–20 hours per week when assigned to an active project
• Duration: The Handshake AI program runs year-round, with projects opening periodically across different areas of expertise. Placement depends on current project needs, with opportunities to be considered for future projects as they become available

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a PhD in Biopharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Chemical Biology, Immunology, Molecular Biology, or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated doctoral-level expertise is required in one or more of the following areas:
• • Genomics & Genetic Engineerin
  • Protein & Antibody Engineering
  • RNA Therapeutics & Expression Design
  • Synthetic Biology & Whole-Cell / Systems Modeling
  • Drug Discovery, ADMET, Toxicology & Chemistry-Driven Discovery
  • Immunology & Vaccine Development
  • Pharmaceutical / Big Pharma Industry Experience
• Candidates should demonstrate rigorous scientific training, deep domain expertise, and applied experience aligned with real-world biopharmaceutical research and development practices.
• No prior AI or technical experience is required.

Work authorization information

F-1 students who are eligible for CPT or OPT may be eligible for projects on Handshake AI. Work with your Designated School Official to determine your eligibility.  If your school requires a CPT course, Handshake AI may not meet your school’s requirements. STEM OPT is not supported. See our Help Center article for more information on what types of work authorizations are supported on Handshake AI.