Chemical Safety & Toxicology Specialist (Remote, $50-$90/hr)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Chemical Safety & Toxicology Specialist to work remotely on a contract basis. You will provide expert analysis, guidance, and feedback on chemical safety, toxicological risk, and hazardous‑substance scenarios to support AI model training and compliance initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Analyze and evaluate data related to chemical safety, toxicological risk, precursor chemicals, and hazardous‑substance scenarios.
• Review, annotate, and critique documents, datasets, and model outputs concerning chemical weapons, toxicology, and hazardous materials.
• Offer expert perspectives on non‑proliferation standards, regulatory protocols, and safety operations for chemical handling.
• Develop and refine guidelines for assessing chemical and toxicological hazards in realistic and hypothetical situations.
• Interpret and explain implications of chemical interactions, exposure risks, and toxicity profiles for AI training purposes.
• Collaborate remotely with project coordinators, providing written and verbal clarifications as needed.
• Identify gaps or inaccuracies in content or model assessments related to chemical safety and toxicology.

Required profile

• Advanced degree (PhD, MD, JD, PsyD, or relevant master’s) in chemistry, toxicology, industrial hygiene, or a closely related field.
• Minimum professional experience in chemical weapons non‑proliferation, hazardous‑materials handling, toxicological risk assessment, or chemical safety protocols.
• Background as an independent consultant, policy advisor, response specialist, or safety officer in industry, government, or research settings.
• Expertise in controlled substances, precursor risk evaluation, or non‑proliferation regulatory frameworks.
• Proven ability to communicate complex technical information clearly in both written and verbal formats.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate ranging from $50 to $90.
• Fully remote work with flexible weekly hours (10‑40 hrs).
• Opportunity to influence AI safety and compliance in a high‑impact domain.