Soil and Water Conservation Scientist (AI Training) About The Role We're looking for experienced soil and water conservation scientists to help evaluate and improve AI systems trained on sustainable land and water management. Your scientific expertise will directly shape how AI understands and communicates critical conservation topics — from erosion control to watershed management — making a real-world impact on how these technologies serve scientists, planners, and land managers.
Organization: Alignerr
Type: Hourly Contract
Location: Remote
Commitment: Flexible, asynchronous
What You'll Do
Review AI-generated soil and water conservation scenarios for scientific accuracy and practical soundness
Assess content related to erosion control, watershed management, soil health, and conservation planning
Identify flawed assumptions, outdated methods, or impractical recommendations in AI outputs
Provide clear, structured feedback to improve scientific rigor, clarity, and real-world applicability
Work independently and asynchronously on your own schedule
Who You Are
3+ years of experience in soil science, hydrology, conservation planning, or a closely related field
Strong understanding of soil processes, water systems, and applied conservation techniques
Able to critically evaluate environmental science reasoning and written technical content
Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently
No prior AI experience required
Nice to Have
Graduate degree in Soil Science, Hydrology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline
Hands-on experience with field assessments, conservation planning tools, or land management programs
Familiarity with AI systems or content evaluation workflows
Why Join Us
Work on cutting-edge AI projects with leading research labs
Fully remote and flexible — work on your own schedule, from anywhere
Freelance perks: autonomy, variety, and collaboration with a global network of experts
Contribute to meaningful work that improves how AI handles real environmental science