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micro1 AI

AI Training Specialist - Physics

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$80 - $150/hr

Contractor Location: Remote (US, Canada, UK focused) micro1 is engaging Physics Experts (Postdoc ... Utilize LaTeX, SymPy, Python, and Jupyter to independently verify or counter-check scientific ...

micro1 AI

Research Consultant - Physics AI

Washington, DC · Remote

$80 - $140/hr

Contractor. Location: Remote micro1 is engaging Physics Experts (PhD / Postdoc) to contribute deep ... Utilize SymPy, Python, and Jupyter for symbolic or numerical verification and clear computational ...

micro1 AI

Bioinformatics Software Engineer

Washington, DC · Remote

$80 - $110/hr

Contractor Location: Remote micro1 is engaging Computational Biology & Cheminformatics Experts to ... Strong coding proficiency in Python (beyond analysis scripts), with hands-on experience building ...

System One

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)

Mclean, VA · Remote

$58.25 - $77.50/hr

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) Remote No sponsorship available. Must be able to obtain a Public ... Python experience is preferred. * Experience supporting Windows and Linux environments. * Strong ...

System One

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)

Mclean, VA · Remote

$58.25 - $77.50/hr

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) Remote No sponsorship available. Must be able to obtain a Public ... Python experience is preferred. * Experience supporting Windows and Linux environments. * Strong ...

System One

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)

Mclean, VA · Remote

$58.25 - $77.50/hr

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) Remote No sponsorship available. Must be able to obtain a Public ... Python experience is preferred. * Experience supporting Windows and Linux environments. * Strong ...

System One

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)

Mclean, VA · Remote

$58.25 - $77.50/hr

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) Remote No sponsorship available. Must be able to obtain a Public ... Python experience is preferred. * Experience supporting Windows and Linux environments. * Strong ...

System One

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)

Mclean, VA · Remote

$58.25 - $77.50/hr

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) Remote No sponsorship available. Must be able to obtain a Public ... Python experience is preferred. * Experience supporting Windows and Linux environments. * Strong ...

System One

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)

Mclean, VA · Remote

$58.25 - $77.50/hr

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) Remote No sponsorship available. Must be able to obtain a Public ... Python experience is preferred. * Experience supporting Windows and Linux environments. * Strong ...

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As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote python contractor in Ashburn, VA is $59.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49.42 and $68.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Python Contractor vs Remote Python Developer?

AspectRemote Python ContractorRemote Python Developer
CredentialsTypically requires Python proficiency, possibly certifications like PCEP or PCAPUsually requires similar credentials, often with additional experience or certifications
Work EnvironmentFreelance or contract basis, project-specificFull-time or part-time employment, remote or hybrid
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by startups, agencies, or companies seeking project-based workEmployed by tech firms, startups, or organizations with ongoing development needs
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for short-term, flexible Python projectsSeeking ongoing or long-term Python development roles

Remote Python Contractors focus on project-based, flexible work, often on a freelance basis, while Remote Python Developers typically work as part of a team in a more permanent role. Both require Python skills, but the employment structure and work environment differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Remote Python Contractor job openings in Ashburn, VA as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 76% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 15% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $124,689 per year, or $59.9 per hour.

AI Training Specialist - Life Sciences

micro1 AI

Washington, DC • Remote

$90 - $120/hr

Part-time

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Role Title: Bioinformatics Scientist


Role Type: Contractor


Location: Remote


micro1 is engaging Bioinformatics Scientists to contribute their specialized expertise to a customer's innovative project. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.


Scope of Work

  1. Analyze complex datasets related to medicinal chemistry using advanced bioinformatics methodologies.
  2. Provide detailed scientific input and content to support the development and training of AI models.
  3. Curate, annotate, and validate datasets relevant to drug discovery and molecular analysis.
  4. Evaluate and synthesize findings from biological, chemical, and clinical data sources.
  5. Offer subject matter expertise on experimental design and data interpretation within medicinal chemistry.
  6. Assess AI-generated outputs for scientific accuracy, relevance, and reliability.
  7. Deliver comprehensive written feedback and actionable recommendations for model improvement.


Preferred Qualifications

  1. Advanced degree (e.g., PhD or MSc) in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Medicinal Chemistry, or a related discipline.
  2. In-depth knowledge of medicinal chemistry concepts, including structure-activity relationships and drug design principles.
  3. Demonstrated experience in handling and interpreting large-scale omics or cheminformatics datasets.
  4. Familiarity with software tools, databases, and programming languages commonly used in bioinformatics (e.g., Python, R, RDKit, KNIME).
  5. Strong scientific communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex ideas and technical concepts.
  6. Proven track record of contributing to research projects at the intersection of biology, chemistry, and data science.
  7. Experience collaborating in multidisciplinary or remote project environments is advantageous.

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