International Languages or Linguistics Expert - AI Trainer (Ph.Ds)
$90-160/hr
Depending on the project
Remote
Part-time
Flexible hours
Overview
Handshake is recruiting exceptional doctoral students and graduates specializing in International Languages or Linguistics to join our AI research community. This program brings subject-matter experts together to enhance the capabilities of Large Language Models (LLMs) within specialized domains and subdomains. The MOVE program runs year-round, though project availability will vary by domain.
Details
The position is remote and asynchronous - work independently from wherever you are.
Flexible hours and the ability to work remotely, with a commitment of approximately 10 to 20 hours per week.
Project work includes and is not limited to developing domain-specific prompts and evaluating LLM responses.
Dedicate time researching topics that are interesting to you, with the assistance of AI.
Learn new skills while contributing to the changing world of AI across various disciplines.
Placement into a project will be dependent on project availability.
Qualifications
Academic Background - Doctoral students and graduates (including those currently enrolled or in postdoctoral positions) in International Languages or Linguistics or a related field, demonstrating advanced expertise in language systems and cultural frameworks.
Language Proficiency - Native or professional fluency in one of the following languages: Arabic, Mandarin Chinese, Cantonese, Hindi, Bengali, Urdu, Farsi, Turkish, Russian, Japanese, Korean, French, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Italian, Dutch, Greek, Hebrew, Swahili
Cultural Competence - Proven ability to understand and contextualize cultural cues within language use, ensuring accurate interpretation and communication across diverse cultural settings.
Able to participate in primarily asynchronous work in partnership with leading AI labs.
Believe your expertise can outmatch current AI systems in understanding and explaining key concepts in your field.
This program is open to U.S.-based doctoral students, candidates, and recent graduates with valid work or training authorization (e.g., F-1/OPT, J-1, H-1B). Participants are responsible for ensuring compliance with their visa conditions and confirming eligibility with their program or visa sponsor prior to applying.
The application process
