Medcruit is a modern, ai-enabled platform built to accelerate innovation in healthcare by removing recruitment barriers. With a presence in over 100 countries and a growing network of 50,000+ professionals, medcruit specializes exclusively in healthtech, curating talent that blends clinical expertise with technological fluency.
mission and vision
* mission: to revolutionize healthtech recruitment by creating a borderless ecosystem that connects exceptional talent with organizations driving medical innovation.
* vision: a world where breakthroughs in medicine and technology are never delayed by talent gaps—where recruitment fuels progress, not friction.
what sets medcruit apart
* ai-driven matchmaking for precision talent alignment
* smart connection technology that streamlines hiring across geographies
* exclusive focus on healthtech, including digital health, medical devices, biotech, and data-driven care
* dual-sided platform serving both employers and candidates with tailored experiences
strategic positioning
medcruit operates at the intersection of healthcare and technology, supporting roles from executive leadership to technical specialists. It partners with startups, scale-ups, and global enterprises to deliver talent that's not only qualified—but mission-aligned.
the role
bioinformatics researcher (phd-level)
contract type:
hourly (remote)
compensation:
$60–$90 per hour
location eligibility:
u.s., uk, canada, australia, or new zealand
about the role
this opportunity involves collaborating with leading ai research labs to tackle complex scientific challenges in bioinformatics. The project focuses on building a benchmark to evaluate ai models' capabilities in designing and executing advanced bioinformatics workflows—starting from raw sequencing data and a natural language prompt.
researchers will contribute by creating benchmark tasks based on real-world, published scientific datasets. The work demands a strong command of bioinformatics tools, deep biological expertise, and rigorous scientific reasoning.
candidate selection includes a brief 15-minute interview, with decisions typically made within four days of assessment completion.
ideal candidate profile
you're a strong fit if you meet the following criteria:
* currently pursuing or holding an advanced degree (m.s., ph.d., postdoctoral fellow, or equivalent) in bioinformatics, computational biology, genomics, or a related quantitative discipline
* proficient in bioinformatics command-line tools
* detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* excellent written and verbal communication abilities
role highlights
* flexible workload: 10–20 hours per week, with potential to scale up to 40 hours
* fully remote and asynchronous work environment
* initial contract duration: 1–2 months, with extension opportunities
contract terms
* classified as an independent hourly contractor
* weekly payments processed via stripe connect
about the organization
this fast-growing platform connects elite scientific talent with top-tier ai research labs. Backed by prominent investors and headquartered in san francisco, the organization is advancing the frontier of ai-driven scientific discovery.
equal opportunity statement
all qualified applicants are considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.
ready to apply?
use your expertise to shape the future of ai in bioinformatics. Apply now to join a cutting-edge initiative at the intersection of science and technology.
ideal profile
you're a strong fit if you meet the following criteria:
* currently pursuing or holding an advanced degree (m.s., ph.d., postdoctoral fellow, or equivalent) in bioinformatics, computational biology, genomics, or a related quantitative discipline
* proficient in bioinformatics command-line tools
* detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* excellent written and verbal communication abilities
what's on offer?
* work in a company with a solid track record of performance
* join a well known brand within consumer health
* a role that offers a breadth of learning opportunities