[Hiring] STEM Research & Problem-Solving Expert @24-MAG

Role Description

We are sharing a specialised part-time consulting opportunity for students, graduates, and professionals with strong backgrounds in physics, chemistry, mathematics, or biology. This role supports analytical, modelling, and problem-solving work across a range of STEM topics. Selected contributors will apply quantitative reasoning, scientific knowledge, and structured thinking to open-ended and interdisciplinary tasks, while communicating solutions clearly and precisely.

Key Responsibilities

• Scientific Problem Solving
  • Analyse technical and scientific problems across physics, chemistry, mathematics, or biology.
  • Apply structured reasoning to reach accurate and well-supported conclusions.
  • Break complex problems into clear and manageable steps.
  • Evaluate alternative approaches where multiple solution paths are possible.
  • Maintain high standards of accuracy and logical consistency.
• Quantitative Analysis & Modelling
  • Apply quantitative methods appropriate to the relevant STEM domain.
  • Work with mathematical models, calculations, and data-driven reasoning where required.
  • Interpret numerical results and assess whether they are scientifically reasonable.
  • Identify assumptions, constraints, and relevant variables within analytical tasks.
  • Support modelling and analytical workflows across interdisciplinary problems.
• Domain-Specific Research
  • Apply academic or professional knowledge in one or more of the following areas: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology.
  • Interpret technical concepts and scientific information accurately.
  • Connect theoretical knowledge with practical problem-solving.
  • Work across unfamiliar or interdisciplinary topics when required.
  • Use appropriate scientific terminology and conventions.
• Technical Communication
  • Explain solutions in clear, concise, and logically organised language.
  • Document reasoning and calculations in a way that can be independently reviewed.
  • Communicate complex scientific ideas accurately without unnecessary ambiguity.
  • Produce high-quality written outputs suitable for analytical and research workflows.
  • Adapt explanations to the level of complexity required by each task.
• Independent Analytical Work
  • Work independently on structured and open-ended assignments.
  • Manage research and problem-solving tasks with limited supervision.
  • Check outputs for accuracy, completeness, and internal consistency.
  • Apply sound judgement when information is incomplete or multiple interpretations are possible.
  • Deliver reliable work within project guidelines and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, or another closely related STEM discipline, or currently pursuing such a degree.
• At least 1 year of relevant academic, research, internship, or industry experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Solid foundation in one or more core STEM disciplines.
• Comfortable with quantitative reasoning, modelling, or data analysis where relevant.
• Ability to work effectively on open-ended and interdisciplinary problems.
• Strong written communication and ability to explain technical reasoning clearly.
• Able to work independently and maintain high standards of accuracy.

Engagement Details

• Part-time independent contractor engagement.
• Fully remote.
• Flexible scheduling based on project requirements.
• Compensation: Up to $65/hour.
• Projects may vary across scientific, analytical, modelling, and problem-solving workstreams.
• Projects may be extended, shortened, or concluded based on project needs and performance.
• Work must be completed without using confidential or proprietary information belonging to any employer, client, institution, or other third party.
• H1-B and STEM OPT support is unavailable for this engagement.

Company Description

This opportunity is available through 24-MAG LLC. We connect experienced professionals with remote consulting opportunities across technical, evaluation, and project-based workstreams.

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