Handshake

AI Tutor, Geochemistry Specialist (contract), Handshake AI

United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Artificial Intelligence, Education Technology, Earth SciencesIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must possess a PhD or MS in Geochemistry, Earth Sciences, Environmental Chemistry, or a related field, or have at least 3 years of professional experience in academic research, lab-based geochemistry, or environmental consulting. Required expertise includes in-depth knowledge of chemical weathering, thermodynamic databases, redox systems, and analytical techniques such as ICP-MS and XRF. Strong written communication skills for explaining scientific concepts clearly and accurately are essential, as is the ability to critically evaluate technical content and provide constructive feedback. Candidates should be comfortable working independently and adapting to ambiguity, have a personal device supporting Windows 10 or macOS Big Sur 11.0 or later, and possess reliable smartphone access for secure login. Publications in peer-reviewed Earth science or geochemistry journals, teaching or tutoring experience in geosciences, familiarity with geochemical modeling tools, and experience with LLMs or scientific AI applications are considered bonus expertise.

Responsibilities

The AI Tutor, Geochemistry Specialist will review and refine AI-generated responses related to geochemistry and Earth science domains using internal tools. Responsibilities include assessing outputs for technical correctness, geochemical relevance, and clarity in areas like mineral equilibria, isotope geochemistry, and geochemical modeling. The specialist will also curate high-quality datasets for training and fine-tuning AI models in Earth and planetary sciences, identify model blind spots and inconsistencies, and collaborate with AI teams to improve content quality and knowledge alignment.

Skills

Geochemistry
Mineralogy
Aqueous Chemistry
Thermodynamics
Earth Science
Environmental Science
Isotope Geochemistry
Geochemical Modeling
AI Model Training
Data Curation
LLM

Handshake

Connects students with job opportunities

About Handshake

Handshake connects college students with job and internship opportunities through its platform. It serves over 15 million students, 1,500 universities, and 900,000 employers, focusing on early career recruitment. The platform allows universities to provide students access to job listings, career fairs, and recruitment events, while employers can post job openings and manage recruitment processes. Handshake's user-friendly interface helps students organize their job search and offers insights like company reviews. The company prioritizes data privacy and security, ensuring compliance with regulations like FERPA. Handshake aims to bridge the gap between students and employers, facilitating early career opportunities.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$422.2MTotal Funding
SERIES_FCompany Stage
Cybersecurity, EducationIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

💰Equity and ownership in a fast-growing company.
🍼16 Weeks of paid parental leave
💝Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision
💻Handshake offers $500/£360 home office stipend
📚Generous learning & development opportunities and an annual $2,000/£1,500/2k€ stipend
🏦401k Match: Handshake offers a dollar-for-dollar match on 1% of deferred salary, up to a maximum of $1,200 per year.
🏝PTO

Risks

Emerging competitors like Fizz target Handshake's demographic with financial products.
Intuit's collaboration may draw students away from Handshake.
AI-driven skills demand may reduce engagement with Handshake.

Differentiation

Handshake connects over 15 million students with 900,000 employers.
The platform offers a user-friendly interface for job and internship applications.
Handshake ensures data privacy, complying with regulations like FERPA.

Upsides

Handshake's new social media-like interface boosts user engagement.
Growing student loan repayment benefits attract more employers to Handshake.
Demand for skills-based workforce aligns with Handshake's mission.

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