Handshake

AI Tutor, Materials Science Specialist (contract), Handshake AI

United States

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

Requirements

Candidates must possess a PhD in Materials Science or a related field, either in progress or completed within the last 10 years. Proficiency in materials characterization techniques, property analysis, and laboratory methodologies is required, along with excellent communication and organizational abilities. A passion for AI, scientific education, and technology is essential, as is the ability to make independent evaluations based on limited data. Technical requirements include a personal device supporting Windows 10 or macOS Big Sur 11.0+ and reliable smartphone access.

Responsibilities

The AI Tutor, Materials Science Specialist will review expert-annotated data using proprietary software to improve AI's understanding of Materials Science concepts, properties, and applications. Responsibilities include ensuring high-quality data curation to enhance AI model accuracy, collaborating with technical teams to refine annotation tools and methodologies, and evaluating AI-generated and human responses across various materials disciplines. The role involves interpreting, analyzing, and reviewing tasks based on evolving guidelines.

Skills

Materials Science
AI
Data Annotation
Analytical Thinking
LLMs

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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