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Remote Machine Learning Researchers(PhD) - AI Trainer ($120-$120 per hour)Mercor • St. Paul, Minnesota, US
Remote Machine Learning Researchers(PhD) - AI Trainer ($120-$120 per hour)

Remote Machine Learning Researchers(PhD) - AI Trainer ($120-$120 per hour)

Mercor • St. Paul, Minnesota, US
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  • Role Overview

Mercor is driving a leading AI research initiative focused on benchmarking and enhancing model performance across a range of machine learning tasks. We are seeking Machine Learning Researchers and PhDs. This is a remote, short-term engagement with flexible hours and opportunities to contribute to frontier AI evaluation and research. ##

  • Key Responsibilities
  • Compile external ML competitions into challenging tasks that reflect real-world responsibilities. - Validate implementations against original plans and mark discrepancies. ##
  • Ideal Qualifications
  • 5+ years of experience in applied machine learning or a PhD in machine learning or related fields. - Strong understanding of ML research methodologies, experimental design, and evaluation practices. - Excellent analytical and technical writing skills. - Experience with reproducibility or benchmarking in ML research preferred. - Detail-oriented and able to deliver high-quality, structured feedback independently. ##
  • Engagement Details
  • Type :
  • Independent contractor -
  • Mode :
  • Fully remote and asynchronous — work from anywhere, on your own schedule. -
  • Commitment :
  • 20-40 hrs / week (Can go upto 80hrs / week depending on your performance) ##
  • Compensation & Contract Terms
  • Hourly Pay Rate :
  • Up to $120 / hour -
  • Payment :
  • Weekly via Stripe Connect -
  • Contract Type :
  • Independent contractor engagement -
  • Structure :
  • Remote, milestone-based evaluation with flexible scheduling -
  • Application Process
  • Submit your resume or CV highlighting relevant ML research or engineering experience. - Complete a short AI-based interview and a brief questionnaire about your experience. - Selected candidates will receive detailed onboarding materials and access to the project environment. ##
  • About Mercor
  • Mercor is a global talent marketplace connecting exceptional professionals with leading AI labs and research organizations. Our mission is to empower experts to contribute directly to the most influential and technically advanced AI projects worldwide. Mercor is backed by investors including Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. Thousands of professionals across disciplines — from research and engineering to law and design — have joined Mercor to build the next generation of artificial intelligence systems.
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