Remote Academic Research Specialist (Master's / PhD) - AI Trainer ($40-$50 per hour)

Mercor is collaborating with a leading AI organization to contract researchers with experience across domains such as computer science, biology, and economics. This project centers on reviewing research-oriented materials to assess methodological soundness, technical innovation, and logical consistency. Freelancers will analyze dense academic content and help distill the reasoning behind new models, algorithms, or theoretical contributions.

• 2\. Key Responsibilities
• Analyze technical / research documents to identify and explain methodological advancements - Compare new approaches to baseline models and prior research - Evaluate the strength of evidence, logical structure, and argumentation - Summarize complex technical content in concise, structured formats - Flag inconsistencies, unclear reasoning, or unsupported claims
• 3\. Ideal Qualifications
• Advanced degree (or equivalent experience) in a technical or quantitative field (e.g., computer science, biology, economics, statistics) - Strong foundation in academic research, experimental design, algorithm evaluation, or statistical methods - Proven ability to critically assess academic or research writing - Excellent analytical and writing skills, especially in technical contexts - Comfortable working independently in a remote and detail-oriented environment
• 4\. More About the Opportunity
• Remote and asynchronous — set your own hours - Expected commitment : ~10–15 hours / week - Suitable for researchers, academics, or graduate-level freelancers
• 5\. Compensation & Contract Terms
• $45 / hour - You’ll be classified as an independent contractor - Payments processed weekly via Stripe Connect - US-Based
• 6\. Application Process
• Submit your resume to get started - You may be asked to complete a short-form technical assessment - We typically follow up within 3–5 business days
• 7\. About Mercor
• Mercor is a talent marketplace that connects top experts with leading AI labs and research organizations - Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey - Thousands of professionals across domains like law, creatives, engineering, and research have joined Mercor to work on frontier projects shaping the next era of AI