Mercor is hiring experienced Legal professionalsto collaborate with a leading AI research lab on a new project. The focus is on enhancing advanced AI systems by crafting legal questions, evaluating model responses, and solving domain-specific legal problems. This initiative plays a key role in improving AI’s understanding and performance in the legal domain.Key ResponsibilitiesCraft and review high-quality legal questions and evaluation sets - Evaluate AI-generated legal responses for accuracy, clarity, and reasoning - Solve domain-specific legal problems to benchmark AI capabilities - Synthesize complex legal information from diverse sources - Provide structured feedback to improve AI alignment with legal standardsIdeal QualificationsAdvanced legal education or specialized credentials (LL.M., J.D., S.J.D. or Ph.D. in Law) from a top university, preferably in the United States - Strong online research and analytical skills - Ability to synthesize complex information from diverse legal sources - Excellent written communication and attention to detail - Preferred but not required : Prior experience practicing law or working in the legal industry - Location : Candidates must be in the US, UK, Canada or AustraliaProject TimelineStart Date : Immediate - Duration : 4 weeks - Commitment : Part-time (20+ hours / week) - Schedule : Fully remote and asynchronous – work on your own scheduleCompensation & ContractCompetitive hourly rate based on experience ($90–$110 USD / hr) - Top performers receive weekly bonus incentives ranging from $20–$100 / hr on top of their pay rate - Independent contractor - Daily payment via Stripe ConnectApplication & Onboarding ProcessUpload your resume and application form - Model-training interview : A 25-minute conversational session to understand your professional background, experience, and motivations - Follow-up communication within a few days with next steps and onboarding detailsAbout MercorMercor is a San Francisco-based company specializing in connecting elite professionals with cutting-edge AI initiatives. Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. We help leading AI labs accelerate progress by bringing in top-tier human expertise.
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