STEM Ph Ds
Hourly Contract | Remote | Part time
$35 –$50per hour
About the Role
Mercor is collaborating with a
leading global AI research lab
to engage
STEM Ph D experts
for a high-impact research initiative.
In this role, you will apply your advanced academic expertise to help
train and refine next-generation AI systems. You’ll design high-quality, domain-specific problems and analyses that improve the reasoning, accuracy, and depth of large language models (LLMs) across multiple STEM disciplines.
This is a unique opportunity to shape how cutting-edge AI models understand and replicate real-world problem-solving in scientific and engineering contexts.
Ideal Candidates
You’re an excellent fit if you:
Hold a
Ph D in a STEM field
such as Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical), Biology, Chemistry, or Physics.
Completed your
undergraduate studies
in the
U. S., U. K., Canada, Europe, or India.
Have a deep understanding of your field and enjoy tackling complex, research-grade problems.
Possess
strong written and verbal communication skills
in English.




Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and analytical rigor.
Key Responsibilities
Create high-quality, domain-specific problems and solutions in your field.
Collaborate with AI researchers via a
private Slack workspace
to refine content quality.
Review and evaluate AI-generated responses for reasoning and accuracy.
Help develop data that strengthens the logic and precision of AI models.
Project Details
Start Date:
Immediate (rolling applications accepted)
Duration:
1–2 months (with potential extension)
Commitment:
10–20 hours/week (flexible up to 40 hours/week)
Schedule:
Fully remote and asynchronous — work at your convenience.
Compensation & Contract Terms
Hourly Rate:
$55–$70 USD/hour
Type:
Independent Contractor
Payments:
Issued weekly via
Stripe Connect
Application & Screening Process
Submit your resume
to begin the application.
Interview & Form:
Complete a short 20–30 minute session to share your academic b

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