Job Description
Data Scientist Position: Data Scientist Type: Hourly Contract Compensation: $100–$150/hour Location: Remote About the Opportunity Mercor is building a network of experienced Data Scientists for future projects with leading AI research organizations. These projects will focus on evaluating how effectively AI systems perform real-world data science work, including statistical analysis, machine learning, experimentation, and technical decision-making. While there is no immediate project opening, qualified candidates may be contacted as relevant opportunities become available. Ideal Candidates • 1+ years of professional experience in Data Science • Experience at a leading technology company, research organization, quantitative firm, AI lab, or equivalent environment • Strong proficiency in Python, SQL, statistical modeling, machine learning, and experimentation methodologies • Experience working with large,



complex datasets and translating data into actionable insights • Excellent written communication skills and ability to explain technical concepts clearly • Detail-oriented with strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities • Comfortable receiving feedback and calibrating evaluations against established standards Key Responsibilities • Design task-specific evaluation criteria for data science deliverables and workflows • Review and assess exploratory data analyses, machine learning models, feature engineering solutions, and technical reports • Evaluate AI-generated and human-created work against predefined quality standards • Provide detailed written justifications for scores and evaluations • Apply consistent, evidence-based judgment to ensure evaluations are reproducible and defensible • Incorporate reviewer feedback and refine evaluations as needed Project Details • Future project-based opportunities with leading AI research organizations • Versatile, fully remote work environment • Independent contractor engagement • Weekly payments • Pro

📌 Data Scientist (Mumbai)
🏢 Synthires
📍 Mumbai