Data Scientist

Position: Data Scientist

Type: Hourly Contract

Compensation: $100–$150/hour

Location: Remote

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.

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





• 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

• Project Details

• Future project-based opportunities with leading AI research organizations

• Flexible, fully work from home environment

• Independent contractor engagement

• Weekly payments

• Project scope, duration, and commitment may vary depending on assignment

Compensation

• Competitive compensation of $100–$150/hour

• Weekly payments

• Independent contractor engagement

Join the Data Scientist talent network upon approval
Receive invitations to relevant projects as opportunities become available

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