AI Research Expert - Fully Remote | Upto $145/hr

Are you an AI visionary eager to push the boundaries of machine learning? Do you thrive on scrutinizing complex algorithms and refining artificial intelligence's reasoning capabilities? Mercor is actively seeking an exceptional AI Research Expert to join our team, and this could be your unique opportunity to make a significant impact. We are a dynamic company headquartered in San Francisco, dedicated to connecting top-tier creative and technical talent with the world's leading AI research labs. Our mission is supported by influential investors, including Peter Thiel and Jack Dorsey. If you possess a brilliant mind for cutting-edge research and a keen eye for detail, we invite you to help shape the future of AI. This is a fully remote, worldwide opportunity, allowing you to contribute from wherever you call home.

Overview

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. We are a company backed by highly respected investors such as Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. For this pivotal contract role, we are looking for ML Research PhD Experts who excel in advanced AI concepts and methodologies. This position offers a competitive hourly rate of $110-$145 and the complete flexibility of a fully remote setup, accessible from anywhere in the world.

Key Responsibilities

As an AI Research Expert, your day-to-day will involve several crucial tasks aimed at enhancing AI model performance and reliability:

Evaluate the accuracy and depth of AI-generated content to strengthen reasoning and rigor in model outputs.
Review complex machine learning research for alignment with domain principles and methodologies.
Provide clear, structured feedback to AI research teams, focusing on improving training data quality and downstream performance.
Develop robust evaluation rubrics and benchmarks for assessing AI-generated tasks and solutions.
Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure consistency, relevance, and comprehensive coverage across datasets.
Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while continuously improving AI model performance.

Requirements

To succeed in this challenging yet rewarding role, you should meet the following essential criteria:

Hold a PhD in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a closely related quantitative field.
Possess a track record of publications in top-tier conferences, such as ICML, NeurIPS, or ICLR.

What You'll Gain

Joining Mercor as an AI Research Expert means more than just a job; it is an opportunity for significant professional growth and impact:

Work with cutting-edge AI technologies and influence the direction of leading AI research.
Collaborate with an elite network of talent and subject matter experts.
Enjoy the flexibility and autonomy of a fully remote, asynchronous work environment.
Receive highly competitive compensation for your specialized expertise.
Contribute directly to improving the accuracy, robustness, and ethical foundations of AI models that will shape our future.