AI Researcher Scientist – Remote

Position

Machine Learning Researcher (Independent contractor)

Compensation

$120 per hour (paid weekly via Stripe Connect)

Location

Remote

Commitment

20–40 hours per week

Role Responsibilities

• Compile external ML competitions into challenging tasks that reflect real-world responsibilities.
• Validate implementations against original plans and mark discrepancies.
• Evaluate the accuracy and depth of AI-generated content to strengthen reasoning and rigor in model outputs.
• Provide clear, structured feedback to AI research teams to improve training data quality and downstream performance.
• Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while improving AI model performance.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• 5+ years of experience in applied machine learning or a PhD in machine learning or related fields.
• Strong understanding of ML research methodologies, experimental design, and evaluation practices.
• Excellent analytical and technical writing skills.

Preferred

• Experience with reproducibility or benchmarking in ML research.
• Detail-oriented and able to deliver high-quality, structured feedback independently.

Application Process

• Submit your resume or CV highlighting relevant ML research or engineering experience.
• Complete a short AI‑based interview and a brief questionnaire about your experience.
• Selected candidates will receive detailed onboarding materials and access to the project environment.

About Mercor

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.