Senior Quantitative AI Researcher

Job Title

Quant Expert

Company

Mercor

Compensation

$53–$74 per hour (contract).

Location

Remote

Commitment

20–30 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with AI researchers to design, train, and validate quantitative and statistical models.
• Apply advanced mathematical, statistical, and computational methods to enhance model performance and stability.
• Evaluate and refine algorithmic frameworks to ensure robustness, precision, and reliability.
• Contribute to the training and fine‑tuning of AI systems, ensuring they reason accurately in quantitative contexts.
• Participate in synchronous collaboration sessions (4‑hour windows, 2–3 times per week) to review experiments, debug models, and exchange technical insights.

Qualifications

• Strong academic or professional background in Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Physics, or Quantitative Finance.
• Expertise in probability, optimisation, and numerical analysis.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages commonly used for quantitative work (Python, C++, Julia, R, or Rust).
• Experience with simulation systems, data analysis, or machine learning frameworks is a strong plus.
• Excellent analytical reasoning, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to commit to 20–30 hours per week, including the required synchronous collaboration periods.

Application Process

1. Upload resume.
2. Complete AI interview.
3. Submit form.

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Employment Details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Research
• Industries: Software Development