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Postdoctoral Research Scientist – STEM (Remote | $65 –$100/hr)
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STEM PhDs
Hourly Contract | Remote | Part-Time
$65 – $100 per hour
About the Role
Mercor is collaborating with a leading global AI research lab to engage STEM PhD experts for a high-impact research initiative.
In this role, you will apply your advanced academic expertise to help train and refine next-generation AI systems. You’ll design high-quality, domain-specific problems and analyses that improve the reasoning, accuracy, and depth of large language models (LLMs) across multiple STEM disciplines.
This is a unique opportunity to shape how cutting-edge AI models understand and replicate real-world problem-solving in scientific and engineering contexts.
Ideal Candidates
You’re an excellent fit if you:
- Hold a PhD in a STEM field such as Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical), Biology, Chemistry, or Physics.
- Completed your undergraduate studies in the U.S., U.K., Canada, Europe, or India.
- Have a deep understanding of your field and enjoy tackling complex, research-grade problems.
- Possess strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and analytical rigor.
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Key Responsibilities
- Create high-quality, domain-specific problems and solutions in your field.
- Collaborate with AI researchers via a private Slack workspace to refine content quality.
- Review and evaluate AI-generated responses for reasoning and accuracy.
- Help develop data that strengthens the logic and precision of AI models.
Project Details
- Start Date: Immediate (rolling applications accepted)
- Duration: 1–2 months (with potential extension)
- Commitment: 10–20 hours/week (flexible up to 40 hours/week)
- Schedule: Fully remote and asynchronous — work at your convenience.
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Compensation & Contract Terms
- Hourly Rate: $70–$100 USD/hour
- Type: Independent Contractor
- Payments: Issued weekly via Stripe Connect
Application & Screening Process
- Submit your resume to begin the application.
- Interview & Form: Complete a short 20–30 minute session to share your academic background and expertise.
- Onboarding: Accepted applicants will be added to a private collaboration channel with AI research leads.
⚡ PS: Mercor team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity. ⚡
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