Data Annotation Specialist

@ Mercor

Company Introduction

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

Role Overview

Position: Data Annotation Specialist – Contract, RemoteCommitment: 20 hours per week through December with potential for extension.Help improve AI systems by categorizing and labeling data using predefined taxonomies.

Responsibilities

• Synthesize information from large volumes of data.
• Annotate and categorize text, images, and other data per guidelines.
• Apply predefined rubrics and taxonomies to ensure quality outputs.
• Flag inconsistencies, ambiguities, or errors in datasets.
• Directly influence the improvement of AI systems.

Requirements / Qualifications

Must-Have Qualifications: Based in the United States, ability to synthesize complex or high-volume information into structured formats, excellent written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience applying rubrics, taxonomies, or standardized guidelines to tasks.

Engagement Details

This is a remote and asynchronous contract role with a US-based rate of $40/hour. Payments are issued weekly via Stripe Connect, and contractors are classified as independent service providers.

Application Process

Submit your resume, complete the Preference Selection Calibration Assessment, and expect a response within 3-5 business days.

Resources & Support

For interview process details, visit this link. For support, email support@mercor.com.

Key skills/competency

• Data Annotation
• Data Categorization
• Synthesis
• Taxonomy
• Guidelines
• Quality Control
• Remote Work
• AI Systems
• Communication
• Attention to Detail