Generalist Expert, Content Editor
Mercor
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Job Description
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.
Position Overview: Generalist Expert, Content Editor
This is an independent contractor position focused on contributing to the improvement of AI model performance. You will primarily work remotely, with a commitment of 10–25 hours per week, for approximately two weeks with potential for extension. Compensation ranges from $35–$45 per hour.
Role Responsibilities
- Create base prompts across a range of generalist topics.
- Review and revise AI-generated responses for clarity, accuracy, and alignment with human reasoning.
- Develop prompt-response iterations using variations in length, style, and system prompts.
- Contribute to benchmarking efforts by identifying failure points in model responses.
- Apply consistent quality standards across diverse content types, such as summaries, Q&A, and synthesis tasks.
- Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while improving AI model performance.
Qualifications
Must-Have
- 2+ years of experience in research, education, writing, editing, or adjacent analytical fields.
- Proven ability to communicate complex topics clearly and concisely.
- Strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills.
- Comfort working independently with evolving task guidelines.
Preferred
- Familiarity with LLMs or AI-assisted writing tools.
Compensation & Legal
- Paid weekly via Stripe Connect.
- Classified as an independent contractor.
Application Process
The application process takes approximately 20–30 minutes to complete.
- Submit your resume.
- Complete a brief intake form to outline your expertise.
Resources & Support
For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcomeFor any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com
Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.
Key skills/competency
- AI Content Editing
- Prompt Engineering
- Content Review
- Critical Thinking
- Quality Assurance
- Natural Language Processing
- Independent Work
- Research Skills
- Writing & Editing
- Language Model Interaction
How to Get Hired at Mercor
- Research Mercor's mission: Understand their focus on connecting talent with leading AI research labs and their investor backing.
- Highlight AI and editing skills: Tailor your resume to emphasize experience with content editing, AI-assisted tools, or linguistic analysis.
- Showcase critical thinking: Prepare to demonstrate your ability to analyze complex information and provide clear, concise feedback.
- Detail independent work: Provide examples of successful autonomous project completion in your application and interview.
- Engage with the AI interview: Complete Mercor's AI interview and application steps diligently for consideration.
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