Product Research Expert - Fully Remote | Upto $65/hr Part-time
Mercor · London, England, United Kingdom
- Hybrid
- Part-time
- $65,000 / year
- London, England, United Kingdom
Job highlights
- Research consumer products and services remotely.
- Analyze product specifications and compare providers.
- Gather quotes and model total cost of ownership.
- Write detailed research artifacts and negotiation briefs.
- Requires 3+ years of relevant experience.
About the role
About The Job
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: Personal Consumer Research Expert
Type: Contract
Compensation: $50–$65/hour
Location: Remote
Role Responsibilities
- Build long-horizon research tasks with deterministic rubrics to evaluate agent performance against verifiable ground truth.
- Create scenarios in product research with shortlists meeting every spec and budget constraint, including TCO calculations.
- Develop service provider comparisons for insurance, internet, and utilities, scored against defined rubrics.
- Conduct major purchase analysis with quote gathering and negotiation angles based on policy references.
- Work independently on challenging scenarios requiring long focus sessions.
Qualifications
Must-Have
- 3+ years in product research, personal procurement, journalism/review writing, or adjacent roles.
- Expertise in product spec analysis, service provider comparison, quote gathering, and TCO modeling.
- Proficient in reading and producing research artifacts like comparison tables, shortlists, and negotiation briefs.
- Clear written communication skills with the ability to articulate reasoning step by step.
Compensation & Legal
Hourly contractor
Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)
- Upload resume
- AI interview based on your resume
- Submit form
Resources & Support
For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome
For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com
PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.
Key skills/competency
- Product Research Expert
- Personal Procurement
- Journalism
- Review Writing
- Product Spec Analysis
- Service Provider Comparison
- Quote Gathering
- TCO Modeling
- Negotiation Briefs
- Written Communication
Skills & topics
- Product Research
- Consumer Research
- Procurement
- Journalism
- TCO Modeling
- Service Comparison
- Remote Work
- Contractor
- AI Interview
- Research Expert
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 3+ years of experience in product research, personal procurement, or journalism. Emphasize expertise in spec analysis, provider comparisons, quote gathering, and TCO modeling.
- Prepare for AI interview: Be ready to articulate your reasoning clearly and step-by-step, as this will be assessed based on your resume.
- Understand the process: Complete the resume upload, AI interview, and form submission within 20-30 minutes. Applications are reviewed daily.
- Review resources: Familiarize yourself with Mercor's interview process and platform details at https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome before applying.
Technical preparation
Master TCO modeling and cost-benefit analysis.,Practice creating detailed comparison tables.,Develop rubrics for evaluating performance.,Refine your quote gathering techniques.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex research project you managed.,How do you ensure accuracy in your analysis?,Explain your process for independent work.,How do you articulate complex findings clearly?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of the Product Research Expert role at Mercor?
- The Product Research Expert at Mercor will focus on building long-horizon research tasks, creating product research scenarios, developing service provider comparisons, and conducting major purchase analysis, all with the goal of evaluating agent performance against ground truth.
- What kind of experience is required for the Personal Consumer Research Expert position?
- The role requires a minimum of 3 years in product research, personal procurement, journalism/review writing, or adjacent fields. Expertise in product spec analysis, service provider comparison, quote gathering, and TCO modeling is essential.
- How does Mercor utilize AI in its hiring process for the Product Research Expert role?
- Mercor uses an AI interview component that is based on your submitted resume. This means your resume content and how clearly you articulate your experience are crucial for this stage.
- Is this a full-time or part-time position?
- This is a part-time, hourly contract position, offering flexibility with compensation ranging from $50-$65 per hour.
- What is the expected time commitment for the application process at Mercor?
- The entire application process, including uploading your resume, completing the AI interview, and submitting the form, is designed to take approximately 20-30 minutes.
- Can I work from anywhere as a Personal Consumer Research Expert for Mercor?
- Yes, this is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from any location.
- What are the key deliverables for a Personal Consumer Research Expert?
- Key deliverables include research tasks with rubrics, product research scenarios with shortlists, service provider comparisons, and major purchase analysis reports, including TCO calculations and negotiation briefs.
- What kind of support does Mercor offer for applicants?
- For support or any questions regarding the application process, you can reach out to support@mercor.com. Additionally, detailed information about the interview process is available at https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome.