Research Analyst
Mercor
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Job Description
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.
This is an exciting opportunity for a Research Analyst to join Mercor as an Independent Contractor. The role is remote and offers flexibility with a commitment of 10–25 hours/week for approximately 2 weeks, with potential for extension.
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
Compensation for this role is $35–$45/hour, paid weekly via Stripe Connect. This position is classified as an independent contractor.
Application Process
The application process takes approximately 20–30 minutes to complete. Please submit your resume and complete a brief intake form to outline your expertise. Our team reviews applications daily; ensure you complete all steps, including the AI interview, for consideration.
Resources & Support
For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome. For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com.
Key skills/competency
- AI Research
- Prompt Engineering
- Content Review
- Critical Thinking
- Analytical Skills
- Technical Writing
- Editing
- Language Models (LLMs)
- Benchmarking
- Independent Work
How to Get Hired at Mercor
- Research Mercor's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.
- Tailor your resume for AI roles: Highlight experience in research, writing, editing, and critical analysis, emphasizing AI or LLM familiarity.
- Showcase independent work: Provide concrete examples of successful autonomous project completion and adaptability to evolving guidelines.
- Prepare for analytical tasks: Practice evaluating content for accuracy, clarity, and logical reasoning, especially in the context of AI-generated text.
- Understand the contractor model: Be prepared to discuss your experience and comfort with independent contractor work and asynchronous collaboration.
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