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.
Position Overview
The Research Analyst role is a contract position for a dedicated researcher. This role involves analyzing technical and research documents to identify methodological advancements, comparing new approaches to baseline models, evaluating academic content, summarizing complex materials, and flagging inconsistencies to enhance AI model outputs.
Qualifications
Must have an advanced degree or equivalent experience in a technical or quantitative field such as computer science, biology, economics, or statistics. A strong foundation in academic research, experimental design, algorithm evaluation, or statistical methods is essential. The ideal candidate will possess excellent analytical and writing skills, with proven ability to critically assess academic or research writing.
Application Process
Submit your resume to get started. You may be asked to complete a short-form technical assessment. Follow-up typically occurs within 3–5 business days.
Resources & Support
For interview process details and platform information, visit our resource page. For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com.
Key skills/competency
- Technical Analysis
- Research Evaluation
- Data Interpretation
- Academic Writing
- Methodological Assessment
- Critical Thinking
- Experimental Design
- Algorithm Evaluation
- Concise Summarization
- Attention to Detail
How to Get Hired at Mercor
- Research Mercor's culture: Understand their mission and investor background.
- Customize your resume: Highlight technical research and analytical skills.
- Showcase academic work: Include publications and assessments.
- Prepare for assessments: Practice technical and written evaluations.
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