Research Statistician | Upto $80/hr Part-time
Mercor · Mumbai Metropolitan Region
- Hybrid
- Part-time
- $80,000 / year
- Mumbai Metropolitan Region
Job highlights
- Evaluate AI models using statistical methods.
- Review and annotate statistical data visualizations.
- Create new problem sets and solutions.
- Write clear technical explanations and solutions.
- Work remotely with flexible hours.
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: Statistics Expert
Type: Contract
Compensation: $72–$80/hour
Location: Remote
Commitment: 20 hours/week
Role Responsibilities
- Author technical tasks to evaluate AI model performance on statistics problems.
- Review and annotate tasks involving statistical charts, regression output, and distribution plots.
- Produce original problem sets grounded in diagnostic figures and apply structured quality checks.
- Write reference solutions and articulate reasoning step-by-step in written form.
- Work independently and asynchronously with a flexible schedule to improve AI model outputs.
Qualifications
Must-Have
- PhD in Statistics or Biostatistics, or MS in Statistics with 3+ years applied research, data science, or teaching experience, or BS in Statistics or Math with 5+ years applied statistical analysis or data science experience.
- Working fluency in at least two of: probability, inference, regression, Bayesian methods, experimental design.
- Comfortable reading and interpreting statistical charts, regression output, distribution plots, and diagnostic figures.
- Clear technical writing skills.
Compensation & Legal
- Hourly contractor
- Paid weekly via Stripe Connect
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
- Statistics
- AI Model Evaluation
- Regression Analysis
- Bayesian Methods
- Experimental Design
- Data Science
- Technical Writing
- Problem Solving
- Probability
- Inference
Skills & topics
- Research Statistician
- Statistics
- AI Model Evaluation
- Regression Analysis
- Bayesian Methods
- Experimental Design
- Data Science
- Technical Writing
- Remote
- Part-time
How to get hired
- Research Mercor: Understand their mission connecting talent with AI labs.
- Tailor Resume: Highlight your statistics PhD/MS/BS and relevant experience.
- Showcase Skills: Emphasize fluency in probability, regression, and experimental design.
- Prepare for AI Interview: Be ready to discuss your resume and statistical expertise.
- Complete Application: Submit your resume and complete all required steps promptly.
Technical preparation
Master statistical concepts: probability, inference, regression.,Practice interpreting charts and distribution plots.,Prepare to write clear, step-by-step solutions.,Familiarize with Bayesian methods and experimental design.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex statistical problem you solved.,How do you ensure accuracy in your work?,Explain a technical concept to a non-expert.,How do you manage flexible, asynchronous work?
Frequently asked questions
- What qualifications are essential for the Research Statistician role at Mercor?
- For the Research Statistician role at Mercor, you'll need a PhD in Statistics or Biostatistics, or an MS with 3+ years of experience, or a BS with 5+ years of experience in statistics or data science. Strong technical writing skills and familiarity with concepts like probability, inference, regression, Bayesian methods, and experimental design are crucial. The ability to interpret statistical charts and plots is also a must-have.
- How does Mercor connect talent with AI research labs?
- Mercor acts as a bridge, connecting highly skilled creative and technical professionals with leading AI research laboratories. They facilitate these connections, enabling top talent to contribute to cutting-edge AI research and development.
- What is the expected time commitment for the Research Statistician position?
- This is a part-time contract role requiring a commitment of approximately 20 hours per week, offering a flexible schedule that can be worked asynchronously.
- Can I work from anywhere as a Research Statistician for Mercor?
- Yes, the Research Statistician position at Mercor is a remote role, allowing you to work from any location.
- What is the compensation for the Research Statistician role?
- The compensation for this contract role ranges from $72 to $80 per hour, with weekly payments processed via Stripe Connect.
- What are the main responsibilities of a Research Statistician at Mercor?
- As a Research Statistician, your main responsibilities include creating technical tasks to evaluate AI models on statistics problems, reviewing and annotating statistical data like charts and regression outputs, producing problem sets, writing solutions, and improving AI model performance through detailed feedback.
- What is the application process for this Mercor job?
- The application process for Mercor jobs is designed to be efficient, taking about 20-30 minutes. It involves uploading your resume, completing an AI interview that assesses your resume content, and submitting the final form. Applications are reviewed daily.
- Where can I find more information about Mercor's interview process?
- You can find detailed information about Mercor's interview process and platform specifics by visiting https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome.