22 days ago
Legal & Regulatory Research Subject Matter Expert
Prolific
Hybrid
Contractor
$170,000
Hybrid
Job Overview
Job TitleLegal & Regulatory Research Subject Matter Expert
Job TypeContractor
Offered Salary$170,000
LocationHybrid
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Job Description
About Prolific
Prolific is building the biggest pool of quality human data in the world, empowering AI developers, researchers, and organizations with data from a diverse pool of paid study participants.The Opportunity
We are seeking qualified Legal Professionals and senior Paralegals to join Prolific’s network of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs). Our clients need your legal expertise for high-stakes B2B and AI research. Joining the network makes you eligible for specialized projects, though project volume is ad hoc and based on client needs and your profile. A LinkedIn profile is required for eligibility verification.What You’ll Be Doing
When selected for a project, your tasks will typically include:- High-level document analysis: Reviewing lengthy legal or regulatory filings (200–300 pages).
- Expert-led inquiry: Providing knowledge-based answers that connect your domain expertise to specific document content.
- Quality assurance: Validating the professional accuracy of B2B research outputs.
What You’ll Bring
- Active professional credentials: Must be a fully qualified legal professional or senior paralegal with a valid license or registration number.
- Analytical stamina: Ability to parse complex, long-form documents with high accuracy.
- On-call flexibility: Interest in ad hoc, project-based work that complements your primary professional commitments.
Why Prolific is a Great Platform
Joining as an expert participant allows you to influence future AI models. The process is quick (around 15 minutes), offers competitive pay rates ($170+ per hour), flexible hours, and the ability to work from home. Prolific connects researchers with a global pool of participants for ethically sourced human behavioral data, crucial for developing accurate AI systems. We believe diverse human perspectives are key to the next leap in AI capabilities.Key Skills/Competency
Legal Research, Regulatory Analysis, Document Review, Subject Matter Expertise, AI Research, B2B Research, Quality Assurance, Legal Professional, Senior Paralegal, Data Analysis.How to Get Hired at Prolific
- Tailor your LinkedIn Profile: Ensure your LinkedIn profile clearly showcases your legal qualifications and experience as a senior paralegal or legal professional. Highlight your ability to analyze complex documents.
- Highlight Analytical Stamina: In your application or profile, emphasize your proven ability to parse long-form legal and regulatory documents with high accuracy.
- Demonstrate On-Call Flexibility: Clearly state your interest and availability for ad hoc, project-based work that can fit around your primary commitments.
- Prepare for Eligibility Checks: Have your LinkedIn profile URL ready for the initial eligibility check, and be prepared to provide your license or registration number.
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