Base Pay Range
$*****/hr - $******/hr
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:
Competitive Math Expert
Type:
Independent Contractor
Compensation:
$50–$100/hour
Location:
US, UK, Canada, or Australia
Duration:
6 weeks
Commitment:
20+ hours/week
Role Responsibilities
Contribute mathematical expertise to the design and evaluation of AI-generated reasoning and solutions.
Review AI outputs on challenging mathematical tasks for accuracy, rigor, and logical soundness.
Provide structured feedback on clarity, reasoning depth, and problem-solving approach.
Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers to refine model reasoning and performance.
Work independently with flexible hours to meet project goals.
Qualifications
Must-Have
Strong background in competition mathematics (e.g., AMC, AIME, USAMO, IMO, or Putnam-level experience).
Deep understanding of problem-solving in algebra, combinatorics, number theory, and geometry.
Excellent logical reasoning and written communication skills.
Background in mathematics, computer science, physics, or related field (high school, undergraduate, or graduate level welcome).
Start Date
Immediate
Compensation & Legal
$80 USD/hour (independent contractor)
Top performers may receive weekly bonus incentives based on performance and throughput.
Daily payment via Stripe Connect
Application Process (Takes ***** mins to complete)
Upload resume
Brief application form
Model-training interview: a 25-minute conversational session to understand your background, experience, and approach to problem-solving
Follow-up communication within a few days with next steps and onboarding details
Resources & Support
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PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Research
Industries
Software Development
Freelance Mathematics Expert – AI Trainer
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