Overview
Base pay range: $50.00/hr - $60.00/hr
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
Role: STEM Expert – Contract, Remote
Commitment: 20 hours per week
Duration: 1 month
Responsibilities
Develop and refine high-quality reasoning questions to evaluate AI models. Ensure accuracy, rigor, and instructional quality in biology, physics, and chemistry.
Design and optimize STEM-based prompts with multiple constraints and scientific instructions.
Define and document evaluation standards for correct responses in STEM contexts, developing a comprehensive rubric.
Conduct model testing and grading by running prompts through models and assessing outputs against expectations.
Support benchmarking and quality assurance by collaborating in QA review processes to maintain scientific rigor and consistency.
Work independently and asynchronously to meet project deadlines and contribute to the continuous improvement of AI model performance.
Requirements / Qualifications
BS or BA in Biology, Physics, or Chemistry
Familiarity with undergraduate-level biology, physics, and chemistry topics
Strong writing and critical thinking skills
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years of experience in teaching, research, or applied STEM discipline field
Engagement Details
Remote and asynchronous role
20 hours per week commitment
1-month duration
Structured project setting with transparent goals and tools
Application Process
Complete an AI-led interview, this should take around 15 minutes
Complete a 45-minute written assessment that will guide you through writing rubrics
If selected, you will be invited to work on the project
Resources & Support
Details about the interview process and platform information: talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome
For any help or support, contact:
PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this prospect.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Science, Research, and Education
Industries
Software Development
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