Senior Economics Research Expert

Mercor
Sciences and research
Remote
Contract

$150 to $250/hIndicative range provided by Mercor

Posted on September 28, 2026 · Applications until November 6, 2026

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The Senior Economics Research Expert leads advanced economics research for a foundational model AI lab. Candidates must hold a PhD in Economics and have at least two years of experience at top institutions.

Description in English, as published by Mercor.

Mercor is recruiting Senior Economics Research Experts for a research project with a leading foundational model AI lab.

You are a great fit if you:

  • Have at least 2 years of experience working for top institutions, leading economics research (e.g. World Bank, IMF, Fed, Graduate Schools)

  • PhD in Economics

Here are more details about the role:

  • You must be able to commit at least 10 hours per week for this role

  • This is a minimum four week engagement

  • Successful contributions increase the odds that you are selected on future projects with Mercor

15 openings

Open worldwide

About Mercor

Mercor is a US marketplace hiring remote experts for AI and consulting projects, from law to engineering. The original posting is on their site.

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