STEM PhDs and Technical Domain Experts
$60 to $120/hIndicative range provided by Mercor
Posted on July 24, 2026 · Applications until November 6, 2026
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This remote role involves creating difficult domain-specific problems to train advanced large language models. The ideal candidate holds an advanced degree in a STEM field and possesses exceptional attention to detail.
Description in English, as published by Mercor.
Mercor is seeking STEM PhDs and Technical Domain Experts for a premier project with one of the world's top AI labs. This role pays between $60-120/hour.
In this role, you will contribute your subject matter expertise to a cutting-edge project involving state-of-the-art large language models. Specifically, you will help create high-quality data that will inform the future of AI innovation by coming up with difficult problems in your domain.
You're a good fit if you:
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Have a PhD or advanced degree (or equivalent industry experience) in one of the following domains: Medicine / Healthcare, Statistics and Data Science, AI / ML Research, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Earth & Environmental Science, Game Development or Mechanical / Aerospace Engineering
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Have high attention to detail
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Have exceptional written and verbal communication skills
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Screening Process: You will need to complete a short interview and task that will take 20-30 mins. We're currently accepting applicants only from the U.S., UK, AUS, NZ, and Canada.
Apply today and leverage your leadership and technical expertise to advance cutting-edge AI models!
22 openings
Some countries: North America, Europe, Oceania
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