STEM PhDs and Technical Domain Experts

Mercor
Data analysis
Remote
Some countries only
Contract

$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:

  • 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

  • Have high attention to detail

  • Have exceptional written and verbal communication skills

  • 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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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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