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
AI Research Specialist (Contractor)
Compensation: $50–$60 per hour
Location: Remote
Commitment: 30 hours per week
Base Pay Range: $50.00 per hour – $60.00 per hour
Role Responsibilities
* Evaluate the scientific accuracy, reasoning, and technical rigor of LLM-generated content across chemical disciplines.
* Review outputs on topics spanning molecular structure, kinetics, thermodynamics, catalysis, reaction mechanisms, and industrial processes.
* Identify and document factual inaccuracies, logical inconsistencies, and reasoning gaps.
* Provide structured feedback and benchmarking using specialized evaluation tools.
* Work independently and asynchronously as part of a distributed research team.
Qualifications
* PhD (or PhD candidate) in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, or a closely related field.
* Strong command of graduate-level chemistry concepts and scientific problem solving.
* Excellent written communication and analytical thinking skills.
* Ability to work independently in a remote, asynchronous environment.
Compensation & Legal
* Contractor position via Mercor.
* Weekly payments via Stripe Connect.
Application Process
* Upload resume.
* AI interview based on your resume.
* Submit final application form.
Resources & Support
* Interview process details: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome.
* Support email: support@mercor.com.
Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.
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