STEM Researcher - Fully Remote | Up to $60/hr
About this role
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: STEM Researchers - MSc/PhD (Must own MacBook)
Type: Contract
Compensation: $50–$60/hour
Location: Remote
Commitment: 10–20 hours/week
Role Responsibilities
• Complete and narrate real research tasks such as literature review, data analysis, modeling, and technical writing on your Mac . • Create high-quality training data for advanced AI models . • Conduct research workflows independently to benchmark and improve cutting-edge AI models . • Work with Python/Jupyter , MATLAB , R , LaTeX , and other research tools. • Collaborate asynchronously and maintain flexible hours to meet deadlines.
Qualifications
Must-Have
• Must own a MacBook or Mac with an Apple M-series chip or Intel processor, running macOS 15 or higher. • Currently pursuing or have completed an MSc or PhD in a STEM field (e.g., physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, computer science, engineering). • Hands-on research experience with tools such as Python/Jupyter , MATLAB , R , LaTeX , reference managers, or lab/data analysis software. • Strong online research skills and ability to gather and clearly summarize information from diverse sources. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Start Date
• Immediate start preferred
Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)
• Submit your resume. • Participate in a brief (3-minute) conversation with our AI interviewer to assess research and reasoning skills. • Complete a brief paid assessment to evaluate your fit for the role.
Resources & Support
• For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome • For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com
PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.