Role Description
Mercor is seeking PhD holders, doctoral candidates, and exceptional Master’s graduates in biology, physics, chemistry, or related disciplines to join a high-impact AI research initiative in partnership with a leading AI lab. This role involves evaluating and enhancing large language models (LLMs) by applying deep subject-matter expertise in graduate-level science to rigorously benchmark model performance.
- Evaluate accuracy, scientific depth, and domain relevance of LLM-generated answers across the listed domains.
- Review outputs spanning advanced topics in molecular biology, genetics, classical mechanics, quantum physics, physical chemistry, computer science, engineering, and humanities.
- Identify factual inaccuracies, logical flaws, and reasoning gaps.
- Work independently and asynchronously using provided tools.
Qualifications
- PhD (or PhD candidate) in Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related STEM field.
- Strong familiarity with graduate-level science and research problem solving.
- Excellent written communication and attention to detail.
- Comfortable working independently and remotely.
- Basic Python knowledge preferred, not required.
Requirements
- Part-time (20 hours/week).
- Remote and asynchronous.
Compensation
- Contractor position via Mercor.
- $35–$60/hour based on expertise.
- Weekly payments via Stripe Connect.
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