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Verified partner opportunity

STEM PhDs and Technical Domain Experts

$55 - $80 / hour

MercorRemote - location not specifiedHourly contract

Mercor is seeking STEM PhDs and Technical Domain Experts for a premier project with one of the world's top AI labs.

Is this a fit?

  • You can show recent, specific work involving AI evaluation, Clinical reasoning, Data science.
  • The listed commitment of Flexible hours fits your schedule.
  • You can communicate your reasoning clearly in the application language.

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  2. Complete the role-specific screen or assessment requested by the partner.
  3. Confirm availability, location eligibility and work authorization if requested. The partner determines the exact process.

Last verified 2026-09-04

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Official role description

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 $55-90/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, 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 and we will pay for up to 1hour of onboarding time including this and a few onboarding videos if you are hired.

Currently, we are only accepting applicants from the U.S., UK, and Canada. • * *

Apply today and leverage your leadership and technical expertise to advance cutting-edge AI models!

Relevant skills

AI evaluationClinical reasoningData scienceResearch

Who this role may fit

This opportunity may suit professionals with relevant experience in AI evaluation, Clinical reasoning, Data science, Research. Review the official description and requirements before applying.

Compensation context

The listing states $55 - $80 / hour. Confirm the final rate, workload, and payment terms during the official application process.

Qualification checklist

  • You can show recent, specific work involving AI evaluation, Clinical reasoning, Data science.
  • The listed commitment of Flexible hours fits your schedule.
  • You can communicate your reasoning clearly in the application language.
  • You are comfortable with project availability and hours varying over time.

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