Nuclear Safeguards Analyst - Expert

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: Safeguards Analyst / IAEA or Euratom Inspector
Type: Contract
Compensation: $65–$75/hour
Location: Remote

Role Responsibilities

• Write challenging single-turn prompts in the nuclear materials domain, labeled as benign, dual-use, and adversarial.
• Evaluate AI model responses against a defined policy standard and judge correctness.
• Write reference answers, detailing correct responses and the technical reasoning behind them.
• Collaborate with experts to ensure models accurately judge misuse potential without failing routine questions.
• Provide clear, structured feedback to improve AI model performance in nuclear safeguards.
• Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while enhancing AI model judgment.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• Experience as an IAEA, Euratom, or state-system (SSAC/RSAC) inspector.
• Expertise in material accountancy, including facility declarations and MUF evaluation.
• Knowledge of Additional Protocol implementation and safeguards instrumentation.
• Strong technical writing skills with prior experience in published research or expert witness roles.

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

• Upload resume
• AI interview based on your resume
• Submit form

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