STEM Specialist - Quantitative Analyst

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 Expert (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology)
Type: Contract
Compensation: $75/hour
Location: Remote

Role Responsibilities

• Analyze complex problems in physics, chemistry, mathematics, or biology to enhance AI model training and evaluation.
• Develop structured reasoning approaches to improve model outputs and accuracy.
• Apply quantitative methods and data analysis to solve interdisciplinary challenges.
• Communicate solutions clearly and concisely to support AI research teams.
• Work independently and asynchronously to deliver high-quality outputs.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in a STEM field (or currently pursuing one).
• 1+ year of relevant experience in academic, research, internships, or industry.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality outputs.

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

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

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.