Orthodontic Expert - Fully Remote | Up to $150/hr

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: Orthodontist
Type: Contract
Compensation: $150/hour
Location: Remote

Role Responsibilities

• Read de-identified orthodontic imaging such as cephalometric and panoramic radiographs, CBCT, and intraoral scans. Record the reference finding.
• Apply diagnostic conventions and treatment-planning reasoning used in practice.
• Review AI-generated reads and flag errors that are inaccurate, unsupported, or could compromise patient care.
• Write structured rationales on clinical rigor, completeness, and clarity.
• Work independently and asynchronously to improve AI model performance. Flexible part-time hours.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• DDS or DMD from a dental school in the United States.
• Completed an accredited orthodontics residency (certificate or MS in orthodontics).
• Active, unrestricted US dental license.
• Currently treating patients as an orthodontist in the US, with at least 5 years of independent practice after residency.
• Resident in the US, outside California.
• Clear written communication and close attention to detail.

Start Date

• Immediate

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

• Upload your resume.
• Complete a 25-minute conversational interview on your background, experience, and motivations.
• Credential verification: license status, board certification, training, and current practice setting.
• Receive next steps and onboarding details within a few days.

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.