Mercor

STEM Domain Expert - Fully Remote | Upto $80/hr

Remote, Canada remote Entry CAD55 - CAD80
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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 PhDs and Technical Domain Experts
Type:Contract
Compensation:$55–$80/hour
Location:Remote
Role Responsibilities

Contribute subject matter expertise to a cutting-edge project with state-of-the-art large language models.

Create high-quality data by developing difficult problems in your domain.

Evaluate and improve AI model performance through rigorous testing and feedback.

Collaborate with AI research teams to enhance training data quality.

Work independently and asynchronously to meet project deadlines.

Qualifications

Must-Have

PhD or advanced degree (or equivalent industry experience) in Medicine, Healthcare, Statistics, Data Science, AI/ML Research, Computer Science, Game Development, or Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering.

High attention to detail.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Interview Process
Complete a short interview and task (20–30 mins). Paid onboarding time includes this and a few onboarding videos if hired.
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Role
Technology & IT Human Resources Remote Collaboration Stem Domain Expert remote

Likely questions

  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the STEM Domain Expert - Fully Remote | Upto $80/hr role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at Mercor?
  3. Which of Human Resources, Remote Collaboration and Stem have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. Describe a time you solved a problem without waiting to be told exactly what to do.
  5. How do you stay organised and communicate clearly when working remotely?

Prepare before the call

  • A recent example that proves your experience with Human Resources, Remote Collaboration and Stem.
  • One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

Ask them

  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
Practice line

I am interested in the STEM Domain Expert - Fully Remote | Upto $80/hr role because I can bring practical experience in Human Resources, Remote Collaboration and Stem, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes Mercor needs from this hire.

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