STEM Postdoctoral Research Scientist (Part-Time | $55 –$80/hr)

STEM PhDs Hourly Contract | Remote | Part-Time $55 –$70 per hour

About the Role

Mercor is collaborating with a leading global AI research lab to engage STEM PhD experts for a high-impact research initiative. In this role, you will apply your advanced academic expertise to help train and refine next-generation AI systems. You’ll design high-quality, domain-specific problems and analyses that improve the reasoning, accuracy, and depth of large language models (LLMs) across multiple STEM disciplines. This is a unique opportunity to shape how cutting-edge AI models understand and replicate real-world problem-solving in scientific and engineering contexts. Ideal Candidates You’re an excellent fit if you:

• Hold a PhD in a STEM field such as Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical), Biology, Chemistry, or Physics.
• Completed your undergraduate studies in the U.S., U.K., Canada, Europe, or India.
• Have a deep understanding of your field and enjoy tackling complex, research-grade problems.
• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and analytical rigor.

Key Responsibilities

• Create high-quality, domain-specific problems and solutions in your field.
• Collaborate with AI researchers via a private Slack workspace to refine content quality.
• Review and evaluate AI-generated responses for reasoning and accuracy.
• Help develop data that strengthens the logic and precision of AI models.

Project Details

• Start Date: Immediate (rolling applications accepted)
• Duration: 1–2 months (with potential extension)
• Commitment: 10–20 hours/week (flexible up to 40 hours/week)
• Schedule: Fully remote and asynchronous — work at your convenience.

Compensation & Contract Terms

• Hourly Rate: $55–$70 USD/hour
• Type: Independent Contractor
• Payments: Issued weekly via Stripe Connect

Application & Screening Process

• Submit your resume to begin the application.
• Interview & Form: Complete a short 20–30 minute session to share your academic background and expertise.
• Onboarding: Accepted applicants will be added to a private collaboration channel with AI research leads.

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