AI Researcher

About The JobMercorconnects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors includeBenchmark,General Catalyst,Peter Thiel,Adam D\’Angelo,Larry Summers, andJack Dorsey.Position:AI and ML Research EvaluatorType:ContractCompensation:$105/hourLocation:RemoteCommitment:Flexible hoursRole ResponsibilitiesCritically review machine learning papers for methodological soundness, novelty, and clarity.Inspect Python source code and experimental logs to validate reported metrics against underlying data.Conduct literature reviews using tools such as Google Scholar or Semantic Scholar to identify prior work, detect plagiarism, and assess research originality.Provide structured feedback on \“human-quality\“ research assessments and potential ethical or safety-related concerns.Submit non-identifying background details to establish evaluator credibility for the study.QualificationsMust-HaveStrong academic or professional background in artificial intelligence, machine learning, or related research domains.Ability to read and evaluate Python code, experimental pipelines, and quantitative logs.Demonstrated experience with academic literature review tools.High attention to detail and ability to assess complex technical arguments.PreferredExperience interpreting and analyzing ML papers; familiarity with top-tier venues (e.g., NeurIPS, ICLR, ICML).Start DateImmediateCompensation & LegalPayments are issued regularly based on completed work via Mercor\’s platform.Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)Submit your resume or CV to begin.Complete a brief form outlining your technical background and relevant publications.Additional screening questions or sample evaluations may be requested to confirm expertise.Resources & SupportFor details about the interview process and platform information, please check: For any help or support, reach out to: PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.,