Sunday, October 26, 2025
Mercor

Economic Researcher

Posted: 6 days ago

Job Description

About The JobMercor 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: AI Tutor – EconomicsType: Full-timeCompensation: $45–$100/hourLocation: Palo Alto, CA or RemoteRole ResponsibilitiesUse proprietary tools to label, annotate, and evaluate data related to economics.Provide curated, high-quality datasets for AI model training across macroeconomics, microeconomics, and behavioral economics.Collaborate with technical teams to improve model design, refine annotation workflows, and enhance data quality.Contribute to the development of new AI capabilities through detailed feedback and analytical reasoning.Select and analyze complex problems in your field of expertise to help train models on nuanced economic concepts.Interpret evolving task instructions, maintaining accuracy and judgment in execution.QualificationsMust-HavePhD in Economics or a closely related field.Strong proficiency in written and spoken English, with excellent communication and analytical abilities.Demonstrated ability to work independently and apply sound judgment with limited information.Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.Passion for innovation and the advancement of technology in economics.PreferredAt least one publication in a reputable economics journal or equivalent research outlet.University teaching experience or prior academic mentorship.Familiarity with AI model training, data labeling, or annotation work.Comfort with recording short audio or video segments for research and training purposes.Compensation & LegalHourly contractorPaid weekly via Stripe ConnectApplication Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)Upload resumeAI interview based on your resumeSubmit formResources & SupportFor details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcomeFor any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.comPS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.,

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