More about the Computer Science Expert (Masters/PhD) role at Mercor

Mercor is seeking Computer Science PhDs for a premier project with one of the world's top AI labs. This role pays between USD $65-75/hour

.
In this role, you will contribute your subject matter expertise to a cutting-edge project involving frontier large language models. Specifically, you will craft high-quality, challenging problems in your domain expertise with real-world applicability to inform the future of AI innovatio

n.
Ideal Qualificatio

• ns:
  Have a Masters or PhD in Computer Science from a top US univers
• ity.Have high attention to det
• ail.Have exceptional written and verbal communication ski
• lls.Have excellent proficiency in Engl
• ish.Are currently based in the U.S., Canada, New Zealand, UK, or Austra

lia.
Key Responsibili

• ties:
  You will work asynchronously with a team of highly qualified experts across your d
• omain.You will craft, solve, and review challenging problems with real world applicab
• ility.The project is 10-20 hours of work per week with potential for increased hours and exte
• nsion.The work is fully remote and asynchr

onous.
Role Sta

• rt Date
  This role will begin in late September with applications reviewed on a rollin

g basis.
Intervie

• w Process
  You will complete a short interview to assess your domain
• expertise.You will be paid for up to 1 hour of onboarding time including the screening process and a few onboarding videos if you

are hired.
Compensation And Le

• gal Details
  You will be legally classified as an hourly contractor
• for Mercor.You will be paid out at the end of each week via Str
• ipe Connect.Pay is in USD and subject to ex

change rates

About Mercor
Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs, headquartered in San Francisco, CA. Our distinguished investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, an

d Jack Dorsey.
We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodation

s upon request.
Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Mercor team will be there to supp

ort your growth.
🟢 Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of w

hat’s outlined 🟢
Ke

• y Responsibilities
  🤝 Working asynchr
• onously with a team🧩 Crafting a
• nd solving problems⏰ Man

aging project

• hoursKey Strengths
  🔍
• Attention to detail🗣️ Written and verbal
• communication skills🇬🇧 Pr

oficiency in EnglishWhy Mercor is partnering with Hatch on this role. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that’s right for them. So when you apply you have the chance to show more th

an just your resume.
A Final Note: This is a role with M