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AI Research Generalist (Mac M-Series) at Mercor
posted 3 months agoAI Research Generalist (Mac M-Series) | $50–60/hr | Remote | Part-Time
Mercor is seeking detail-oriented individuals to support a research project with a leading AI lab. In this role, you will help benchmark and improve cutting-edge AI models by creating high-quality research questions, answers, and evaluation materials. This is a flexible, part-time opportunity ideal for postgraduate students or early-career professionals looking to contribute to meaningful AI research.
Key Responsibilities
- Create high-quality research questions, answers, and evaluation materials to train advanced language models
- Conduct thorough online research and synthesize information from diverse sources
- Clearly structure and communicate findings in written form
- Contribute to benchmarking and improving state-of-the-art AI systems
Qualifications
- Required: A MacBook with an Apple Silicon (M-series) chip running macOS 15 or higher (MacBook Pro or MacBook Air)
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a Master's degree, or 2–3 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's from a reputable institution
- Strong online research and written communication skills
- Ability to gather and clearly summarize information from multiple sources
- Background in STEM or non-STEM fields both welcome; interdisciplinary degree is a plus
Role Details
- Part-time commitment of approximately 10–20 hours per week
- Clearly structured responsibilities without the high-pressure environment of internships or full-time consulting
- Immediate start preferred
Application & Onboarding Process
- Submit your resume
- Complete a brief 15-minute AI interviewer conversation to assess research and reasoning skills
- Complete a short paid assessment to evaluate your fit for the role
- Receive follow-up communication within a few days regarding your application status
How to apply for this role
- Upload your resume — keep it up-to-date and in English. Mercor will auto-fill your profile from it.
- Complete the AI interview — a 15-minute conversation about your experience. Be ready to discuss specific projects and challenges you've solved.
- Submit your application — only about 20% of applicants finish all the steps, so completing yours puts you well ahead.