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Bilingual German STEM Expert at Mercor
posted 7 months agoBilingual German STEM Expert | $38–43/hr | Remote Worldwide
Mercor is seeking a Bilingual German STEM Expert with expertise in biology, physics, or chemistry to develop and refine high-quality reasoning questions for AI model evaluation. You'll create scientifically rigorous test items in both German and English, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and proper academic tone across languages.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design Bilingual STEM Prompts: Create detailed prompts in German and/or English with multiple constraints and scientific instructions
- Define Evaluation Standards: Establish expectations for correct responses and develop comprehensive rubrics that account for scientific rigor and linguistic clarity
- Conduct Model Testing: Run prompts through AI models and assess outputs for scientific accuracy, reasoning quality, and clarity in both German and English
- Quality Assurance: Collaborate in QA review processes to ensure prompt tasks meet scientific standards and maintain consistency across German-language benchmarks
Minimum Qualifications:
- Native-level fluency in German (written) with strong English reading/writing ability
- BS or BA in Biology, Physics, or Chemistry
- Familiarity with undergraduate-level STEM topics
- Strong writing and critical thinking skills
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience in teaching, research, or applied STEM field
Project Details:
- Minimum 20 hours per week commitment
- Approximately 1-month project duration
- Structured environment with clear goals and tools
Application Process:
- Complete a 15-minute AI-led interview
- Complete a 45-minute written assessment on rubric writing
- If selected, receive invitation to join the project
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.