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Data Research Consultant - Startup Founders at Mercor
posted 8 months agoData Research Consultant for Startup Founders | $5,000/hr | Worldwide Remote
We're seeking experienced Founders and Early Operators from mid-sized startups (20–150 employees) for a short-term research engagement focused on documenting and reviewing data systems architecture.
The Mission
Help us analyze and document the data systems you've built or managed at high-growth startups. We're interested in understanding:
- Core BI Layers: Dashboards, metrics, cohorts, and funnels
- Operational Reporting: 30+ key queries across Product, Operations, and Finance
- Stakeholder Logic: Data flow from schema to decision-maker
Who We're Looking For
- CEOs, Founders, or Ex-Founders only – this is a strict requirement
- Experience building or managing non-trivial internal systems in high-growth environments
- Prior startup experience at companies with 20–150 employees
- Domain agnostic – we value architectural complexity over industry-specific knowledge
- Available for a short-term, clearly scoped research project
Engagement Structure
- Scope: Retrospective documentation and technical review of previously built systems
- Privacy: This is a private research effort with full technical specifications and additional compensation details shared after initial screening
- Duration: Short-term, focused engagement
Note: Full project details and specifications will be provided to qualified candidates following an initial screening conversation.
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.