Economics Expert (PhD) at Mercor

Economics Expert (PhD) | $65–80/hr | Remote

Join Mercor as an Economics Expert and collaborate with a leading AI research lab to shape the future of artificial intelligence. This contract role is ideal for Economics PhDs passionate about advancing AI through rigorous subject-matter expertise.

• Design, review, and evaluate complex economics problems across microeconomics, macroeconomics, game theory, econometrics, and behavioral economics.
• Assess AI-generated responses for accuracy, consistency, and relevance.
• Provide clear, detailed written feedback on economics problem sets and solutions.
• Work asynchronously with AI researchers and engineers to enhance model performance.
• Ensure academic rigor and precision in all economics content used for AI training and evaluation.

Qualifications:

• PhD in Economics from a US university.
• Undergraduate degree from a US, UK, or Canadian institution.
• Deep expertise in core economics areas.
• Exceptional communication and analytical skills.
• Prior teaching, research, or publication experience is a plus.

Project Details:

• Start Date: July (rolling applications)
• Duration: Minimum 1–2 months
• Commitment: Part-time, ~20 hours/week (potential to extend)
• Fully remote and flexible schedule

Compensation & Contract:

• Competitive hourly rate, paid weekly via Stripe Connect
• Independent Contractor status

Application Process:

• Submit resume and application form
• Participate in a brief AI interview
• Complete a paid, task-based work trial

Apply today and leverage your economics expertise to drive innovation in AI with Mercor!