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Economics Expert (PhD) at Mercor

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mercor.com Contractor remote 65-80/hr 25 views

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!

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