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Economics Expert (PhD) at Mercor
posted 1 year agoEconomics 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!
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.