Government & Public Policy Evaluator | $40–$60/hr | Remote (Worldwide)
Mercor, in partnership with a leading AI research lab, is seeking experienced Government and Public Policy Evaluators to assess AI-generated research reports across census data, economic indicators, voting statistics, budget allocations, and policy impact metrics. This is a flexible, part-time remote role ideal for policy and data professionals looking to contribute to cutting-edge AI development.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate agent-generated research reports for accuracy, relevance, data integrity, and clarity
- Assess insights derived from census data, economic indicators, and public finance reports
- Verify statistical tables, budget figures, and policy metrics using reputable government and public sources
- Identify inconsistencies in policy analysis, electoral data interpretation, and fiscal reporting
- Complete evaluations independently within assigned deadlines while maintaining high precision and consistency
Ideal Candidate
We are looking for professionals with a background in Public Policy, Political Science, Economics, Public Administration, Data Analysis, or related fields, including:
- 2–3 years of professional experience in public policy analysis, government research, or economic analysis
- Experience working with census datasets, demographic reports, or population statistics
- Familiarity with economic indicators such as GDP, inflation, employment data, and fiscal trends
- Experience analyzing voting statistics, electoral data, or public opinion research
- Hands-on exposure to government budget allocations, public expenditure reports, or fiscal policy analysis
- Ability to interpret policy impact metrics and outcome-based performance indicators
- Proven skill in sourcing and validating public datasets and government reports from credible sources
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and excellent written communication
- Comfort working independently and asynchronously
Education
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Economics, Public Administration, Statistics, or a related field.
Role Details
- Hours: Part-time, 20–40 hours/week with flexible scheduling
- Rate: $40–$60/hour depending on expertise
- Location: Fully remote, worldwide
