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IMO Expert & Problem Writer at Mercor
posted 3 months agoIMO Expert & Problem Writer | $54–$93/hr | Worldwide Remote
Mercor is partnering with a leading frontier AI research lab on a high-impact mathematics project. We are seeking elite mathematicians — including Olympiad problem writers, selection committee members, and IMO medalists — to help advance AI reasoning capabilities by training large language models to tackle Olympiad-level problems at the highest level.
This is a short-term, high-impact research engagement with the possibility of extension based on performance. Work is flexible and pay-per-task, with no cap on weekly earnings.
Key Responsibilities
- Write original, advanced IMO-style mathematics problems designed to challenge frontier AI models
- Evaluate AI-generated solutions for correctness, clarity, and mathematical rigor
- Identify logical flaws, incomplete reasoning, or insufficiently rigorous proofs
- Provide clear, concise, and correct solutions with detailed chain-of-thought reasoning
- Uphold extremely high standards of mathematical precision and problem difficulty
Compensation
- Pay-per-task model — payments are tied to each fully completed and accepted problem or review
- Compensation varies based on problem difficulty, solution quality, and efficiency
- Contributors choose how many tasks they complete — no cap on total weekly earnings
Ideal Candidate
- Demonstrated expertise in Olympiad-style mathematics (IMO, Putnam, or equivalent)
- Experience writing or evaluating competition math problems
- Strong written communication skills for solution explanation and reasoning
Application Process
- Complete a brief 20–30 minute interview
- Submit a short form detailing your competition math experience and problem-writing background
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.