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Teaching Expert – AI Research Project at Mercor
posted 1 year agoTeaching Expert – AI Research Project | $50–70/hr | Remote US/CA
Mercor is seeking experienced educators to join a groundbreaking research initiative focused on advancing the capabilities of AI-driven educational tools. This contract opportunity is ideal for professionals passionate about shaping the future of technology in education.
- Collaborate with researchers to create and refine realistic teaching scenarios.
- Design, review, and provide feedback on teaching-style prompts, responses, and work products.
- Evaluate logic, clarity, and educational value in AI-generated outputs.
- Work both independently and as part of a team to complete project sprints.
This is an experimental project requiring adaptability and close teamwork with the research team.
Qualifications:- Minimum 3 years full-time teaching experience at middle or high school level in the US or Canada.
- Strong research, analytical, and written communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate and iterate within a small group.
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 6–8 weeks
- Commitment: ~30 hours/week
- Competitive hourly rate, with bonus incentives for top performers
- Independent contractor engagement; payment via Stripe Connect
Join Mercor and leverage your teaching expertise to help build the future of AI in education!
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.