Research PhD (STEM)

Overview:

We are recruiting PhDs and PhD candidates in STEM fields to join research projects with leading AI labs to help benchmark and improve cutting-edge AI models.

Qualifications:

• [Required] You must have (or should be working toward) a PhD in a STEM field (e.g., computer science, biology, machine learning, chemistry, mathematics).

• A working background in the domain or a familiarity with the frontier of domain research.

Details about the role:

• You will help AI researchers improve state-of-the-art AI models in your domain of expertise.

• The role is fully remote and asynchronous (i.e., you can work according to your own schedule).

• You can work part-time (10-40 hours per week).

With respect to pay and legal status:

• Depending on the project and your field, hourly rates may range from 45-100+ USD per hour.

• You’ll work as an independent contractor.

• You must be based in the US, UK, or Canada with valid work authorization.

About Mercor:

• Our team is based in San Francisco, CA.

• We specialize in recruiting experts for the world's leading AI labs and technology companies.

• Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.