Academic Writers & Researchers - AI Training
Mercor • Remote
Education
PhD
Type
Hourly
Pay
$65-75/hr
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What we know about this role
- Weekly hours
- 20–30 hrs/week
About this role
From the Mercor listing
Role Overview
Mercor is looking for detail-oriented generalists with strong research and analytical skills to support data quality control and annotation projects with leading AI labs. You will review, evaluate, and label data outputs to help benchmark and improve cutting-edge AI models across a variety of domains.
Academics — Qualifications
3 to 5 years of relevant experience in your academic field, or currently pursuing / recently completed a Master's or PhD
Background as a teacher, professor, or researcher; relevant fields include history, art, and psychology
Strong attention to detail and the ability to apply consistent judgment across large volumes of tasks
Excellent written communication and research skills
Ability to understand and follow detailed rubrics and evaluation guidelines
Job Details
Part-time commitment of approximately 20 - 30 hours per week
Structured, well-defined tasks with clear guidelines, in a low-pressure environment
Immediate start preferred
Application and Onboarding Process
Submit your resume
Complete a brief paid assessment to further evaluate your fit for the role
You will receive follow-up communication within a few days regarding your application status and next steps
Pay and Legal Status: - Compensation stated above are effective rates. Once you start tasking, the pay you receive will be effectively close to the rates mentioned.
Requirements
- Fluent proficiency in English (Written & Verbal)
- Reliable high-speed internet connection
- PhD's degree or equivalent professional experience
- Demonstrated expertise in Psychology
How long hiring takes
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At $65-75/hr, this remote Academic Writers & Researchers - AI Training role doesn't ask you to move or come into an office.
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Does it cost money to apply to Mercor?
No, applying to and joining Mercor is free. Mercor charges the client a fee on top of your rate. If anyone asks you to pay to join, treat it as a scam.
Is Mercor for freelancers or full-time contractors?
Mercor places you with one client for a set contract, such as 'Python Tutor for 3 months'. Most roles are steady contract work rather than one-off tasks.
What equipment do I need for creative AI training roles?
Voice and audio roles at this pay level usually need a home studio: an XLR microphone and a quiet, treated room. Quality checks usually reject phone and laptop recordings.
How is my creative work used in AI training?
Your work becomes examples the model learns from. Writing samples teach it to write, and voice recordings often train text-to-speech models. Read the contract's terms on how your voice or likeness can be used before you sign.
What does Psychology work look like for an Academic Writers & Researchers - AI Training?
You check AI answers to Psychology questions, correct their errors and write expert reasoning. As an Academic Writers & Researchers - AI Training, you're hired for that judgment, so hands-on Psychology experience matters.
How many hours per week does this role require?
Based on the listing, this role is scoped at 20–30 hours per week. Plan your week around it.
How much does this specific role pay?
This listing is posted at $65-75/hr, an hourly rate. Where you land in the range depends on your background and the assessment. Pay can change after we check the listing, so confirm the rate on the platform's application page.
What happens when I click Apply on this listing?
Apply opens Mercor's site, where you create an account and follow its sign-up steps.
Is a PhD required?
For this role, yes, or similar professional depth, and the assessment checks it. PhD candidates and people with published research have qualified without the degree.
How soon will I start working after applying to Mercor?
Usually after a few weeks. Applying puts you in Mercor's pool of candidates, and you start once a client, such as an AI lab, picks your profile.