Role overview
Data Science Expert
Hourly Contract | Part-time Remote (US)
$80 –$120 per hour
About the Role
A leading AI research initiative is seeking experienced Data Science Experts to support high-impact collaborations focused on advancing the reasoning, accuracy, and reliability of cutting-edge AI systems.
In this role, you’ll apply your data science and engineering expertise to evaluate model performance, design algorithmic benchmarks, and improve the technical rigor of AI-generated code and analyses.
Your contributions will directly shape how next-generation AI systems reason, code, and learn.
What you'll work on
Ideal Qualifications
• 3+ years of experience in data science, machine learning, or applied statistics (industry or research).
• Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or related field (Bachelor’s minimum; advanced degree preferred).
• Strong proficiency in Python and SQL; familiarity with R, Java, or Scala is a plus.
• Experience building and deploying ML models using scikit-learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch.
• Skilled in statistical analysis, feature engineering, and data wrangling on large datasets.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and documentation skills.
Project Timeline
• Start Date: Immediate
• Duration: 1–2 months (potential for extension)
• Commitment: 15–25 hours/week (flexible up to 40 hours/week)
• Schedule: Fully remote and asynchronous — work on your own time
Compensation & Contract
• Rate: $80–$120 USD/hour (based on experience)
• Contract Type: Independent contractor
• Payments: Daily via Stripe Connect
Application & Onboarding Process
• Upload your resume or CV.
• Complete a short AI-led interview (15 minutes).
• Receive onboarding materials and next steps within a few days.
⚡ PS: Mercor team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity. ⚡