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STEM Researchers - MSc/PhD (Must own MacBook)
Role Overview: Mercor is looking for STEM researchers who hold or are currently pursuing an MSc or PhD to support a research project with a leading AI lab. You will work through real research workflows on your own Mac to help benchmark and improve cutting edge AI models.…
PLATFORMMercor
LOCATIONRemote
PAY$50–$60/hr
SCHEDULE40 hrs/week
LAST CHECKED4 Nov 2026
THE OPPORTUNITY
Put your skills to work.
Role Overview: Mercor is looking for STEM researchers who hold or are currently pursuing an MSc or PhD to support a research project with a leading AI lab. You will work through real research workflows on your own Mac to help benchmark and improve cutting edge AI models.…
- Commitment
- hourly
- Hours per week
- 40
- Field
- Data Analysis
- Open slots
- 2
Role Overview
Mercor is looking for STEM researchers who hold or are currently pursuing an MSc or PhD to support a research project with a leading AI lab. You will work through real research workflows on your own Mac to help benchmark and improve cutting-edge AI models.
Qualifications
- Required: You must own a MacBook or Mac with an Apple M-series chip or Intel processor, running macOS 15 or higher. Applicants without a Mac cannot be considered.
- Currently pursuing or have completed an MSc or PhD in a STEM field (e.g., physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, computer science, engineering)
- Hands-on research experience with tools such as Python/Jupyter, MATLAB, R, LaTeX, reference managers, or lab/data analysis software
- Strong online research skills and ability to gather and clearly summarize information from diverse sources
- Ability to clearly explain your reasoning while you work
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Job Details
- Part-time commitment of approximately 10-20 hours per week
- Responsibilities include completing and narrating real research tasks (literature review, data analysis, modeling, technical writing) on your Mac to create high-quality training data for advanced AI models
- Clearly structured responsibilities without the high pressure typically found in internships or full-time consulting roles
- Immediate start preferred
Application and Onboarding Process
- Submit your resume, followed by a brief (3-minute) conversation with our AI interviewer to assess research and reasoning skills
- 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
Role details are copied from the Mercor listing and can change. Check the platform before you apply.
Relevant skills
Data AnalysisSTEM ResearchersMSc
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