STEM Postdoctoral Research Scientist (Part-Time | )
STEM PhDs Hourly Contract | Remote | Part-Time $55 –$70 per hour
About the Role
Mercor is collaborating with a leading global AI research lab to engage STEM PhD experts for a high-impact research initiative. In this role, you will apply your advanced academic expertise to help train and refine next-generation AI systems . You’ll design high-quality, domain-specific problems and analyses that improve the reasoning, accuracy, and depth of large language models (LLMs) across multiple STEM disciplines. This is a unique opportunity to shape how cutting-edge AI models understand and replicate real-world problem-solving in scientific and engineering contexts. Ideal Candidates You’re an excellent fit if you:
- Hold a
PhD in a STEM field such as Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical), Biology, Chemistry, or Physics.
- Completed your
undergraduate studies in the U.S., U.K., Canada, Europe, or India .
- Have a deep understanding of your field and enjoy tackling complex, research-grade problems.
- Possess
strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and analytical rigor.
Key Responsibilities
- Create high-quality, domain-specific problems and solutions in your field.
- Collaborate with AI researchers via a
private Slack workspace to refine content quality.
- Review and evaluate AI-generated responses for reasoning and accuracy.
- Help develop data that strengthens the logic and precision of AI models.
Project Details
- Start Date:
Immediate (rolling applications accepted)
- Duration:
1–2 months (with potential extension)
- Commitment:
10–20 hours/week (flexible up to 40 hours/week)
- Schedule:
Fully remote and asynchronous — work at your convenience. Compensation & Contract Terms
- Hourly Rate:
$55–$70 USD/hour
- Type:
Independent Contractor
- Payments:
Issued weekly via Stripe Connect Application & Screening Process
- Submit your resume
to begin the application.
- Interview & Form:
Complete a short 20–30 minute session to share your academic background and expertise.
- Onboarding:
Accepted applicants will be added to a private collaboration channel with AI research leads. ⚡ PS: Mercor team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity. ⚡