Non-CS STEM Generalists

Role Description

Mercor is collaborating with a leading AI lab to engage detail-oriented digital natives for a short-term project with an opportunity for a long-term extension. Contractors will support AI training workflows by working directly within a Gmail client. This project is well-suited for individuals with strong digital literacy , STEM / technical undergraduates, master’s students, digitally skilled professionals, and other generalists interested in practical exposure to AI systems. Light familiarity with JSON is helpful but not required.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured processes
• Comfort working with digital tools and interfaces such as Gmail (digital native profile)
• Familiarity with JSON or structured data formats preferred
• Background in STEM / technical disciplines (undergraduate or master’s students encouraged) or digitally skilled professionals including freelancers encouraged
• Generalist mindset with adaptability to evolving workflows

• The work is fully remote and can be done around your schedule
• You must be able to commit around 20 hours per week for this role
• This contract is expected to last a couple of weeks with the opportunity of expansion into several months, including promotion opportunities within the project
• Successful contributions increase the odds that you are selected on future projects with Mercor

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured processes
• Comfort working with digital tools and interfaces such as Gmail
• Familiarity with JSON or structured data formats preferred
• Background in STEM / technical disciplines
• Generalist mindset with adaptability to evolving workflows

Requirements

• Commitment of around 20 hours per week
• Ability to work fully remote

Benefits

• Pay at least $50/hr (USD), and more depending on your background and experience
• Weekly payments via Stripe Connect based on the number of hours logged
• Classification as an “at-will” contractor to Mercor

Application process

• Submit your resume and conduct a short AI interview
• Selected applicants may be invited to a small-scale test task

Company Description

Mercor is a San Francisco-based company specializing in connecting elite professionals with cutting-edge AI initiatives. Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. We help leading AI labs accelerate progress by bringing in top-tier human expertise.