STEM Research Scientist - Fully Remote | Upto $90/hr

About the job Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark , General Catalyst , Peter Thiel , Adam D'Angelo , Larry Summers , and Jack Dorsey . Position: STEM Researcher — Computational Fields Type: Contract Compensation: $60–$90/hour Location: Remote Commitment: 35 hours/week Role Responsibilities • Design tasks by turning everyday research skills into engaging, multi-step tasks. • Author solutions using Python and notebooks, ensuring rigor and precision. • Define criteria for sound scientific reasoning versus superficial reasoning. • Evaluate models by reviewing attempts and identifying immediate mistakes. • Work as a team to ensure consistent and accurate evaluations. Qualifications Must-Have • MSc or PhD in a STEM field or equivalent practical experience. • 1+ years in an active research role. • Experience with Python -based analysis, simulation, or data pipelines. • Strong grounding in experimental design and hypothesis testing. • Familiarity with Git , IDEs , and notebook environments . Preferred • Experience in AI training , model evaluation, or benchmark/task authoring. • High attention to detail and creativity in task design. Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete) • Upload resume • AI interview based on your resume • Submit form Resources & Support • For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: • For any help or support, reach out to: PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity. Originally posted on Himalayas