STEM Specialist - Quantitative Analyst

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 Expert (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology) Type: Contract Compensation: $75/hour Location: Remote Role Responsibilities Analyze complex problems in physics , chemistry , mathematics , or biology to enhance AI model training and evaluation. Apply structured reasoning and quantitative methods to improve model outputs and problem-solving capabilities. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to address open-ended challenges and ensure comprehensive solutions. Communicate solutions clearly and concisely to support AI research teams and elevate training data quality . Work independently and asynchronously to deliver high-quality outputs with flexible hours . Qualifications Must-Have Bachelor's , Master's , or PhD in a STEM field (or currently pursuing one). 1+ year of relevant experience (academic, research, internships, or industry). Strong foundation in physics , chemistry , mathematics , or biology . Demonstrated strength in problem-solving and analytical thinking. Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality outputs. 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