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Role Overview Mercor is recruiting elite Economics Research Experts for a specialized research project in partnership with a leading foundational model AI lab. In this fully remote, flexible engagement, you will leverage your deep macroeconomic and econometric expertise to evaluate, benchmark, and advance how frontier AI systems handle complex economic reasoning.
STRICT QUALIFICATIONS:
* Education: You MUST hold a PhD in Economics. _(Master's-only candidates cannot be considered)._
* Institutional Pedigree: At least 2+ years of post-doctoral or professional research experience at top-tier institutions leading economics research—such as the World Bank, IMF, Federal Reserve (Fed), central banks, or premier Graduate Schools.
* _Note for US-based applicants: We are unable to support H1-B or STEM OPT visa holders for this independent contractor role._
Engagement Details & Commitment
* Work Structure: 100% remote, independent contractor position. Set your own schedule.
* Commitment: Minimum 10 hours per week for a minimum 4-week engagement (with strong potential for extension and selection into future high-tier AI research projects).
* Confidentiality: Your work will strictly not involve access to any confidential or proprietary data from your current or past institutions.
Compensation & Payment
* Compensation: Highly lucrative flat rate of $150.00 to $160.00 per hour.
* Payments: Processed securely and weekly via Stripe or Wise based on services rendered.
_(We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.)_