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Economics Expert (PhD)

Mid levelJuniorPart-timeContract$100 - $135/hour20 - 40 hours/week1 - 2 monthsRemoteDataInformation technologyUser researchPosted 5 months ago
Pay for this job is USD $65-$90 per hour, which is approx AUD $100-$135
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About the job

Mercor is on an exciting journey to hire experienced Economics professionals for a collaboration with a top AI research lab. This job offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of advanced AI systems that replicate real-world economic workflows. The team values collaboration, flexibility, and a commitment to academic rigor, making it a great fit for those passionate about economics and technology.

You'll be responsible for

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Creating and assessing complex problems in economics

Designing and evaluating intricate economic scenarios across various subdomains.
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Evaluating AI-generated responses

Assessing the accuracy and relevance of AI outputs in the context of economics.
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Collaborating with AI researchers and engineers

Working together to improve AI model performance through asynchronous communication.

Key criteria

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PhD in Economics

Possession of a PhD from a top university is essential.

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2+ years of academic experience

Demonstrated experience in research, publication, or teaching.

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Deep subject-matter expertise

Proven knowledge across microeconomics, macroeconomics, and more.

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5 criteria for this job
PhD in Economics
Possession of a PhD from a top university is essential.

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2+ years of academic experience
Demonstrated experience in research, publication, or teaching.

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Deep subject-matter expertise
Proven knowledge across microeconomics, macroeconomics, and more.

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Exceptional communication skills
Strong written and verbal skills for clear feedback.

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Attention to detail
Analytical thinking to ensure academic rigor in evaluations.

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