AI Research Role for STEM PhDs
Location
edmonton, division no. 11
Job Type
Full-time
Category
Other-General
Posted
June 10, 2026
Mercor is hiring STEM PhDs for a remote role focused on enhancing AI research through innovative problem development. Utilize your expertise to shape future AI models.
This contract position, offering 15-20 hours a week, connects you to premier AI research teams to collaborate on significant projects. Based in San Francisco, Mercor enables you to work asynchronously while ensuring impactful contributions to AI model training and improvement. Your role will be critical in utilizing data analysis to enhance AI frameworks.
Key Responsibilities:
• Create challenging domain-specific problems for AI training
• Analyze AI model outputs to ensure high standards
• Collaborate effectively with research teams
• Work independently on scheduled tasks
• Shape AI development with your academic expertise
Requirements:
• Doctorate in a STEM field from a recognized institution
• Attention to detail in all aspects of research
• Strong communication skills, both written an...
This contract position, offering 15-20 hours a week, connects you to premier AI research teams to collaborate on significant projects. Based in San Francisco, Mercor enables you to work asynchronously while ensuring impactful contributions to AI model training and improvement. Your role will be critical in utilizing data analysis to enhance AI frameworks.
Key Responsibilities:
• Create challenging domain-specific problems for AI training
• Analyze AI model outputs to ensure high standards
• Collaborate effectively with research teams
• Work independently on scheduled tasks
• Shape AI development with your academic expertise
Requirements:
• Doctorate in a STEM field from a recognized institution
• Attention to detail in all aspects of research
• Strong communication skills, both written an...