Academic Writers & Researchers - AI Training
Mercor • Remote
Education
Any
Type
hourly
Pay Rate (by country)
$65–$75/hr
Listed
15d ago
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What We Know About This Role
- Weekly hours
- 20–30 hrs/week
About this Role
From the Mercor listing
Role Overview
Mercor is looking for detail-oriented generalists with strong research and analytical skills to support data quality control and annotation projects with leading AI labs. You will review, evaluate, and label data outputs to help benchmark and improve cutting-edge AI models across a variety of domains.
Academics — Qualifications
3 to 5 years of relevant experience in your academic field, or currently pursuing / recently completed a Master's or PhD
Background as a teacher, professor, or researcher; relevant fields include history, art, and psychology
Strong attention to detail and the ability to apply consistent judgment across large volumes of tasks
Excellent written communication and research skills
Ability to understand and follow detailed rubrics and evaluation guidelines
Job Details
Part-time commitment of approximately 20 - 30 hours per week
Structured, well-defined tasks with clear guidelines, in a low-pressure environment
Immediate start preferred
Application and Onboarding Process
Submit your resume
Complete a brief paid assessment to further evaluate your fit for the role
You will receive follow-up communication within a few days regarding your application status and next steps
Pay and Legal Status: - Compensation stated above are effective rates. Once you start tasking, the pay you receive will be effectively close to the rates mentioned.
Requirements
- Must be eligible to work in Remote
- Fluent proficiency in English (Written & Verbal)
- Reliable high-speed internet connection
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
- Demonstrated expertise in Psychology
Why This Role
No office, no fixed hours, no relocation. This Academic Writers & Researchers - AI Training role pays $70/hr fully remote, giving you access to Psychology work that would otherwise be limited to a handful of major cities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mercor for freelancers or full-time contractors?
Mercor places you with one client for a defined engagement, like 'Python Tutor for 3 months', rather than having you grab small tasks from a shared queue. Most roles function as steady contract work, not one-off gigs.
Does Mercor's application require an on-camera interview?
Yes, every applicant records a video interview with an AI interviewer that asks questions about your resume. Clients review that recording to judge communication skills before matching, so there's no way to apply without going on camera.
Does it cost money to apply to Mercor?
No, applying and joining Mercor is free. Mercor's revenue comes from a fee it charges the client on top of your hourly rate, not from applicants. Treat any request for payment to join as a red flag.
What equipment do I need for creative AI training roles?
For voice or audio roles at this pay level, a professional home studio setup (XLR microphone, acoustically treated room) is typically required. Phone recordings and laptop mics usually get rejected by quality control.
How is my creative work actually used in AI training?
As ground-truth data: for writers, that means creative generation samples; for voice actors, it often means training text-to-speech models. Check the specific contract details on rights usage for your voice or likeness before signing.
Do creative AI training roles allow creative freedom?
Some, within limits. You're hired for your talent, but most projects still require following strict style guides, like keeping a neutral tone or matching a technical-manual style. Consistency across the dataset matters more than personal expression here.
What does Psychology work look like for a Academic Writers & Researchers - AI Training?
Tasks here are scoped to Psychology, not generic labeling. As a Academic Writers & Researchers - AI Training, expect to draw on real domain judgment (evaluating outputs, correcting errors, or providing expert reasoning specific to Psychology) rather than following a one-size-fits-all rubric. If you don't have hands-on Psychology background, this is likely not the right listing to start with.
How many hours per week does this role require?
Based on the listing, this role is scoped at 20–30 hours per week. Treat this as a real commitment expectation, not a loose estimate.
What happens when I click Apply on this listing?
You'll be taken to Mercor's external site to complete your application there. This listing links through a referral, but the process is identical to applying directly; the link just routes you correctly. Create an account on their site and follow their onboarding steps.
How soon will I start working after applying to Mercor?
Not immediately. Mercor is a talent marketplace, not a task queue, so applying puts you in a pool of candidates. You start working only once a specific client, like a major AI lab, selects your profile, and that matching process can take weeks.