English Language and Literature Expert
Mercor • Remote
Education
Not stated
Type
Hourly
Pay Rate
$50/hr
Listed
24d ago
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Mercor is seeking experienced English Linguistic Experts to join a cutting-edge AI research project in partnership with a leading research lab. This role centers on evaluating how effectively a large language model (LLM) performs in English-language tasks and on curating high-quality English linguistic data to train and improve the model’s understanding and generation capabilities.
Key Responsibilities:
Evaluate the quality and accuracy of LLM-generated English text across various use cases (e.g., summarization, dialogue, grammar correction, rewriting, and reasoning).
Edit, refine, or rewrite English content to meet high linguistic, stylistic, and cultural standards.
Annotate English text for grammatical, syntactic, semantic, and stylistic features.
Identify model errors, inconsistencies, and language gaps, and provide feedback to improve LLM performance.
Provide detailed linguistic feedback and analysis to guide ongoing model training efforts.
You’re a strong fit if you have:
Native or near-native fluency in English, with an excellent command of grammar, syntax, vocabulary, and stylistics.
Professional experience in editing, proofreading, writing, linguistic annotation, language evaluation, or NLP data work in English.
Strong understanding of linguistic nuances, regional variations, tone, and context-appropriate English usage.
Excellent ability to identify subtle grammatical errors, awkward phrasing, ambiguity, and unnatural language.
Interest in AI and LLM-driven language technologies is preferred but not required.
Strong attention to detail, analytical judgment, and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently in a distributed, remote environment.
Why Join
Contribute to cutting-edge AI research in partnership with a leading research lab.
Work on high-impact projects that directly support the development of advanced AI systems.
Gain hands-on exposure to state-of-the-art AI research and development.
Work fully remotely with flexible, asynchronous hours.
Join a fast-moving project where your expertise and judgment can have a meaningful impact.
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 Humanities
How long hiring takes
Across the AI training platforms we refer candidates to, the median gap between referral and hire is about 30 days. It varies by platform and role, so treat it as a rough guide for this one.
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Common questions
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 does task-based AI training work look like?
Practical, hands-on data work: recording short videos, categorizing images, rating text responses, or analyzing data. Tasks are designed to be short and distinct, typically 5 to 60 minutes each.
What does Humanities work look like for an English Language and Literature Expert?
Tasks here are scoped to Humanities, not generic labeling. As an English Language and Literature Expert, expect to draw on real domain judgment (evaluating outputs, correcting errors, or providing expert reasoning specific to Humanities) rather than following a one-size-fits-all rubric. If you don't have hands-on Humanities background, this is likely not the right listing to start with.
What specific skills does this listing call for?
English and Expert are named directly in the listing. If you don't have hands-on experience with these, expect the screening process to test for them directly rather than accepting adjacent experience as a substitute.
How much does this specific role pay?
This listing is posted at $50/hr, an hourly rate. Pay can change between when we last checked the listing and when you apply, so confirm the current number on the platform's own application page before committing time.
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.