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Mercor Remote Posted 161 days ago

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161d ago

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About this Role

Project Panacea is a Mercor research initiative focused on training AI agents to handle complex, real-world business and consulting work. As a contributor, you'll help design and refine the scenarios used to evaluate and improve how AI systems approach multi-document, multi-stakeholder business problems. This is a long-term role with flexible hours and a consistent workload.

Conduct market research and competitive analysis

Location Requirements

1.5+ years at a top management consultancy (e.g., McKinsey, BCG, Bain, or Big 5)

Project Panacea is a Mercor research initiative focused on training AI agents to handle complex, real-world business and consulting work. As a contributor, you'll help design and refine the scenarios used to evaluate and improve how AI systems approach multi-document, multi-stakeholder business problems. This is a long-term role with flexible hours and a consistent workload. Conduct market research and competitive analysis Develop business cases, operational frameworks, and go-to-market strategies Synthesize data into insights using presentations, memos, and models Collaborate with stakeholders to define key metrics and decision points Support strategic planning, scenario modeling, and opportunity evaluation 1.5+ years at a top management consultancy (e.g., McKinsey, BCG, Bain, or Big 5) Strong analytical and communication skills, both written and verbal Comfortable working independently in ambiguous or rapidly evolving contexts Proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, and basic data analysis tools Experience advising on tech, AI, or SaaS industries preferred but not required Submit your resume to get started You'll complete a short form to detail your consulting background We'll follow up within a few days with potential next steps We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.

  • Role Overview
  • Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct market research and competitive analysis
  • Develop business cases, operational frameworks, and go-to-market strategies
  • Synthesize data into insights using presentations, memos, and models
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define key metrics and decision points
  • Support strategic planning, scenario modeling, and opportunity evaluation
  • Ideal Qualifications
  • 1.5+ years at a top management consultancy (e.g., McKinsey, BCG, Bain, or Big 5)
  • Strong analytical and communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Comfortable working independently in ambiguous or rapidly evolving contexts
  • Proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, and basic data analysis tools
  • Experience advising on tech, AI, or SaaS industries preferred but not required
  • More About the Opportunity
  • Expected commitment: minimum 10 hours/week
  • Application Process
  • Submit your resume to get started
  • You'll complete a short form to detail your consulting background
  • We'll follow up within a few days with potential next steps

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 Business

Compensation Analysis

This role offers a powerful combination of high income ($100/hr) and total flexibility. Unlike traditional contracting, you generally set your own hours. It is an ideal "second stream" of income for professionals who want to stay sharp in their field while gaining exposure to the booming AI industry.

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Is this for freelancers or full-time employees?

Both. Mercor tries to match you with clients who want long-term contractors. Unlike other platforms where you log in and grab small tasks, Mercor matches you with one company for a steady role (e.g., 'Python Tutor for 3 months').

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No. The application requires a video interview with an AI avatar. The AI asks you questions about your resume, and the video is shared with potential clients to prove your communication skills.

Does it cost money to join?

No. You should never pay to join these platforms. Mercor makes money by charging the client a fee on top of your hourly rate.

Is this traditional consulting?

Not exactly. You act as a "Teacher" for advanced AI. Instead of client deliverables, you are given complex scenarios to evaluate. You grade the AI's logic, correct its hallucinations, and provide expert-level reasoning. Your job is to train the model to think like you do.

Why is the pay so high?

This role requires deep, verified expertise. General knowledge isn't enough; the model is specifically being trained on "edge cases"—the rare, difficult, or highly technical nuances that only a senior professional would know.

What is the workload like?

This is cognitive, deep work. Unlike simple data labeling, you might spend 45-60 minutes on a single task, researching citations or verifying complex calculations. Quality is prioritized over speed.

How soon will I start?

Important: Mercor is a talent marketplace, not a task queue. Applying puts you in a pool of candidates. You will only start working when a specific client (like a major AI lab) selects your profile. This matching process can take weeks.