Multilingual Science and Nature Expert
Mercor • Remote • Posted 53 days ago
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$60/task
Posted
53d ago
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About this Role
- Role Overview
Mercor is collaborating with a leading AI lab on a large-scale AI training initiative focused on improving scientific reasoning, empirical analysis, and evidence-based explanation in advanced language models. We’re seeking experienced Science and Nature experts to contribute by creating and evaluating science-related prompts and responses.
This is a multilingual opportunity. We are specifically seeking experts who are fluent and professionally active in one or more of the following languages:
Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, Russian, German, Arabic, Thai, Tamil, or Hindi.
Importantly, we are not looking for translation ability alone. Candidates must have real-world professional experience working in scientific or applied natural science fields within their linguistic and cultural context — including familiarity with local research standards, scientific terminology, regulatory frameworks (where applicable), and professional norms.
- Key Responsibilities
Author realistic science prompts spanning biology, chemistry, physics, environmental science, earth science, ecology, and related disciplines
Review and revise AI-generated responses for factual accuracy, methodological soundness, clarity, and adherence to scientific standards
Write high-quality human-authored “gold” responses for complex, data-driven, or multi-step scientific questions
Create controlled prompt variations that test subtle differences in experimental setup, assumptions, environmental conditions, or theoretical framing
Evaluate outputs across different tones (technical, explanatory, educational) and instruction constraints
Identify model failure cases involving flawed reasoning, misuse of scientific principles, incorrect data interpretation, or unsupported claims
- Ideal Qualifications
Degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Science, Earth Science, or a related field)
2+ years of professional work experience in scientific re
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 Writing
Eligible Languages
Fluent proficiency in one or more of: Arabic, Chinese, German, Hindi, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Tamil, or Thai
Compensation Analysis
Monetize your niche expertise without the billable hours. At $60/hr, this role offers elite compensation for pure intellectual work—no client management or administrative bloat.
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