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YO AI Labs

AI Consulting Expert - Remote

Palo Alto, CA · Remote

$100 - $200/hr

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YO AI Labs

AI Consulting Expert - Remote

San Jose, CA · Remote

$100 - $200/hr

Job Title: AI Consulting Domain Remote Job Type: Contractor (Part-Time) Location: Remote Job ... Fact Checking * Independent Research * Problem-Solving * Attention to Detail Preferred ...

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What is the difference between Remote Ai Researcher vs Data Scientist?

AspectRemote Ai ResearcherData Scientist
Required CredentialsMaster's or PhD in AI, Machine Learning, Computer ScienceBachelor's or Master's in Data Science, Statistics, or related fields
Work EnvironmentResearch-focused, often in R&D teams, remote options commonData analysis, modeling, often in tech or finance industries, remote work prevalent
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, AI startups, research institutionsTech firms, finance, healthcare, e-commerce
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding role differences, job requirements, career pathsJob responsibilities, skills needed, industry applications

Remote Ai Researchers focus on developing and advancing AI algorithms and models, often in research settings. Data Scientists analyze data to extract insights and build predictive models. While both roles require strong technical skills, AI Researchers are more research-oriented, whereas Data Scientists focus on data analysis and application.

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Mathematics PhD - AI Researcher

Mercor

San Francisco, CA • Remote

$70 - $90/hr

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

About the job

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.

Position: Mathematics PhD Researchers
Type: Contract
Compensation: $70–$90/hour
Location: Remote
Commitment: 4–6 tasks/week

Role Responsibilities

  • Develop challenging problems in Mathematics to enhance AI model training and innovation.
  • Evaluate the accuracy and depth of AI-generated content to strengthen reasoning and rigor in model outputs.
  • Collaborate with AI research teams to ensure high-quality data informs future AI innovations.
  • Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while improving AI model performance.
  • Provide structured feedback to improve training data quality and downstream performance.

Qualifications

Must-Have

  • PhD in Mathematics from a top US/UK/Canada/Western European university.
  • Undergraduate degree from US/UK/Canada/Western Europe.
  • High attention to detail.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent proficiency in English.

Start Date

  • February; applications reviewed on a rolling basis.

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

  • Upload resume
  • AI interview based on your resume
  • Submit form

Resources & Support

  • For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome
  • For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com

PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.