Political Analyst – AI Integration Specialist

Mercor; Lacaussade; À distance; EUR 60 000 - 80 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

A leading AI talent platform is seeking a Political Analyst with an advanced degree to collaborate with researchers on AI models focused on political analysis. You will assess model outputs and provide expert feedback. The role requires a commitment of 20–30 hours per week and familiarity with quantitative and qualitative analysis methods. This is a contract position offering competitive compensation of $42–$60/hour.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree or strong professional background in related fields required.
• Familiarity with quantitative and qualitative analysis methods.
• Experience in policy analysis or international relations is a strong plus.

Responsabilités

• Collaborate with AI researchers on political analysis models.
• Assess model outputs for accuracy and neutrality.
• Provide expert feedback on political processes interpretation.
• Design scenario-based evaluations for AI models.

Connaissances

Political theory

Comparative politics

Governance systems

Global policy frameworks

Analytical writing

Formation

Advanced degree in Political Science, International Relations, Public Policy, or Area Studies

Description du poste

Political Analyst – AI Integration Specialist

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: Political Analyst

Type: Contract

Compensation: $42–$60/hour

Commitment: 20–30 hours/week

Role Responsibilities

• Collaborate with AI researchers to train, evaluate, and refine AI models focused on political analysis, international relations, and policy interpretation.
• Assess model outputs for accuracy, neutrality, and contextual understanding of political systems, ideologies, and global events.
• Provide expert feedback on how AI models interpret political processes, governmental structures, and cross-border dynamics.
• Design and review scenario-based evaluations to test the model’s understanding of diplomacy, elections, conflict, and policy outcomes.
• Participate in synchronous collaboration sessions (4-hour windows, 2–3 times per week) to discuss evaluations, share domain insights, and help improve AI interpretive depth.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree or strong professional background in Political Science, International Relations, Public Policy, or Area Studies.
• Deep understanding of political theory, comparative politics, governance systems, and global policy frameworks.
• Familiarity with quantitative and qualitative analysis methods used in political research.
• Experience in policy analysis, risk assessment, or international relations is a strong plus.
• Excellent analytical writing and reasoning skills, with the ability to critique arguments and narratives.
• Commitment of 20–30 hours per week, including required synchronous collaboration sessions.

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/welcome
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