Political Science Research Specialist

Mercor; Lacaussade; À distance; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

A dynamic consulting firm is seeking a Geopolitical Expert to engage in remote forecasting of geopolitical events. The role involves producing structured analyses, assessing political developments, and collaborating with experts. Ideal candidates will have a background in political science or related fields, alongside strong writing and analytical skills. Compensation is competitive at $105–$125 per hour for 10–20 hours a week. Interested individuals should submit their resume and complete the application processes to be considered.

Qualifications

• Background in political science, international relations, or security studies.
• Demonstrated forecasting experience or tournament participation.
• Excellent written communication and research skills.

Responsabilités

• Produce structured forecasts on geopolitical events.
• Collaborate with other expert forecasters.
• Assess developments using open-source intelligence.

Connaissances

Document reasoning clearly

Assess political developments

Excellent written communication

Ability to synthesize complex information

Formation

Background in political science or related fields

Description du poste

Geopolitical Expert (Contract)

Company: Mercor
Location: Remote
Commitment: 10–20 hours/week
Compensation: $105–$125 per hour
Type: Independent Contractor

About the Company

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.

Role Responsibilities

• Produce structured forecasts on geopolitical events, risks, and regional dynamics.
• Document reasoning clearly, citing relevant sources and frameworks.
• Assess political, military, and diplomatic developments using open‑source intelligence.
• Collaborate with other expert forecasters to compare and refine outputs.
• Support the design and evaluation of forecasting tasks.

Qualifications

• Background in political science, international relations, security studies, or related fields.
• Demonstrated forecasting experience or tournament participation (e.g., GJ Open, Metaculus).
• Ability to synthesize complex geopolitical information into structured insights.
• Excellent written communication and research skills.
• Familiarity with current global events and international affairs.

Compensation & Legal

• Independent contractor agreement.

Application Process

• Submit your Mercor profile or resume to get started.
• Complete a brief form.
• We’ll follow up within a few days with next steps.

Resources & Support

• Interview process and platform information: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome
• Support: [e-mail]

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