Remote Math Specialist Up to $85/hr

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

Résumé du poste

A leading AI research company is seeking a Math Competition Problem Writer to create advanced mathematics problems and evaluate AI solutions. This independent contractor role is fully remote, requiring expertise in LaTeX and mathematics fields such as algebra, combinatorics, and number theory. Candidates should have a high degree of attention to detail and the ability to work independently. Flexible working hours of 20–40 hours per week, with competitive compensation of $50-$85/hour.

Qualifications

• Highly proficient in writing and formatting documents using LaTeX.
• Expertise across algebra, combinatorics, and number theory.
• Ability to clearly articulate complex reasoning in written form.
• Rigorous attention to detail in verifying solutions.

Responsabilités

• Write original and advanced IMO‑style mathematics problems.
• Evaluate AI-generated solutions for correctness and clarity.
• Identify logical flaws or insufficiently rigorous proofs.
• Provide clear solutions with chain of thought reasoning.
• Work independently to meet deadlines.

Connaissances

Proficient in LaTeX

Expertise in algebra

Expertise in combinatorics

Expertise in number theory

Attention to detail

Ability to articulate complex reasoning

Description du poste

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

Math Competition Problem Writer

Type

Independent Contractor

Compensation

$50–$85/hour. Weekly payments via Stripe Connect.

Location

Remote

Duration

~2 months

Commitment

20–40 hours per week

Role Responsibilities

• Write original and advanced IMO‑style mathematics problems to challenge frontier AI models.
• Evaluate AI-generated solutions for correctness, clarity, and style.
• Identify logical flaws, incomplete reasoning, or insufficiently rigorous proofs.
• Provide clear, concise, and correct solutions with chain of thought reasoning.
• Maintain extremely high standards of mathematical precision and problem difficulty.
• Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines and improve AI model performance.

Qualifications

• Highly proficient in writing and formatting documents using LaTeX.
• Expertise across algebra, combinatorics, and number theory.
• Ability to clearly articulate complex reasoning in written form.
• Rigorous attention to detail in verifying solutions.
• Independent, reliable, and disciplined work style.

Preferred

• Experience as a problem writer, coach, selection committee member, or medalist (gold, silver, bronze).
• Participation in IMO, IMO TST, RMM, USAMO, APMO, IMC, or EGMO.

Start Date

Rolling start dates; setup typically within 1–2 days of approval.

Legal & Contractor Details

• Independent contractor arrangement through Mercor.
• Open to contributors worldwide (English proficiency required).

Application Process

• Complete a brief interview (20–30 minutes).
• Submit a short form detailing your experience writing problems and competing in math competitions.

Resources & Support

• For details about the interview process and platform information: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome
• For help or support: [e-mail]

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