Freelance Statistician with Python Experience - AI Trainer

Mindrift; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 36,056,062 - 51,352,574; Part time

Job summary

A project-based AI solutions company is looking for statisticians to engage in diverse projects involving AI evaluation, validation using Python, and design of statistics problems. The role requires strong English written skills and a degree in statistics or related fields. Candidates should have extensive professional mathematics experience and be comfortable with non-permanent engagements that require 10-20 hours of work weekly during active phases.

Qualifications

• Degree in Statistics or related fields, such as Probability Theory.
• 3+ years of professional mathematics experience required.
• Strong writing skills in English necessary.

Responsibilities

• Design rigorous statistics problems reflecting professional practice.
• Evaluate AI solutions for correctness, assumptions, and constraints.
• Validate calculations or simulations using Python.

Skills

Strong Python proficiency for numerical validation

Strong written English (C1/C2)

3+ years of professional mathematics experience

Education

Degree in Statistics or related fields

Job description

Please submit your CV in English and indicate your level of English proficiency.

Mindrift connects specialists with project-based AI opportunities for leading tech companies, focused on testing, evaluating, and improving AI systems. Participation is project-based, not permanent employment.

What This Opportunity Involves

While each project involves unique tasks, contributors may:

• Design rigorous statistics problems reflecting professional practice;
• Evaluate AI solutions for correctness, assumptions, and constraints;
• Validate calculations or simulations using Python (NumPy, Pandas, SciPy, Statsmodels, and Scikit-learn);
• Improve AI reasoning to align with industry-standard logic;
• Apply structured scoring criteria to multi-step problems

What We Look For

This opportunity is a good fit for statisticians with an experience in python open to part-time, non-permanent projects. Ideally, contributors will have:

• Degree in Statistics or related fields, e.g. Probability Theory, Mathematical Statistics, Applied Statistics, etc.
• 3+ years of professional mathematics experience
• Strong written English (C1/C2)
• Strong Python proficiency for numerical validation
• Stable internet connection

Professional certifications (e.g., PStat, CAP, SAS Certifications) and experience in international or applied projects are an advantage.

How It Works

Apply → Pass qualification(s) → Join a project → Complete tasks → Get paid

Project time expectations

For this project, tasks are estimated to require around 10-20 hours per week during active phases, based on project requirements. This is an estimate, not a guaranteed workload, and applies only while the project is active.

Payment

• Paid contributions, with rates up to $43/hour*
• Fixed project rate or individual rates, depending on the project
• Some projects include incentive payments
• Note: Rates vary based on expertise, skills assessment, location, project needs, and other factors. Higher rates may be offered to highly specialized experts. Lower rates may apply during onboarding or non-core project phases. Payment details are shared per project