Junior Research Analyst

Mercor; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent AI services firm is looking for an Independent Contractor to review and validate AI-generated outputs for accuracy and clarity. Candidates should possess strong attention to detail, verification skills, and clear communication abilities. This role offers flexible hours, with an engagement lasting approximately 4 days, working 20–40 hours per week. Compensation is $35/hour. This opportunity is available to individuals located in the U.S., UK, or Canada.

Benefits

Weekly payments via Stripe Connect

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to spot inconsistencies.
• Skilled in verifying information across multiple domains and sources.
• Clear and objective written communication skills.
• Analytical, meticulous, and reliable in following structured guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Review and validate prompt responses for accuracy, completeness, and clarity.
• Identify ambiguities, subjective phrasing, or formatting inconsistencies.
• Provide structured feedback to improve data quality and consistency.
• Collaborate with AI research teams to ensure reliable and accurate model outputs.
• Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines and improve AI model performance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verification skills

Clear written communication

Analytical skills

Job description

Base pay range

$35.00/hr - $35.00/hr

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About The Job

Independent Contractor

$35/hour

Approximate 4 day engagement

20–40 hours/week

Role Responsibilities

• Review and validate prompt responses for accuracy, completeness, and clarity.
• Identify ambiguities, subjective phrasing, or formatting inconsistencies.
• Provide structured feedback to improve data quality and consistency.
• Collaborate with AI research teams to ensure reliable and accurate model outputs.
• Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines and improve AI model performance.

Mercor

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: Independent Contractor

Type: Independent Contractor

Compensation: $35/hour

Location: U.S., UK, or Canada

Duration: Approximate 4 day engagement

Commitment: 20–40 hours/week

Role Responsibilities

• Review and validate prompt responses for accuracy, completeness, and clarity.
• Identify ambiguities, subjective phrasing, or formatting inconsistencies.
• Provide structured feedback to improve data quality and consistency.
• Collaborate with AI research teams to ensure reliable and accurate model outputs.
• Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines and improve AI model performance.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to spot inconsistencies.
• Skilled in verifying information across multiple domains and sources.
• Clear and objective written communication skills.
• Analytical, meticulous, and reliable in following structured guidelines.

Compensation & Legal

• Independent contractor arrangement through Mercor.
• Paid weekly via Stripe Connect.

Application Process

• Submit a short form and complete a brief interview.
• Complete a short screening test upon invitation.

Resources & Support

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

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